Arts & Culture
Acclaimed Photography Exhibition Returns to Kent Campus
91ֿ is pleased and proud to announce the return of “We the People,” a photography exhibition that shines a light on our common humanity.
English Professor Recalls Meeting Author Toni Morrison, Who Wrote of African American Experience
Toni Morrison, the bestselling author who died Aug. 5, at one time was offered a job in 91ֿ’s Department of English, recalled English Professor Yoshinobu Hakutani, Ph.D.
Explore Ohio’s Rich History in the 91ֿ Museum’s “Ohio Quilts” Exhibition
The 91ֿ Museum’s newest exhibition, “Ohio Quilts,” which is now open, features an eclectic group of historical quilts that in many ways reflects the history of Ohio dating back to the early 19th century.
With Music Blaring and Temperatures Rising, 91ֿ Celebrates 50 Years of Glass
At first glance, it looks more like an art studio, make that a hot art studio ... music blaring, temperatures rising and a chatty atmosphere of collaboration. Anything but a college classroom. Most wear blue jeans and cotton shirts so they can easily sweat while perfecting their craft. In this case, glassblowing.
91ֿ Graduate Shines on Today Show
Kaycee Marshall, a 2019 Fashion Design major, created a line of formalwear for women in wheelchairs.
A Rave Review: 91ֿ Wines Shine
Enology students of 91ֿ’s Ashtabula Campus are leaving a lasting impact with their high-quality luxury wines. One local wine connoisseur was so impressed with the wines, he featured them in a recent article in the Akron Beacon Journal.
Working the Runway: 37th Annual Fashion Show Features Unique Student Work
The Fashion School at 91ֿ held its 37th annual fashion show April 26 and 27 in the school’s home of Rockwell Hall on the Kent Campus. Models worked the runway which flowed from the catwalk in the Rockwell Auditorium and out into the second-floor atrium, giving viewers an up-close glimpse at the construction of the student-made garments.
Roe Green Visiting Director Series Continues to Thrive
The Roe Green series continues to prosper in 2019, bringing in actor, writer and director Ron West, ‘82, who has directed multiple pieces for The Second City in Chicago, appeared on Whose Line is it, Anyway? and worked on several other shows and projects.
Nearly One Year In; How The New Museum Director Has Gone In New Directions
Imagine stepping into a role that had been filled for 30 years by the previous occupant. Where would you start? How would you make your mark? For Sarah Rogers, director of the 91ֿ Museum, this was the challenge and opportunity of a lifetime.
91ֿ Magazine: Change Maker
KSU alumnus and gay rights activist Michael Chanak Jr. was determined to make a difference at his workplace, and his dedication to change prompted a global company to redefine diversity.