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What's the Big Idea?

What's the Big Idea? Trauma Room Design

President Todd Diacon is on the move – literally – as part of his new video series called â€œWhat’s the Big Idea?â€

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Performing in the debut of “What We Learned While Alone: Global Voices Speak to the Pandemic,’’ are: Bryce Evan Lewis, Eric Schmiedl, Tiffany Trapnell and Dan Telford, stage manager.

‘Dear Vaccine’ Enjoys Stage Debut at National Academy of Sciences

The debut performance of took place in the auditorium of the National Academy of Science in Washington, D.C., on Monday night. 

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°µÍø½ûÇø graduate student Thywill Ettey, a third-year doctoral student in the School of Biomedical Sciences, conducts laboratory research.

All-Star Lineup of Neuroscience Alumni to Speak at Symposium


°µÍø½ûÇøâ€™s Brain Health Research Institute (BHRI) will be welcoming a bevy of accomplished alumni back to the Kent Campus when it hosts the 10th Annual Neuroscience Symposium on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 27 and 28. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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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