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VCD Student Artwork Prepares to Take Flight
College of Communication & Information

Student Abby Ullman poses outside

  When Abby Ullman arrived at Kent in 2019, it was as a marketing major with the plan to be an author. Little did she know her path would lead to a double major with Visual Communication Design – and her artwork appearing in an acclaimed, award-winning, best-selling board game.Growing up, my dream was to be an artist and write books. I drew my own pictures and had stories to tell with them. My favorite medium to use is watercolor and colored pencil.Looking for ways to channel her creativity, and interested in learning more digital art techniques, Abby decided to minor in VCD. It was ...

Associate of Science

The Associate of Science degree is a generalist program with a versatile design to support a range of educational and career goals, with options to explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. This degree is ideal for students seeking a broad education that can prepare them for further study in a bachelor’s program or enhance their qualifications for career advancement. With its flexible curriculum, students have the opportunity to sample various disciplines or focus on a specific area to meet their individual educational needs. In addition, students who complete this degree satisfy the full Kent Core requirement.

Program Information for Associate of Science

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Communicate effectively through written, oral, and visual presentations.
  2. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills across disciplines.
  3. Explain diverse cultural worldviews and social distinctions.
  4. Apply scientific methods and models to solve problems across multiple fields of study.

Admissions for Associate of Science

Admissions

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

°µÍø½ûÇø campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning a minimum 71 TOEFL iBT score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score, minimum 47 PTE score or minimum 100 DET score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive English Program. For more information on international admission visit the admissions website for international students.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

Coursework

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements (courses count in major GPA)
Electives Chosen in Students' Area of Interest23
Additional Requirements (courses do not count in major GPA)
UC 10001FLASHES 101 1
6
3
9
6
6-7
6
Minimum Total Credit Hours:60

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
Roadmap

Roadmap

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester OneCredits
UC 10001 FLASHES 101 1
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Elective 3
 Credit Hours16
Semester Two
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Electives 6
 Credit Hours15
Semester Three
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Electives 6
 Credit Hours15
Semester Four
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Electives 8
 Credit Hours14
 Minimum Total Credit Hours:60

Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • ​In person
  • Location:
    • Ashtabula Campus
    • East Liverpool Campus
    • Geauga Campus
    • Salem Campus
    • Stark Campus
    • Trumbull Campus
    • Tuscarawas Campus
    • Twinsburg Academic Center
    • Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil

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EHHS has fielded two of the ten finalists for the 57th Annual °µÍø½ûÇø Alumni Association Distinguished Teaching Award: Amy Darrow and Monica Miller-Marsh. Amy Damrow, Ph.D., is an associate professor of Cultural Foundations in the School of Foundations, Leadership and Administration at the Stark Campus. Monica Miller-Marsh, Ph.D., is executive director of the Child Development Center and associate professor in the Early Childhood Education Program in the School of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum Studies. “The alumni association is pleased to recognize outstandi...

Schedule of Events

Flash Fellows Kickoff

  • Fri., Aug. 22, at 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Flash Fellows Monthly Workshops 

Fall:

  • Fri., Sept. 26, at 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
  • Fri.,, Oct. 24, at 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
  • Fri., Nov. 21, at 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Spring:

  • Fri., Jan. 23, at 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
  • Fri., Feb. 27, at 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
  • Fri., March 27, at 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

End of Semester Celebration and Final Presentations

IFA PARIS AND THE SCHOOL OF FASHION AT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY UNITE ONCE AGAIN TO PRESENT A SPECTACULAR JOINT FASHION SHOW DURING NEW YORK FASHION WEEK
College of the Arts

KSU NY Fashion Illustrations

[New York, NY] - The leading fashion institutions, IFA Paris and the School of Fashion at °µÍø½ûÇø, are thrilled to announce their second creative collaboration during New York Fashion Week (NYFW) with the generous support of the Garment District Alliance and New York Film Academy on Wednesday, September 6th, 2023, at 6pm. Building upon the resounding success of their inaugural joint show in September 2022, this year's event promises to be an exceptional celebration of global cultures and a testament to their shared commitment to elevating alumni engagement and recognition. IFA...

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