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91²Ö¿â alumna Victoria Geigerich, Cassi Galloway and Jason Joyce

Preparing Behavioral Health Leaders for a Growing Workforce Need

As demand for behavioral health professionals continues to rise across Ohio and the nation, 91²Ö¿â is preparing graduates to not just enter the field right away, but to advance, lead and make a lasting impact in their communities. For three 91²Ö¿â alumni — Cassandra Galloway, Victoria Giegerich and Jason Joyce — their paths may differ slightly, but their stories illustrate how 91²Ö¿â connects education to real-world outcomes.

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91²Ö¿â's Martin Luther King Jr. commemoration included a panel discussion entitled “Keeping Joy, Faith and ‘The Dream’ Alive in Uncertain Timesâ€â€¯

Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Emphasized Keeping Joy, Faith and “The Dream†Alive in Uncertain Times

91²Ö¿â's Martin Luther King Jr. commemoration included a panel discussion, “Keeping Joy, Faith and ‘The Dream’ Alive in Uncertain Times,â€â€¯which offered thoughtful perspectives on hope, purpose and progress.

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Matilde Carboncini competes for 91²Ö¿â, hails from Italy

From Florence to Florence

When Matilde Carboncini was walking through the streets of Florence, Italy, the summer before starting college, she stumbled upon something unexpected.

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This photo shows road construction along East Main Street at Horning Road.

IN A FLASH: Main Street Maneuvers

Improvements along Main Street near campus have created temporary detours and new traffic patterns.

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Campus cameras capture snow blanketing 91²Ö¿â January 2026

Videos: Heavy Snow Quickly Blankets Campus

So what did it look like when Mother Nature aimed at 91²Ö¿â with heavy snow?  91²Ö¿â Today got access to various cameras across the Kent Campus that showcased the snow's arrival. 

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Students sled ride during major snow storm on Jan. 26, 2026

Take That Mother Nature!

91²Ö¿â campuses reopened Tuesday with classes resuming at noon following a full closure Monday due to heavy snowfall from a major winter storm that blasted across Ohio and much of the eastern United States.

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Lisa Borgerding, professor of science education.

IN A FLASH: Science Educator of the Year

A Professor in the 91²Ö¿â's School of Teaching, Leadership, and Curriculum Studies was recognized as the 2026 Outstanding Science Educator of the Year.

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What You Need to Know 91²Ö¿â Measles

Measles cases are increasing nationwide, including confirmed cases at several college campuses. While 91²Ö¿â has not reported any cases, understanding this highly contagious disease can help our campus community stay informed and protected.

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MLK Celebration

91²Ö¿â Closed Jan. 19 for MLK Day 

The university will hold its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at 11:30 a.m. on Jan. 29 in the Kent Student Center Ballroom. 

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Graciela Alvarez Emerson earned a certificate in 91²Ö¿â'sCommunity Health Worker Supervision Undergraduate Certificate program

Community Health Worker Supervisor Earns Certificate at 91²Ö¿â

Graciela Alvarez Leon, a community health worker supervisor at the Cleveland Clinic, knows how life-changing support can be. “It’s about building trust and making sure patients know they’re not alone,†Leon said. 

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