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Daisy Smith discovered her purpose at 91ֿ.

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Hear how 91ֿ student Daisy Smith discovered her purpose at 91ֿ.

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The 91ֿ women’s rugby team took matters into their own hands when they encountered a tree blocking the road on their way to a match. (Photo credit: Tina Miller)

91ֿ Women’s Rugby Team Shows Tree-mendous Effort on and off the Field

The 91ֿ women’s rugby team found themselves facing a literal bump in the road on their way to a rugby match on Oct. 7.

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91ֿ Women’s Rugby Team Shows Tree-mendous Effort on and off the Field

The Academic Success Center in 91ֿ's University College helped Kellie Miley overcome academic struggles to earn her bachelor's degree in 2016 and a master's degree in 2018.

From Failing Grades to a Master’s Degree, How 91ֿ Helped a Student Get Back on Track

When Kellie Miley graduated from Rootstown High School in 2008, she is the first to admit she was not ready for college. In high school, she barely cracked a book yet managed a 3.2 grade point average (GPA). Getting by with little effort changed when she started as a freshman at 91ֿ Univer…

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From Failing Grades to a Master’s Degree, How 91ֿ Helped a Student Get Back on Track

More than 100 students, staff, faculty and community members gathered Oct. 29 for a candlelight vigil.

Tears, Prayers and Hope Highlight Vigil for Jewish Community

Their hugs were tight, and their words were often soft and tearful.   Still, those who gathered on a windy night on 91ֿ’s Risman Plaza on Oct. 29 came together to not only reflect on the recent tragedy in Pittsburgh but to also lift one another up during a time that has sha…

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A student walkout in 1968 contributed to the launch of Black United Students (BUS), which is commemorating 50 years at 91ֿ. (Photo from the collection of E. Timothy Moore)

Powerful Images Tell Struggle of Campus, America as Black United Students Commemorate 50 Years

Set against the backdrop of five decades of dynamic social change, the powerful “BUS at 50 Reloaded” photography exhibit in Ritchie Hall’s Uumbaji Gallery highlights the impact and influence of the Black United Students (BUS) organization at 91ֿ since its founding in 1968. The show runs through Nov. 14.

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A student enjoys a quiet moment on the Kent Campus

91ֿ of Wellness Director Offers New Meditation Across Campus Program

Melissa Celko, director of 91ֿ of Wellness, has introduced a new Meditation Across Campus program, in which members of the university community can participate for free. “There is a real focus on the humanistic aspect of the quieting of the senses and the mind and allowing the body to find r…

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Last weekend's celebration of 100 years of Homecoming at 91ֿ was "ruled" by 2018 Homecoming Queen Jennifer Uren and Homecoming King Jordan Euell.

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The celebration of 100 years of Homecoming at 91ֿ was “ruled” by 2018 Homecoming Queen Jennifer Uren and Homecoming King Jordan Euell.

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Faculty and staff walk up the stairs on the way to Commencement.

It is Never Too Late to Graduate from 91ֿ

Seventy-year-old Rudd (Ted) Bare II has the surprise of a lifetime planned for his children on Aug. 18, 2018. On that day, Mr. Bare will don a cap and gown and walk across the stage at 91ֿ’s Summer Commencement to accept his Bachelor of Science degree, completing the college studi…

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Honors Student Swoger Selected as 2018 Portz Scholar

The 91ֿ Honors College is proud to announce that Honors College student and political science major, Megan Swoger, has been named by the National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) as a 2018 Portz Scholar.  As a member of the graduating class of 2018 this past spring, Meg…

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Representatives from 91ֿ, the city of Kent, AAA and Portage County Safe Communities are collaborating on a campaign to promote safe driving practices. The campaign Wait2TXT targets both distracted driving and walking.

91ֿ Police Encourage Students to Wait2TXT

Did you know that if you are driving and have a passenger, are eating or drinking and send a text, your chances of crashing increase by 1,139 percent?

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