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Emily Speck is an environmental health specialist who graduated from 91ֿ's College of Public Health.

Wanted: Environmental Health Specialists to Keep Our Air, Water and Food Safe

The shortage of environmental health specialists accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic but had begun well before the that, according to Matthew Stefanak, a semi-retired faculty member and a "public health ambassador" with the College of Public Health, which helps to create career-ready graduates for this in-demand field.

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91ֿ graduate Mark Greer

Master of Ceremonies

Mark Greer, who earned his master’s degree in music from 91ֿ in 2009, has been chosen to serve as executive director of Akron’s bicentennial campaign. His success exemplifies the sense of community and bright future created by Golden Flashes today.

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91ֿ is graduating students prepared for the most in-demand jobs of 2024.

Job Market Bright for 91ֿ Graduates

The newly released list of “100 Best Jobs for 2024” by U.S. News and World Report illustrates how 91ֿ has the majors that are preparing graduates to lead in tomorrow's workforce.

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91ֿ's ninth president Michael Schwartz in academic regalia

Schwartz Remembered for His Kindness, Leadership and Generosity of Spirit

91ֿ’s has been flooded with comments from alumni, former colleagues and friends about Schwartz’s kindness, his work ethic as a leader and educator and his genuine concern for his students.  

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91ֿ is among the nation's safest college campuses.

91ֿ Police Keep Community Safe While Engaging in Peaceful Discourse  

91ֿ's No. 1 priority is the safety of its students, faculty and staff. This has been seen demonstrated over the past few months as the 91ֿ community has held demonstrations related to the Israel-Hamas war and other issues, such as abortion. 

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91ֿ President Todd Diacon applauds the graduating Fall Class of 2023 during a commencement ceremony.

President Diacon's Fall 2023 Commencement Speech Urges Graduates to Demonstrate Their Value as They Transition to Careers

91ֿ President Todd Diacon delivered the Fall 2023 Commencement address and told the graduates to demonstrate their value with patience and gentleness.

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(From left to right) 91ֿ Police Sgt. Anne Spahr and Salem, a black Labrador retriever, walk with 91ֿ Police Officer Miguel Witt and Fredy, a Czechoslovakian shepherd, along the Lefton Esplanade on the Kent Campus.

Paw Patrol: Meet the 91ֿ K-9s

Learn more about the 91ֿ K-9s, past and present, and how they help keep the university safe.

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A cyclist bikes through Risman Plaza on the 91ֿ Kent Campus.

The Secret Is Out: Kent Named 1 of Zillow’s Top 2 College Towns for 2023

Several Northeast Ohio towns, including Kent, have made it to Zillow’s 2023 list of most popular markets.

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a photo of evan schumann standing in a wine cellar

Brewing up His Master Plan

Local entrepreneur and business owner Evan Schumann has big plans for the future of beer in Ohio. He credits his academic experiences at 91ֿ for helping him prepare for his high-growth career.

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 91ֿ School of Fashion grad Dara Broadous

Designing Her Own Wedding Dress Was as Simple as 1,2,3,4

91ֿ's School of Fashion gave Dara Broadous the skills to design her dream wedding dress.

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