University News
Changing Families and Futures: Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« Receives Five-Year Grant Renewal for TRIO Student Support Services Program
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University a $2.6 million, five-year TRIO Student Support Services program grant. The program serves students from first-generation and low-income backgrounds and students with diverse learning and physical abilities.
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They’re Back! Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« Students Move Into Residence Halls
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University students began moving into residence halls on the Kent Campus on Aug. 19, as part of a phased-in process that will continue over five days.
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Final Flashes Safe Seven Video: Watch Flash Remind President Diacon to Always Wear a Face Covering
It’s move-in week at Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ«. To count down to the return of students, faculty and staff for the start of the fall semester, the university reviews its final Flashes Safe Seven principle. This week, we focus on Always Wear Your Face Covering.
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New Normal: Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« Faculty Discuss Fall Classes, Remote Learning and Staying Safe
A panel of distinguished Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« Faculty discussed what to expect with the safety conditions in place for face-to-face learning and how students can succeed regardless of how their classes are delivered.
![Aidan Taylor Shares His Views on American's History with Racism](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/article/aidanTaylor1500600_2.jpg?VersionId=00HQI78awKDbzRMzS5OWq98j7xuDs9en&h=e6f36a9c&itok=TpT_UxI3)
Opinion: Things Fall Apart
Aidan Taylor, a senior who is seeking a double major in Digital Media Production and Pan African Studies, encourages the campus community to examine the United States' long history of racism and its impact on the future of our country.
![A Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University graduate from the Spring Class of 2020 celebrates receiving her degree. (Photo credit: Twitter: @melissam303/Melissa McCarley)](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/article/Photo-of-Kent-State-graduate-Photo-credit-Twitter-%40melissam303-Melissa-McCarley_0.jpeg?VersionId=f0fguvANDHp9bJ4qgZCTnH1JSaccwmoG&h=f4761ccc&itok=pXxcGH4K)
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« to Celebrate Its Newest Graduates With Virtual Commencement on Aug. 15
The Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University alumni family will grow by nearly 1,300 new graduates as the university holds its summer commencement. The accomplishments of the Summer Class of 2020 will be recognized with a virtual commencement recognition ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Flashes Safe Seven Video: Watch President Diacon Show Flash How to Keep a Safe Distance
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« is just one week away from move in. To count down to the return of students, faculty and staff for the start of the fall semester, the university will review one Flashes Safe Seven principle each week. This week, we focus on Stay at Least 6 Feet Apart.
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Honorary Degree Conferred Upon Renowned Neuroscientist Alumnus
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University has conferred an honorary Doctor of Science degree on alumnus Earl K. Miller, Ph.D., a world-renowned neuroscientist.
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Flashes Safe Seven Video: Watch How Flash Helps President Diacon Wear His Face Covering Correctly
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« is just two weeks away from move in. To count down to the return of students, faculty and staff for the start of the fall semester, the university will review one Flashes Safe Seven principle each week. This week, we focus on Flashes Take Care of Flashes.