Faculty and staff participation in national “On the Move†challenge earns university designation 91²Ö¿â has earned the designation of a Top 50 Most Active Company, beating out 27 organizations in the Large Business Category of the Wellness Council of America’s (WELCOA) national challenge to get employees across the country “On the Move†in 2016. The “On the Move†competition is focused on fueling national corporate health initiatives to combat physical inactivity and initiate behavior change. Eighty-four companies representing almost 80,000 employees participate...
Workshop Registration Information for October 14th & 15th, 2016 This workshop is sponsored through the Department of Psychological Sciences of 91²Ö¿â. Location: 91²Ö¿â Main Campus Friday, October 14th, 2016 at 8:30am – 4:00pm in the Moulton Hall Ballroom Saturday, October 15th, 2016 at 8:30am – 4:00pm in the Kent Hall Annex Room 102 Featuring Dr. John K. Kruschke Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences Adjunct Professor of Statistics Indiana University Many fields of science are transitioning from null hypothesis significance test...
The 91²Ö¿â Museum brings the work of contemporary fashion designers from two southern African nations to Ohio in a new exhibit. “Fashions of Southern Africa†is curated by Sara Hume, Ph.D., and runs August 26, 2016 - July 2, 2017 in the museum’s Higbee Gallery. The museum will also host a free preview reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 25 — please call 330-672-0300 to RSVP. The exhibit draws on designs created in South Africa and Namibia, presenting distinctive and forward-looking work that offers fresh perspectives on style and fashion. According to Hume, the...
Since May, organizational communication studies major Skyler Chill has been interning with Kleinfeld Bridal – the bridal boutique that serves as the location for the popular TLC show, “Say Yes to the Dressâ€. Chill recently shared about the experience and how her communication studies courses are helping her succeed in NYC. Q. What is an average day like in your internship? A. An average day consists of a morning meeting with the entire staff where we go over sales goals, come-back appointments and any other important information. After the meeting, I am paired with a bridal consultant for ...
Federal legislators in the nation’s capital recently got schooled on how 91²Ö¿â has made a positive impact in reducing stigma and encouraging self-help behaviors to combat depression, and more specifically, depression in the workplace. Hosted by the Healthcare Leadership Council and titled “Feeling and Thinking Better: Uncovering the Hidden Cost of Depression and Shifting the Treatment Paradigm,†the mental health and cognition forum brought together experts in the field to discuss the prevalence of depression, what it looks like in the workplace and effective strategie...
What do you think it would be like to intern for the 2016 NBA national championship team, the Cleveland Cavaliers? Recent 91²Ö¿â and School of Communication Studies alumna, Katrina Hall can tell you all about it! Hall has spent the past two years interning with the Sales and Services Crew for the Cavaliers and has enjoyed every winning moment. During her time with the Cavaliers, Hall was responsible for all events that happened in the arena during game time, whether the team played at home or away. Hall assisted in organizing and taking part in pre-game and half-time shows, t...
On Friday, July 8, 93 cadets graduate from 91²Ö¿â at Trumbull’s Police Academy. More than 450 individuals are attending the ceremony, including graduates, friends and family, and 91²Ö¿â at Trumbull staff. The event is not open to the public. However, media representatives are encouraged to attend and should contact Bill Burgess, marketing coordinator at 330-675-7627 or wjburges@kent.edu to make arrangements. James Ciotti, Special Agent in Charge - Northern District of Ohio, Bureau of Criminal Investigation, will be the guest speaker. ...