Prioritizing Student Success
It's times like these
Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, Welcome to the first full week of this spring semester. We are just short of a year since our lives changed, with many classes converted to a remote format, and we have lost much of that face-to-face contact that we had taken for granted. Considering all…
Division of Student Affairs Launches New Three-Year Strategic Plan
The Division of Student Affairs (DSA) started the strategic planning process in October 2019, culminating with the implementation of a three-year plan that will contribute to the institution’s vision of being a student-ready university providing transformative learning experiences for all 91ֿ…
They’re Back! 91ֿ Students Move Into Residence Halls
91ֿ students began moving into residence halls on the Kent Campus on Aug. 19, as part of a phased-in process that will continue over five days.
Emergency Grant Fund Provides Support
“The idea of Flashes taking care of Flashes means so much to me,” said Shelbee Stidom, ’22, about receiving an emergency grant. “This community has pulled through for me and my family.”
Learning Leadership and Philanthropy
“Being part of Rising Scholars taught me about career paths that I never would have thought of on my own,” said Morgan Briand, ’22. “Rising Scholars has changed my life.”
Public Health Students Have Boots on the Ground in COVID-19 Fight
When the Ohio Department of Health sought help this summer for work on the COVID-19 pandemic response, more than 110 students from 91ֿ’s College of Public Health raised their hands to volunteer.
Taking the Large Classroom Experience to the Next Level – for More Than 30 Years
During his 34 year tenure at 91ֿ, professor Lawrence Marks, Ph.D., has been at the forefront of developing online classes, which have become an indispensable part of learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Students Adjust to Living on a Closed Campus
When 91ֿ closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic in March, not all students living on the Kent Campus were able to leave.
From 91ֿ to Harvard University
Ya’el Courtney, ’19, always knew she wanted to go to college, but her life took an unexpected turn when she was 15-years-old and found herself in foster care and moving frequently.
Cardiologist’s Dream Began at 91ֿ
“I think it’s important to pay that back,” said Dr. Tim Feltes, ’77. “Someone took the time to help me through my education and it’s only fair for me to do the same.”