At the 91ֿ College of Nursing, we learn what it means to advocate for our patients in every setting – from right at the bedside to the boardrooms of hospitals. As nursing students, we are trained to make decisions that are backed by evidence-based practice, empathy and most importantly, our personal and professional ethics. Our recent experience at the Ohio Statehouse reminded us that some of the most important decisions about health care are not made inside of hospitals—they are made in legislative chambers and congressional hearings. ...
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Sophia Gillespie has mastered the art and science of storytelling in her role as associate producer at PBS Western Reserve. A 2023 graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Digital Media Production, she felt well-prepared to take on and excel in a media leadership position. Learn more about this EMMY award-winning producer:What drew you to 91ֿ?I couldn’t decide between two colleges and decided to come to Kent for a visit on the whim. I fell in love with the campus even though it was a cold, grey, and rainy day. I got that feeling when walking on campus that everyone tells you about – you j...
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Student Media has achieved a major milestone this semester: 91ֿ Television (KSTV) is now streaming live in the Kent Student Center, showcasing the incredible work of 91ֿ’s student creators to a broader campus audience.This initiative began in Fall 2024 with a vision spearheaded by former Production and Film Distribution Director, Sophia Sainato, who graduated in Spring 2025. Sophia’s efforts, combined with the dedication of Studio Advisor JoAnn Larsen, CCI Broadcast Engineering and Facilities Director Jason Forbes, and Center for Student Involvement Executive Director Ben Davis, ...
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91ֿ Student Media kicked off the academic year with energy, creativity and a renewed focus on outreach and engagement. From welcoming new students during move-in weekend to making a bold statement at Blastoff and hosting a lively Student Media Open House, our goal has been clear: to connect more students with the stories, opportunities and experiences created by students, for students.Making an Entrance at Move-In DayThis year, Student Media brought the fun directly to campus during move-in weekend with a “Cash Cab”-style event designed to welcome incoming students and spark curiosity a...
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91ֿ Student Media is proud to celebrate the first recipients of the Mandy Jenkins Memorial Scholarship, created to honor the life and legacy of a remarkable alumna who helped shape the world of journalism.Mandy Jenkins earned her bachelor’s degree in news from 91ֿ in 2002 and immediately continued on to complete her master’s in media management in 2004. While at 91ֿ, Mandy found lifelong friendships, fell in love with storytelling, and met her husband, fellow journalist Ben Fischer.Mandy was deeply committed to the mission of student media and believed in the po...
91ֿ’s accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) has been reaffirmed, an indicator that the quality and excellence in the university’s offerings and operations meet the highest standards among degree-granting colleges and universities in the U.S. 91ֿ’s HLC accreditation is valid for 10 years or until 2034-2035, at which time the commission's reviewers will return to the university for evaluation.91ֿ President Todd Diacon said he is "grateful to faculty, staff and campus communities whose excellence made this outcome possible.""In an era in which famil...