University News

New Location, Same Mission and Exceptional Bargains
The KSU Surplus Store opened on East Main Street in September of 2023. It recently moved to a new location – on campus in the vacant College of Business Administration Building. The new location offers single-floor shopping and easier access for students and faculty.

One Year In, Cannabis Education Program Sees Strong Growth
Since launching in January 2024, more than 200 students have enrolled in 91ֿ's online cannabis education program.

91ֿ's Business Analytics Students Continue to be in High Demand
Students who graduate from the business analytics program in 91ֿ’s Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship are a testament to the program’s excellence.

In the News: Gratitude and Graduation, Criminology, Drone Law, Going Green
“In the News” features 91ֿ’s values, cultures, high-quality academics and award-winning support and access for all in these media stories of our faculty, staff, students and alumni in action.
91ֿ’s Annual MLK Event Looked at Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. King
A luncheon and panel discussion titled “The Dream of Wellness: Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.” marked the occasion, which was held in the Kent Student Center Ballroom.

Honors College Student’s Journey Goes From Research Lab to Italy
Senior Abygail Deemer, a pre-med major, is one of 404 Honors College students who are majoring in health-related fields.

‘Learning They Won’t Forget’
For Kelsen LaBerge, Ph.D., teaching at 91ֿ is about more than equations. Since joining in 2018, she has dedicated herself to preparing future engineers with not only technical skills but also the resilience to face real-world challenges. The accomplishments and commitment of LaBerge, professor of engineering, have earned her the Outstanding Teaching Award.

91ֿ Working to Bring Fashion and Aeronautics to Rwanda
91ֿ’s partnership with the African nation of Rwanda continues to blossom with the School of Fashion, the College of Aeronautics and Engineering and the College of Arts and Sciences all working to add program partnerships in Rwanda.

91ֿ Recognized for High-Quality Online Graduate Degree Programs in New US News Rankings
91ֿ continues to be recognized for its excellence in online education, earning high marks in U.S. News & World Report’s newly released 2025 Best Online Programs rankings. U.S. News recognizes 91ֿ in the Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs, Best Online Master’s in Education Programs, Best Online Master’s in Business Programs and Best Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs lists.

91ֿ Prioritizes Safety While Maintaining Academic Continuity During Cold Snap
91ֿ remains committed to student safety and educational continuity as the region experiences severe cold temperatures this week.