University News

Natural Gas Odor Impacts Portions of Kent Campus
Multiple buildings on 91ֿ’s Kent Campus were affected Tuesday morning by a strong odor of natural gas, leading some employees and students to vacate their buildings.

An Empathetic Solution to the ‘Complexity of Teaching’
The Summit Professor of Learning Technologies and Professor of Educational Technology, Richard Ferdig, Ph.D., has had a multitude of students come through his courses. Each student has different preconceived notions, different goals and different reasons for joining his class.

Track and Field Alumnus Named Grand Prize Winner
91ֿ graduate Quintin Cooks has been named the grand prize winner of the GO TEACH Dr Pepper Giveaway.

Helping Students Navigate a Successful 91ֿ Experience
KSU Navigate, a new technology platform more than two years in the making, will fully launch on Nov. 18, giving 91ֿ students an easy and efficient way to schedule tutoring and academic advising putting them on track for success in their coursework.

First-Generation Students Share, Connect and Learn
As a first-generation college student coming from Wisconsin, I found the college experience nerve-wracking. I didn't have anyone nearby to support me, and I didn’t know anyone who had this shared identity. 91ֿ's "I Am First Week" honors us and our struggles.

Honoring All Those Who Serve: 91ֿ Holds its Annual Veterans Day Commemoration
The 91ֿ community paid tribute to those who have served in the U.S. armed forces at the annual Veterans Day Commemoration. The program, titled “Honoring All Those Who Serve,” included a flag-raising ceremony conducted by a joint color guard from 91ֿ’s Army ROTC and Air Force ROTC programs.

91ֿ Closed Nov. 11 in Observance of Veterans Day
91ֿ will be closed Monday, Nov. 11, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. No classes are scheduled, and university offices are closed.

91ֿ’s Financial Stewardship Earns Top Ratings, Ensuring Bright Future
The university is implementing proactive financial measures to position itself for continued success, ensuring it can continue to fulfill its mission of providing high-quality education and supporting the success of its students for generations to come.

IN A FLASH: Celebrating 60 Years of Graduate Studies
91ֿ awarded its first three doctoral degrees in 1964 and recently celebrated that anniversary at the 91ֿ Hotel and Conference Center.

It’s Never Too Late
The Degree Completion Program allows former students who have attended 91ֿ and people who have started a degree at other colleges or universities to finish their degrees at 91ֿ.