Community & Society
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IN A FLASH: Earth Month Wrap Up
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ celebrated Earth Month with an exceptionally full schedule of events, not the least of which were the activities on campus surrounding the total solar eclipse!
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IN A FLASH: Caring Hands
The White Coat Ceremony marks the beginning of a nursing students clnical rotation and reinforces their commitment to compassionate care.
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What Housing Will Your Dollar Get You in Kent?
Every year, thousands of Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University students navigate the off-campus housing market. As a college town, Kent has no shortage of options. But what should students expect? The search for student housing can be overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. Luckily, Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Today has done some legwork for you.
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Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹
On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University, which was first established by the student organization Black United Students (BUS) in 1970 and was recognized nationwide by President Gerald Ford in 1976.
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It Started Here: Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ to Celebrate 55th Anniversary of Black History Month
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University will mark the 55th anniversary of Black History Month in February and celebrate its founding by the student organization Black United Students.
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IN A FLASH: See YOUR Photo Here!
Anyone can submit a photo for Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Today's "IN A FLASH" photo feature! Submitted photos should be clear, high-resolution images and have a connection to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University.
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Student Makes History Leading Parkinson's Speech Therapy
Grace Puin excels at getting Parkinsons patients to speak and swallow with intent. She’s so good in fact that Parkinson Voice Project, a nonprofit organization that helps people with Parkinson’s all over the world, invited her to host one of its online SPEAK OUT! Home Practice Sessions.
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IN A FLASH: Kent Roosevelt Visits Campus
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry welcomed students from Kent Roosevelt High School for a day of information sessions, demonstrations and tours of the university's state-of-the-art learning spaces.
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Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Police: Credibility and Consistency Are ‘Part of Our DNA’
The Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Police Department received its 10th consecutive reaccreditation in November 2024 after consistently exceeding the standards set by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, a third-party accreditation agency.
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Take a Fresh Look at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Student Organizations on Jan. 17
Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university’s 350+ student organizations.