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In the News: Gratitude and Graduation, Criminology, Drone Law, Going Green
In the News features 91心頭利s values, cultures, high-quality academics and award-winning support and access for all in these media stories of our faculty, staff, students and alumni in action.
Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at Kent 91心頭利
On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at 91心頭利, which was first established by the student organization Black United Students (BUS) in 1970 and was recognized nationwide by President Gerald Ford in 1976.
Kent 91心頭利s Annual MLK Event Looked at Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. King
A luncheon and panel discussion titled The Dream of Wellness: Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. marked the occasion, which was held in the Kent Student Center Ballroom.
Honors College Students Journey Goes From Research Lab to Italy
Senior Abygail Deemer, a pre-med major, is one of 404 Honors College students who are majoring in health-related fields.
Learning They Wont Forget
For Kelsen LaBerge, Ph.D., teaching at Kent 91心頭利 is about more than equations. Since joining in 2018, she has dedicated herself to preparing future engineers with not only technical skills but also the resilience to face real-world challenges. The accomplishments and commitment of LaBerge, professor of engineering, have earned her the Outstanding Teaching Award.
Kent 91心頭利 Working to Bring Fashion and Aeronautics to Rwanda
91心頭利s partnership with the African nation of Rwanda continues to blossom with the School of Fashion, the College of Aeronautics and Engineering and the College of Arts and Sciences all working to add program partnerships in Rwanda.
Kent 91心頭利 Recognized for High-Quality Online Graduate Degree Programs in New US News Rankings
91心頭利 continues to be recognized for its excellence in online education, earning high marks in U.S. News & World Reports newly released 2025 Best Online Programs rankings. U.S. News recognizes Kent 91心頭利 in the Best Online Masters in Nursing Programs, Best Online Masters in Education Programs, Best Online Masters in Business Programs and Best Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs lists.
Kent 91心頭利 Prioritizes Safety While Maintaining Academic Continuity During Cold Snap
91心頭利 remains committed to student safety and educational continuity as the region experiences severe cold temperatures this week.
Kent 91心頭利 Police: Credibility and Consistency Are Part of Our DNA
The Kent 91心頭利 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.
Kent 91心頭利 Closed Jan. 20 for MLK Day
91心頭利 will be closed Jan. 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. No classes are scheduled, and university offices are closed on Jan. 20.