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91�ֿ� wasn’t just where alumna Julia Ryan went to school; it was part of her life growing up in Northeast Ohio with her father, Frank X. Ryan, Ph.D., associate professor and undergraduate coordinator of philosophy. “I kind of grew up on the 91�ֿ� campus,” Ryan said. “It was always a shoo-in: ‘I know I’m going to Kent, but what is it going to be for?’”Raised in a family that valued the humanities, Ryan decided to major in history and minor in political science.“History was always a big interest for me,” she said. “For a while, I tottered between theater or something el...

Meet Shashwati:Shashwati Sikder Sharaya made the journey to 91�ֿ� from Dhaka, Bangladesh, to pursue a degree in biotechnology. Currently in her junior year, she is an accomplished student involved in several organizations, including the 91�ֿ� Honors College and also serves as a Peer Assisted Study Session leader. This upcoming summer, she will also participate in the 91�ֿ� Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE). Working alongside Dr. Kim Min Ho, she is accomplishing her dreams in medical research by earning a bachelor's degree f...

91�ֿ�’s Culinary Services faces the daily challenge of serving more than 20,000 meals to students, staff, and faculty. This task is further complicated by the increasing number of food allergies. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of food allergies has risen by 50% since the 1990s; therefore, raising awareness and ensuring safety are top priorities. In response to this increasing issue, University Culinary Services has implemented concrete steps to lower the risk of allergic reactions. These include clearly labeling all food it...

Hey everyone! My name is Taylor Pierce, and I’m a senior here at 91�ֿ� double-majoring in criminology and justice studies and political science, with a minor in pre-law. Choosing 91�ֿ� was a no-brainer for me because of the extensive opportunities it has provided for me to explore my academic, professional, and personal interests as I stepped into the next chapter of my life. When I entered KSU, I had an interest in law and the criminal justice system. I spent my first year taking classes inside and outside my field, attending seminars, and making connections with professors. Th...