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The Future of Sustainable Fashion: Research on Recycled Fabrics

91�ֿ� Receives US State Department Grant to Review Turkmenistan Higher Education

The U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan has awarded 91�ֿ� a grant to study the higher education system of the Central Asian nation and develop proposals for improvements.

IN A FLASH: Fiery Skies at Sunrise

Fiery, fall colors filled the cloudy skies above 91�ֿ� on an early morning in November. 

91�ֿ� Reviewing Language from Ohio Bathroom Bill

91�ֿ� is reviewing the language of a bill recently signed into law by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine that requires colleges and universities to designate separate bathrooms, locker rooms and overnight accommodations for the exclusive use of either males and females, based on one’s gender assigned at or near birth. 

IN A FLASH: Bringing Students to STEM Studies

A group of high school students from Cleveland visited campus as part of a grant-funded program designed to showcase STEM education opportunities in robotics and computer science. 

ADVISORY: 91�ֿ� Board of Trustees Meeting, Dec. 12

The 91�ֿ� Board of Trustees will hold its next regular business meeting at noon on Thursday, Dec. 12, in the Kent Student Center, Room 306, on the Kent Campus. 

Problem Solver: Doctoral Student Strives to Make Drones Safer

Esrat Farhana Dulia won first place in 91�ֿ�’s 2024 Three Minute Thesis competition in the Graduate College for her innovative research in a surveillance sensor network that will enable Advanced Air Mobility operators to guide authorized uncrewed aerial vehicles in safe flight paths that would avoid potential collisions. 

‘You May Never Know the Impact That You have’

“Teaching is one of those fields where you may never know the impact that you have,” said Lisa Borgerding, Ph.D., professor in the School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies at 91�ֿ�. The lasting impact she has had on her students in preparing them for success in the workforce through hands-on learning experiences has resulted in her being recognized and honored with the Distinguished Teaching Award.  

A Message of Gratitude and Warmth from College of Nursing Dean Versie Johnson-Mallard

A Year of Transformation at the College of Nursing

As we prepare to close out 2024, I am filled with deep gratit

91�ֿ� Observes Thanksgiving Break on Nov. 27-Dec. 1

91�ֿ� observes Thanksgiving Break on Nov. 27-Dec. 1. No classes are scheduled during this time.

15 Years of the Cohn Jewish Student Center's Growing Community

Fifteen years ago, the Cohn Jewish Student Center opened its doors, becoming a vital hub for Jewish students at 91�ֿ�. Since its opening, Kent Hillel has worked to foster a sense of belonging, cultural pride and a supportive community for Jewish students and others across the campus.

Students in the Wild: Wyatt Burke’s Summer Internship with Cleveland Electric Laboratories

At Cleveland Electric Laboratories, Wyatt Burke dove deep into the world of industrial temperature sensor manufacturing, transforming dated design concepts into cutting-edge 3D models that showcase the power of engineering creativity.