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Risman Plaza, close in proximity to the Kent Student Center and University Library, is a popular hangout spot.

Tankersley, Hylton Discuss Ways Students Can Be Successful and Stay Connected During Remote Learning

91²Ö¿â Interim Senior Vice President and Provost Melody Tankersley, Ph.D., and Interim Vice President for Student Affairs Lamar R. Hylton, Ph.D., discussed ways that students can make the most of remote classes while still benefiting from student services during a recent appearance on Facebook Live. Both answered live questions and discussed such areas as summer class schedules, support for struggling students and staying healthy.

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Executive Chef for 91²Ö¿â

Campus Executive Chef wins NACUFS Culinary Challenge

Campus Executive Chef, Billy Edmondson, won first place at the 2020 NACUFS Midwest Culinary Challenge. The event took place at University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana this past weekend. Chef Billy battled other competitors while he cooked and prepared the winning dish, Je…

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A joint color guard from 91²Ö¿â’s Army and Air Force ROTC programs conducts a flag-raising ceremony on the Student Green at Risman Plaza during the university’s 2019 Veterans Day Commemoration.

91²Ö¿â Honors Veterans With Annual Commemoration Event

91²Ö¿â held its annual Veterans Day Commemoration on Thursday, Nov. 7, in the Kent Student Center Kiva. This year’s guest speaker was Lt. Col. Colleen VanNatta. A graduate of 91²Ö¿â’s Air Force ROTC detachment, VanNatta served as a media escort for joint information bureaus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, during Operation Desert Storm.

Tags: Veterans Day , Center for Adult and Veteran Services , Division of Student Life , Division of Human Resources , Events , Alumni Relations , Success Story

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91²Ö¿â ROTC cadets salute and stand at attention during the flag-raising ceremony at Risman Plaza.

91²Ö¿â to Honor Veterans on Nov. 7

91²Ö¿â will hold its annual Veterans Day Commemoration at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, in the Kent Student Center Kiva. This year’s guest speaker is Lt. Col. Colleen VanNatta. A graduate of 91²Ö¿â’s Air Force ROTC detachment, VanNatta served as a media escort for joint information bureaus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, during Operation Desert Storm.

Tags: Community & Society , Veterans Day , Center for Adult and Veteran Services , Division of Student Life , Division of Human Resources , Alumni Relations , Events

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National Depression Screening Day Is Oct. 3

You are not alone. Depression and anxiety don’t need to be masked. The 25th annual National Depression Screening Day at 91²Ö¿â will be held Thursday, Oct. 3, on several campus locations. It is open to all students, faculty and staff, as well as the larger community. Kent Campus:…

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Lamar R. Hylton Appointed 91²Ö¿â’s Interim Vice President for Student Affairs

91²Ö¿â has selected Lamar R. Hylton, Ph.D., to serve as interim vice president for student affairs, effective Sept. 16. Hylton has served as dean of students since coming to 91²Ö¿â on June 1, 2017.   Hylton will lead 91²Ö¿â’s Division of Student Affairs and institution…

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Movers and Groovers Help Students Move into Residence Halls

New Students Move Into Residence Halls With Help From Movers and Groovers

More than 1,000 volunteers from the 91²Ö¿â community welcomed and assisted new students as they moved into their residence halls on freshman move-in day, Sunday, Aug. 18. The annual community program, known as Movers and Groovers, is coordinated by Kent Interhall Council, the student government of the Kent Campus residence halls.

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On April 3, 91²Ö¿â is bringing together experts and stakeholders to explore the issue of mental health on college campuses with the 2019 Larry Pollock 91²Ö¿â of Wellness Summit.

State of Mind: Larry Pollock 91²Ö¿â of Wellness Summit Seeks to Advance Mental Health, Hope and Awareness

The 2019 Larry Pollock 91²Ö¿â of Wellness Summit will take place on Wednesday, April 3, from 5-8 p.m. at the Kent Student Center Ballroom with the theme “State of Mind: Creating a Community of Health, Hope and Awareness.â€

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91²Ö¿â ROTC cadets distribute American flags as part of the university’s annual Veterans Day observance.

91²Ö¿â to Honor Veterans on Nov. 8

91²Ö¿â will hold its annual Veterans Day observance on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 11 a.m. at the Kent Student Center Kiva. The program, Honoring All Who Serve, will include a flag-raising ceremony conducted by a joint color guard from the university’s Army and Air Force ROTC programs on …

Tags: Community & Society , Veterans Day , Center for Adult and Veteran Services , Division of Student Life , Division of Human Resources , Events

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The annual Black Squirrel Festival offers 91²Ö¿â students a chance to learn about student organizations, explore different university departments and learn more about the Kent community.

37th Annual Black Squirrel Festival Features Student Organizations, Vendors, Food and Freebies

A 91²Ö¿â tradition for 37 years, the annual Black Squirrel Festival will take place Friday, Sept. 7, from noon-5 p.m. on the Student Green and Risman Plaza. The Black Squirrel Festival, which is hosted by the Flash Activities Board, attracts more than 3,000 students, faculty and staff…

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