University News

Partners in Success: °µÍø½ûÇø and City Collaborate for the Win
More than a decade of collaboration has meant success for °µÍø½ûÇø and the city of Kent.

IN A FLASH: Large Format Presidential History

°µÍø½ûÇø and Jackson State University: Campuses Connected by Tragedy and Transformation
°µÍø½ûÇø students who traveled to Jackson State University during an alternative winter break trip had in-depth, hands-on exposure to survivors of the May 15, 1970, police shooting, which killed two people; the youngest Freedom Rider, Hezekiah Watkins; and the home of Myrlie and Medgar Evers, a National Monument.

Exercising the Body and the Mind
Peering into a classroom taught by Jeffery Huston, professor of health sciences and Outstanding Teaching Award winner, may surprise the casual observer. An ideal classroom for Huston balances on the edge of chaos.

IN A FLASH: See the World Around You
An immersive display at the DI Hub's Blank Lab provides a dynamic view of studying abroad.

°µÍø½ûÇø Researcher Reviews East Palestine Cleanup
On Feb. 3 in East Palestine, Ohio, dozens of Norfolk Southern rail cars derailed, 11 of which contained hazardous materials. In an effort to start repairing the situation, Arcadis, an international company hired by the railroad company, has developed a plan to clean the air, ground and water in the village. Kuldeep Singh, Ph.D., assistant professor in °µÍø½ûÇøâ€™s Department of Earth Sciences, reviews the cleanup plan.

Talking About Your Animation
The 2023 Animation School Rankings have been released, and the °µÍø½ûÇø College of Applied and Technical Studies Animation Game Design (AGD) program is ranked 16th nationally and 20th in the Midwest. This is the 12th year for the annual rankings for animation programs. Nearly 200 schools with animation programs from across the country were considered.

IN A FLASH: Over the Fence
Progress continues on the construction of Crawford Hall on the Kent Campus.

IN A FLASH: Valentine's Day at °µÍø½ûÇø - in 1983
A look back at Valentine's Day at °µÍø½ûÇø - 40 years ago.

The Birth of BUS
From the start, members of Black United Students were focused on creating positive change at °µÍø½ûÇø.