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The Intercultural Communication Society, a student organization within the School of Communication Studies, is hosting a Poetry Slam on Friday, April 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Wick Poetry Center.  Any student, staff or faculty member is welcome to attend and represent his or her culture in the form of poetry, music, dance or food. Individuals interested in sharing their culture at the event should contact Yaling Sun at ysun27@kent.edu before Saturday, April 16. ...

Spend a semester in Florence Italy...   ������Ƶ State’s Department of Biological Sciences is pleased to expand our Florence Italy offerings to include the following courses for the Spring 2017 semester: BSCI 30156 Elements of Genetics BSCI 30157 Elements of Genetics Lab BSCI 40430 Animal Physiology   If you are interested, we encourage you to consider how this semester fits in with your fall registration.  For some students, taking cell biology in the fall on the ������Ƶ campus and then taking these three BSCI courses in Florence is the best strategy. In additi...

������Ƶ recently earned the top spot on College Rank’s list of the 50 Best College Dining Experiences. Judging criteria included versatility of menu options, support for nutrition and wellness, sustainability efforts and accessibility for those with special dietary needs. College Rank is an independent organization that aims to provide unbiased rankings of academic institutions in a multitude of categories. Its mission is to make it easier for students and parents to identify the best college for their individual needs and preferences. In selecting ������Ƶ State for the top po...

������Ƶ at Stark’s 2015-16 theatrical season will close with These Shining Lives by Melanie Marnich. The play will be performed on April 22, 23, 29 and 30 at 8 p.m. and on April 24 and May 1 at 2:30 p.m. in the ������Ƶ State Stark Theatre, 6000 Frank Avenue NW in Jackson Township. American Sign Language interpretation will be provided for the performance on May 1 at 2:30 p.m. Opening night is Scholarship Night with proceeds benefiting students in ������Ƶ State Stark theatre and music programs.  Set in the 1920s, this impactful true account chronicles the strength and courage of...

The Ohio Council of the Institute of Management Accountants will host its 42nd Annual Meonske Accounting Professional Development Conference and Workshop on April 28 and 29 at ������Ƶ. “This conference is recognized as one of the top five accounting conferences in the country,” said Norman Meonske, Ph.D., professor emeritus at ������Ƶ State, national online instructor for the Becker CPA (Certified Public Accountant) Review Course and conference namesake. “We are going to have two days packed with high-quality practical training for members of the accounting and financial communit...

Have you noticed the kiosks of Flashfleet bikes and wondered how to rent one? Flashfleet is the university's short-term bike sharing program. Flashfleet bikes are available at several locations on campus. Students, faculty and staff and even community members can rent bikes with a yearly membership or by paying as they go. During a lunch and learn on April 20, Chris John, assistant director for recreational services, will demonstrate (no riding required) how easy it is to register for, rent, return and safely bike using the Flashfleet system. This is a great lunch and learn to attend s...

Come join the first "walk and talk" of the season on Friday, April 15. Group leaders for this fun and informative walk are Chris John and Jennifer Giles from the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Participants will learn about the "pollinators" as they get some of 10,000 steps for the day. This is a great way to learn about and enjoy the beautiful ������Ƶ Campus, enjoy time with colleagues and get some exercise.   We will meet at the black squirrel located between the ������Ƶ Student Center and University Library at noon with departure at 12:10 p.m. Participants will circle around campu...

AFLAC currently offers a comprehensive list of group and individual life insurance plans for ������Ƶ employees and their families, including Accidental, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Specified Health and more. For a complete list of plans, visit AFLAC’s newly created website, designed specifically for ������Ƶ State employees, at www.aflac.com/kentstate. And be sure to check out the video while you’re there. Got questions? Contact Derrick Fellows, ������Ƶ State’s AFLAC customer service representative, at 216-382-9500 or email derrick_fellows@us.aflac.com. ...