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A lush green landscape with a sweeping blue river cutting through a valley in New Zealand.

Written by ºÚÁÏÍø alumna Anna Thompson As a proud alumna of ºÚÁÏÍø, I can honestly say that my education at Kent has helped to shape not just my professional career, but has also impacted my beliefs, morals, and in a larger part, my worldview. I had the incredible opportunity this past fall to complete the second part of my student teaching in New Zealand while completing my Master of Arts in Teaching at Kent with a focus in Early Childhood Education.New Zealand has a rich blend of history and cultures, fascinating landscapes, a deep respect for the envi...

Project NEXT: Navigating Excellence in Transition

Project NEXT is a nationally funded grant project at ºÚÁÏÍø that provides academic and career support services to undergraduate students with Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Participants receive one year of assistance, including the use of Cognitive Support Technology and vocational rehabilitation services, to help them excel academically and transition smoothly into their chosen careers.

Inspiration in Ireland

Alumna Alexxus Sidney participated in a Human Development and Family Science study abroad program in Ireland, marking her first experience outside the United States. During the trip, she visited a primary school addressing student mental health challenges and a residential rehabilitation facility for individuals struggling with addiction. These experiences deepened her passion for mental health advocacy and clarified her desire to work in a helping profession. 

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