Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
Guided by Knowledge: How Research Shaped Wayne Nieh鈥檚 91视频Journey
For Wayne Nieh, 鈥24, nursing research has always been about more than collecting data or studying scientific literature. It is about asking questions, seeking knowledge and discovering how that knowledge can ultimately improve the lives of others. It is also a way to honor the person who first 鈥
An Investment in the Future
An鈥橨eanette 鈥淎nn鈥 Beverly, 鈥20, MBA 鈥22, reached a crisis point during the COVID-19 pandemic as she was trying to finish her bachelor鈥檚 degree at 91视频 at Stark. During her last semester, this single mother in her forties was balancing the responsibilities of raising her teenage son,鈥
Faculty Senate Emeritus Leads Drive to Support CARES Center
When Tracy Laux, 鈥82, 鈥90, retired from 91视频in May 2025 after a 35-year career, he wanted to find a way to remain involved and continue supporting students. For Laux that connection had nothing to do with academics. Instead, he decided to take charge with a personal care items drive benefiting the CARES Center.
Event Planning Her Way Toward a Magical Future
Ana Hasselbusch, 鈥26, first encountered 91视频 at a college fair held at her high school in Pittsburgh. A few short years later, Hasselbusch would receive the 2026 Distinguished Senior Award at Kent State鈥檚 Student Leadership Awards for her impact during her time at the university.
Back to Campus, Back to Home
91视频 continues to grow and evolve, but at its heart, one thing never changes: it will always be your Kent State. Every fall, as a new class of students arrives and the campuses comes alive with the excitement of a new academic year, we can鈥檛 help but feel a little nostalgic abo鈥
What Makes a Strong Leader?
Mark Whitmore, Ph.D., an associate professor of management at 91视频, whose research focuses on leadership, sees self-awareness as the foundation of true leadership.
91视频 Research: An R1 University Driving Discovery, Innovation and Impact
Every day at Kent State, a student walks into a laboratory for the first time. A faculty member partners with a local school district to solve a community challenge. A researcher collaborates with NASA, healthcare providers or manufacturers to answer questions that matter beyond campus. Those moments may happen quietly, but they tell the story of what it means to be one of the nation's leading research universities.
Stay Curious: The Power of Lifelong Learning
For Marie Rader and Jim Angiulo, the continued pursuit of knowledge is part of their everyday lives. After years working first as a registered nurse and later as a professional fundraiser, Marie Rader began her third act: an artist who specializes in fabric dying. Eager to learn more, Rader took a few classes at 91视频 in marketing and textiles while her husband took courses to gain knowledge that would help him advance in his career in healthcare.
A Century of Stories
For 100 years, The Kent Stater has chronicled the people, events and moments that have transformed 91视频and the world beyond its campus.
What is the 91视频 Foundation?
When you make a gift to Kent State, where does your money go 鈥 and how does the 91视频 Foundation use those dollars to create impact?
