Community & Society
P.E.E.R. Success Academy Builds a Foundation for Leadership Beyond the Classroom
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì's P.E.E.R. Success Academy serves as the foundation for peer educator and peer leader positions on campus.
Experts Weigh In: Is Eating Late at Night Bad?
After a long day in class, a night out or burning the midnight oil studying or working on projects, students may find themselves grabbing whatever food is available. A recently article says eating within three hours of bedtime may cause heartburn, acid reflux symptoms, obesity and other health risks. But is it really bad to eat late at night?
IN A FLASH: Canine Kisses for a Cause
A Valentine’s Day Puppy Kissing Booth in the Kent Student Center helped ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì students raise funds for an organization that provides service dogs to children and veterans with disabilities.
Heads Up, History Buffs: Most of ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì’s Sanborn Maps Are Now in the Public Domain
A treasure trove of historical Ohio maps that ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University digitized about five years ago has recently become part of the public domain, making them free for anyone to use.
New Location, Same Mission and Exceptional Bargains
The KSU Surplus Store opened on East Main Street in September of 2023. It recently moved to a new location – on campus in the vacant College of Business Administration Building. The new location offers single-floor shopping and easier access for students and faculty.
100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Community
Reflecting on the words of prominent figures in history can present opportunities to discover new perspectives and have important discussions surrounding social issues. This is exactly what happened at the 100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Beloved Community event organized by the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Events Committee.
IN A FLASH: Caring Hands
The White Coat Ceremony marks the beginning of a nursing students clinical rotation and reinforces their commitment to compassionate care.
What Housing Will Your Dollar Get You in Kent?
Every year, thousands of ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì 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, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Today has done some legwork for you.
Alumna Emilia Sykes Sets Goals for Second Term in Congress
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University alumna Emilia Sykes says her goals have not changed as she begins her second term in Congress. Sykes, who hails from Akron, Ohio, spoke with the Akron Beacon Journal about her plans for the second term and what she’ll be focusing on.
Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì
On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì 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.