University News
91ÊÓƵClosed Jan. 15 for MLK Day, Spring Classes Begin Jan. 16
91ÊÓƵ will be closed Jan. 15 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. University offices will reopen on Jan. 16, which is also the start of spring classes. Save the date: The university will hold its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 1 in the Kent…
Engineering Professor Wins Farris Family Award for Pursuing Research Into Clean Energy Fuels
Dhruba Panthi, Ph.D., assistant professor of Engineering Technology at 91ÊÓƵ at Tuscarawas, is this year’s winner of the Farris Family Innovation Award. His research focuses on hydrogen fuel because its only byproduct is water, which is harmless to the environment, unlike other fuels that result in carbon dioxide emissions that pose a great environmental threat.
‘Only One Dr. Martin Luther King Comes Along in a Lifetime’
In a "lost" interview, former U.S. Congressman and civil rights leader Louis Stokes shares his thoughts on the role of students in shaping the future, the state of civil rights and his friendship with Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Schwartz Remembered for His Kindness, Leadership and Generosity of Spirit
Kent State’s has been flooded with comments from alumni, former colleagues and friends about Schwartz’s kindness, his work ethic as a leader and educator and his genuine concern for his students.
Happy Birthday, President McGilvrey!
Kent State's founding president was born on Jan. 8, 1867. His tireless dedication to the institution and its students is reflected in innovations that continue to propel 91ÊÓƵ forward today.
Michael Schwartz, Kent State’s Ninth President, Dies at 86
The 91ÊÓƵ community is remembering the legacy of its ninth president, Michael Schwartz, Ph.D., who died on Jan. 2, 2024, following a long illness. He was 86.
IN A FLASH: Views From Karamu
Members of the Fall Class of 2023 participated in the Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados pre-commencement ceremony.
91ÊÓƵPolice Keep Community Safe While Engaging in Peaceful Discourse Â
Kent State's No. 1 priority is the safety of its students, faculty and staff. This has been seen demonstrated over the past few months as the 91ÊÓƵcommunity has held demonstrations related to the Israel-Hamas war and other issues, such as abortion.
President Diacon's Fall 2023 Commencement Speech Urges Graduates to Demonstrate Their Value as They Transition to Careers
91ÊÓƵ President Todd Diacon delivered the Fall 2023 Commencement address and told the graduates to demonstrate their value with patience and gentleness.
IN A FLASH: All Dressed in White
Snowfall earlier this week covered the Kent Campus in a blanket of white.
