Community Impact
'They can do anything and be anything'
As a spouse, a mother and a member of ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½'s LGBTQ+ community, Meghan Schwind shares her thoughts for Women's History Month on challenges women face and her hopes for rising generations of women.
‘Say Yes to Everything’
As part of Women's History Month, the director of ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ New York City Fashion shares her experience and offers advice that's both practical and empowering for women looking to break into the fashion industry.
IN A FLASH: Dressing up for Downs
Dress Up for Downs, a ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ student organization recently held its 8th annual fashion show fundraiser . The event, themed "Hollywood Heroes," featured a runway show with designs by ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ fashion design students and raised over $3000 for the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio.
Lecture Hall, Event Space, or Night Sky?
Did you know we have a planetarium? Well, we do. Smith Hall at ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ is home to this versatile room that can be used for classes, events and can even replicate an easier-to-see version of the night sky.
Parkland Survivor David Hogg Discusses Activism, Voting and May 4 During ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Talk
Parkland survivor David Hogg brought his message of activism and voter participation to ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ with his talk March 14 in the Kent Student Center Kiva.
‘Tying’ the Community Together
Wellness goes beyond what’s on your plate or how many steps you take in a day. Wellness is holistic and includes how we feel and how we view our place in our communities. With that in mind, ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½'s Employee Wellness invited staff to an open-house Service Day in Heer Hall on Tuesday, Mar. 2, to support the local community.
Flash Friday: Jordan Decatur
Meet Jordan, senior sociology major and wrestler from Akron, who is helping youth on and off the mat, bringing mentorship and new skill sets to the children of East Cleveland.
IN A FLASH: Crawford Hall Set to Open in August
The future home of the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship continues to take shape on E. Main Street.
ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Fills Need for Addiction Counselors in Ohio
ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s College of Public Health has taken steps to put more addiction counselors to work in Ohio.
IN A FLASH: Mobile Flashes Roll Out!
A mobile unit from ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½'s College of Public Health is providing education, screening and wellness services to the community.