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Community Impact

Deven Smith and mentee Jamir Kennedy on WKYC

Mentors can make a tremendous impact in the lives of their mentees. Just ask Jamir Kennedy.

Brains on Tap will feature a discussion on the benefits of cycling exercise on Parkinson's disease.

Grab a cold one, pull up a chair and learn about brain health research in a relaxed format – that’s the idea behind Brains on Tap, a series of discussions hosted by Kent State’s Brain Health Research Institute and other partners.

City of Kent new flag options

In June 2022, the city of Kent formed a flag committee to choose the new design for the city’s official flag. Of the 68 unique designs submitted by community members, the final choices have been narrowed down to three, and the city wants your input.

Emilia Sykes and Betty Sutton

In 2006, Betty Sutton became the first Kent State alumna to serve in the U.S. Congress, when she was elected to represent Ohio’s 13th District in the House of Representatives. Sixteen years later, Kent State alumna Emilia Sykes, a native of Akron, Ohio, was elected to represent the same district, making her the first Black Kent State alum to serve in the House of Representatives.  

Outlines of people working on technology

In today’s world, technology is essential, and the demand for technological advancements is ever-growing. Kent State is no exception. 

The Skoolies Band Picture

The Skoolies, inspired by the bands of the 80s and onward, kicked off their career at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through socially distanced jam sessions, this band of university professors produced their debut album, Darker Rhymes. 

Kent State Today
Students testing the levels of the water table at ºÚÁÏÍø at Stark

Kent State at Stark offers unique learning experiences for students.

Kent State Today
Dean Spake read to children on Dr. Seuss Day

The ºÚÁÏÍø Bookstore celebrated "Dr. Seuss Day" on Thursday. 

Greetings from Kent sign outside Campus Market

Businesses open, businesses close, new businesses take their place. In the past three years (and counting) more than 20 new businesses have opened their doors in Kent, Ohio. But who is coming and why?

Mary Beth Spitznagel discusses the burden of sick pet caregiving

Professor of psychological sciences Mary Beth Spitznagel has experienced the burden of caregiving for her beloved dog, Allo, who developed bladder cancer. This influenced her research into how a pet with chronic illness can affect caregivers.