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It was just a year ago on April 8, 2024, that the �鶹��ѡ community came together to witness a spectacular celestial event – the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse.

Summer camps for kids interested in architecture don’t come along often – at least that’s what Elise Bolton’s mother discovered when she searched for one. But then, not a whole lot of 11-year-olds may dream of becoming architects. But that was the case for Bolton, a sophomore in �鶹��ѡ’s College of Architecture and Environmental Design, who knew from when she was a young child that she wanted to be an architect.

For �鶹��ѡ Honors Leadership Academy, spring break took a more impactful approach by traveling to Buffalo, New York, to work with the local community, specifically children.  

Researchers from �鶹��ѡ and other institutions have published a study in the Royal Society of Chemistry's journal, “Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts,” detailing the environmental consequences of the chemical spill and burn following a Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, over two years ago.

Have you ever considered other ways you can benefit from exercise beyond working out? �鶹��ѡ’s exercise science program gives students the chance to explore the field of exercise through various concentrations, opportunities and events.

As their month-long observance of Ramadan draws to a close, students in the �鶹��ѡMuslim Students Association welcomed all to a celebration of Islamic culture. 

�鶹��ѡ’s Brain Health Research Institute recently welcomed 70 fourth-grade students from the LeBron James Family Foundation I Promise network in Akron, Ohio, for a day of activities to spark their interest in science and technology.

Fashion shows are alluring, no doubt. But what is the actual influence of a runway show on a person's everyday life? �鶹��ѡprofessors and students in the School of Fashion break it down.

Professor Emeritus of Sociology Jerry Lewis, Ph.D., who devoted his career to ensuring the legacy of May 4, 1970, would remain vibrant, is being honored with an exhibit at the May 4 Visitors Center.

As winter ends, is important to take a moment and make sure that your car is ready for the new season. From routine maintenance to staying alert and safe, here are some car safety tips to keep you prepared throughout the spring semester.  

Driven by �鶹��ѡstudents, a collaborative research initiative guided by Aimee Ward, Ph.D., addresses growing concerns about mid-block crossings on East Main Street and demonstrates the urgent need for safety improvements.

High winds ahead of winter storms ripped away the windsock that was perched on top of the hangar at the �鶹��ѡ Airport.

As the temperatures continue to hover around freezing, and the sun makes rare appearances, have you noticed yourself feeling unmotivated or having feelings of sadness? Have your friends and family mentioned that you do not seem like yourself? Fortunately, there are resources available at �鶹��ѡ to help you through this difficult time.  

A photo team from Kent State's Division of University Communications and Marketing captured spectacular images of a �鶹��ѡalumna and Cleveland's Rocket Arena - home of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The TikTok ban. Platforms removing fact-checkers. Political motivations. So much is changing so fast in the social media landscape. But is it business as usual for students using social media? Has anything changed? 

After a long day in class, a night out or burning the midnight oil studying or working on projects, students may find themselves grabbing whatever food is available. A recently article says eating within three hours of bedtime may cause heartburn, acid reflux symptoms, obesity and other health risks. But is it really bad to eat late at night?  

A Valentine’s Day Puppy Kissing Booth in the Kent Student Center helped �鶹��ѡstudents raise funds for an organization that provides service dogs to children and veterans with disabilities.

A treasure trove of historical Ohio maps that �鶹��ѡ digitized about five years ago has recently become part of the public domain, making them free for anyone to use.

The KSU Surplus Store opened on East Main Street in September of 2023. It recently moved to a new location – on campus in the vacant College of Business Administration Building. The new location offers single-floor shopping and easier access for students and faculty.