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When setting off on a journey, it may be necessary to reverse direction and find another way to reach the destination. That could easily describe the route Nicole Grimm is taking to find her place in the working world. Grimm graduated from ������ in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in fashion design. She is now set to graduate in May with an associate degree in occupational therapy assistance from the Kent State East Liverpool Campus.While it seems that the logical progression through college is to earn an associate degree before earning a bachelor’s degree, Grimm found ...

The journey to becoming a nurse can be overwhelming, especially for first-year students. The transition into a rigorous nursing program often leads to feelings of isolation, with students struggling to form connections and unsure of where to turn for help. Aimee Flores, graduate assistant for first-year student support in ������’s College of Nursing, is dedicated to supporting these students, fostering a sense of community, and ensuring they thrive both academically and emotionally. Flores is currently pursuing her master’s degree in counseling which helps her understand the emo...

On Nov. 21, 2024, ������’s nursing program hosted a policy panel focused on access to behavioral health resources. The event brought together a multidisciplinary group of students from the nursing, sociology, psychology and sonography programs to engage in a thought-provoking conversation about this critical topic. Guest keynote speakers included Joan Englund, executive director of the Mental Health & Addiction Advocacy Coalition, and Jackie Russel, RN, JD, LLM, president-elect of the Nurse Attorneys Association. Together, they shed light on the challenges and policy ne...

    In February, Kent State’s Office of Intercultural Life and International Student Council presented their biggest event of the year: Global Safari Fest.   The event featured cultural performances, a cultural fair with tables hosted by students who shared information about their home countries or countries they have studied in and a world buffet featuring a variety of delicious international cuisine.    Want to see one of YOUR photos in “IN A FLASH?” Submit your Kent State-related photos to InAFlash@kent.edu and you may see them in ...

 Jeremy Jarzembak, Ph.D. ‘23, RN, a senior lecturer in ������'s College of Nursing, is passionate about utilizing technology and simulation to teach nursing students. He is currently working on a National Science Foundation grant with a multi-interdisciplinary team to develop an immersive bimanual haptic mixed reality IV simulator. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, over the next decade, the U.S. will graduate 20,000 fewer nurses each year than the estimated need. In their analysis, one of the factors contributing to this shortfall is the inadequate amount of nursin...

At ������ College of Nursing, student success starts with the right support, and the right space. That’s why we’re excited to share the latest updates to Henderson Hall, designed to enhance both academic advising and hands-on learning.This past summer, our academic advising suite underwent a major transformation, creating a centralized, first-floor location that makes it easier for students to connect with their advisors. With expanded office space and an inviting layout, the new suite fosters collaboration among students, advisors and families. This guarantees that every nursin...

Originally posted on Kent State's Alumni page“I want to bring issues to the forefront. Not just issues today, but from the time of enslavement to the present day, and talk about mental and physical health and wellness throughout the years and how we’ve ended up where we are today.”During her junior year at ������, Amanda Flowers, ’01, Ph.D., had an idea of what path she would pursue after earning her bachelor’s degree in psychology. She wanted to attend graduate school, and she wanted to help people. Coincidentally, Kent State’s McNair Scholars program had just begun i...

Inspired by robotics, Sophia Matar always knew she wanted to pursue a career in information technology (IT) and major in computer science. At ������, she picked up valuable skills that helped her in her first job at Sherwin-Williams in Cleveland.   “The classes I took, especially those involving teamwork, prepared me for corporate life,” Matar said. “Each person brings unique knowledge and skills, and by working together, we can create a great product.”After completing an internship and co-op at Sherwin-Williams, Matar graduated in May 2024 with a Bachelor of Scie...