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Actors Don Cheadle and Adam Driver in 'White Noise'

Netflix has released a movie trailer and still photos, including a picture showing a scene in the Kent Student Center, from the upcoming feature film "White Noise," a movie that was filmed last year across Northeast Ohio, including scenes shot on the Kent Campus. 

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A scenic section of the Portage County Hike and Bike Trail.

The Portage County Hike and Bike Trail is a great place to exercise - or relax - that's not far from campus. 

Tony Hardin, the new director of the School of Theatre and Dance,

Tony Hardin grew up loving the arts, pursuing a career in scenic, lighting and projection design. Learn more about Hardin, the new director for the School of Theatre and Dance, as he answers these five questions.

Steve Sefner, local author and former Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ sports announcer, at the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ bookstore

Steve Sefner, local author and former Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ sports announcer, appeared at the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Bookstore on Oct. 1 to promote his 2022 book recounting the tale of the 2001-2002 Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ men’s basketball season.

Brenna Parker From Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ to the White House And Back

The School of Media and Journalism hosted Brenna Parker, digital director for Vice President Kamala Harris, for refreshments and a discussion with Parker about her journey at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ and beyond.

Bobby Selvaggio

Bobby Selvaggio, associate professor in the School of Music and director of the jazz studies program, has a storied musical resume. But what he is most proud of are the lessons he can pass on to his students.

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Professor Scott Hallgren Conducting Orchestra for Score of Local Film

Scott Hallgren, associate professor in the School of Media and Journalism, teaches several classes in digital media production with a focus on sound in picture. He recently showcased his skills outside the classroom by composing the score for a local short film while also releasing his first book.

Sara Bayramzadeh's Health Care Design Concept

A substantial amount of time and effort goes into the design of health care environments. In an emergency department, you need optimal conditions to save lives. The Center for Health and Design has awarded Sara Bayramzadeh, assistant professor and Elliot Professor in Health Care Design, the Touchstone Award – Gold Category for conceptual design.

A Cat and a Dog Lay Lazily

Owning a pet can tell marketers all they need to know about your buying tendencies. In a new study, Lei Jia, assistant professor of marketing and entrepreneurship at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹, found that pet ownership can influence and predict consumer behavior. 

Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Honored as a Military Spouse Friendly School

Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s support for its military-connected community continues to embody leadership and inclusivity as the Kent Campus has been named an official 2022-2023 Military Spouse Friendly® School by Viqtory. Out of 1,800 participating schools, Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ was one of 665 to receive the Military Friendly School designation in March, and the university is now one of 346 institutions to earn the Military Spouse Friendly School recognition.