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Actors Don Cheadle and Adam Driver in 'White Noise'

Going Hollywood! First Photos Released From Netflix Movie Filmed on Campus

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. 

Tags: Arts & Culture, Nationally Distinctive, Kent Student Center

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

IN A FLASH: Down by the Riverside

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

Tags: Community & Society, Health, Community Impact, Nationally Distinctive

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

‘°µÍø½ûÇø Values the Arts’ Says New School of Theatre and Dance Director

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.

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Steve Sefner, local author and former °µÍø½ûÇø sports announcer, at the °µÍø½ûÇø bookstore

Former Basketball Announcer Recalls ‘The Golden Dream’

Steve Sefner, local author and former °µÍø½ûÇø sports announcer, appeared at the °µÍø½ûÇø Bookstore on Oct. 1 to promote his 2022 book recounting the tale of the 2001-2002 °µÍø½ûÇø men’s basketball season.

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Brenna Parker From °µÍø½ûÇø to the White House And Back

From °µÍø½ûÇø 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 °µÍø½ûÇø and beyond.

Tags: Student Life, Community & Society, jargon, Nationally Distinctive, Students First

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Bobby Selvaggio

Music Professor Jazzes Up Life Lessons for Students

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.

Tags: Arts & Culture, Nationally Distinctive, Profiles

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Professor Scott Hallgren Conducting Orchestra for Score of Local Film

Professor Scores Big With Short Film, Book

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.

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Sara Bayramzadeh's Health Care Design Concept

Safer, More Efficient Trauma Room Design Wins Touchstone Award

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.

Tags: Health, Research & Science, Nationally Distinctive

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A Cat and a Dog Lay Lazily

Researcher Predicts Consumer Behavior Through Pet Ownership

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 °µÍø½ûÇø, found that pet ownership can influence and predict consumer behavior. 

Tags: Research & Science, Nationally Distinctive

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°µÍø½ûÇø Honored as a Military Spouse Friendly School

°µÍø½ûÇø Honored as a Military Spouse Friendly School

°µÍø½ûÇøâ€™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, °µÍø½ûÇø 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. 

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