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Art items at the KSU Surplus Store

New Location, Same Mission and Exceptional Bargains

The KSU Surplus Store opened on East Main Street in September of 2023. It recently moved to a new location – on campus in the vacant College of Business Administration Building. The new location offers single-floor shopping and easier access for students and faculty. 

Tags: Organizational Sustainability , University Facilities Management , Community Impact , Community & Society , University News

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2025 100 Plates wellness discussion

100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Community

Reflecting on the words of prominent figures in history can present opportunities to discover new perspectives and have important discussions surrounding social issues. This is exactly what happened at the 100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Beloved Community event organized by the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Events Committee. 

Tags: Community & Society , Student Life

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Nursing White Coat Ceremony 2025

IN A FLASH: Caring Hands

The White Coat Ceremony marks the beginning of a nursing students clinical rotation and reinforces their commitment to compassionate care. 

Tags: Community Impact , College of Nursing , Community & Society , Healthcare

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Housing for the money banner

What Housing Will Your Dollar Get You in Kent?

Every year, thousands of 91ֿ students navigate the off-campus housing market. As a college town, Kent has no shortage of options. But what should students expect? The search for student housing can be overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. Luckily, 91ֿ Today has done some legwork for you.  

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Emilia Sykes is serving in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Alumna Emilia Sykes Sets Goals for Second Term in Congress

91ֿ alumna Emilia Sykes says her goals have not changed as she begins her second term in Congress. Sykes, who hails from Akron, Ohio, spoke with the Akron Beacon Journal about her plans for the second term and what she’ll be focusing on.

Tags: Community Impact , Community & Society

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55th Anniversary Black History Month

Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at 91ֿ

On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at 91ֿ, which was first established by the student organization Black United Students (BUS) in 1970 and was recognized nationwide by President Gerald Ford in 1976. 

Tags: University News , Community & Society , Black United Students , Student Life

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91ֿ's Annual MLK Event had a panel discussion on how King's Beloved Community Aligns with mental health

91ֿ’s Annual MLK Event Looked at Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. King

A luncheon and panel discussion titled “The Dream of Wellness: Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.” marked the occasion, which was held in the Kent Student Center Ballroom.

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Black History Month 2025

It Started Here: 91ֿ to Celebrate 55th Anniversary of Black History Month

91ֿ will mark the 55th anniversary of Black History Month in February and celebrate its founding by the student organization Black United Students.

Tags: Student Life , Community & Society , Nationally Distinctive , Community Impact

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Dean Johnson-Mallard

POV: Fostering Compassionate Care

POV offers the 91ֿ community an opportunity to share insights into topics of importance. Versie Johnson-Mallard, Ph.D., dean of 91ֿ's College of Nursing and Henderson Memorial Endowed Leadership Chair., offers her thoughts on the college’s “White Coat Ceremony,” which marks an official crossing over of students into this exceptional nursing program. 

Tags: Community Impact , College of Nursing , Community & Society

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Call for Photos - Sculpture

IN A FLASH: See YOUR Photo Here!

Anyone can submit a photo for 91ֿ Today's "IN A FLASH" photo feature! Submitted photos should be clear, high-resolution images and have a connection to 91ֿ. 

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