Success Story

The Future of Fuel Cells
The basic concept of a fuel cell is simple – it converts chemical energy into electricity. To hear ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Assistant Professor Yanhai Du, Ph.D., in the College of Applied Engineering, Sustainability and Technology tell it, however, the impact of modern and emerging fuel cell technol…
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2016 Journalism Grad Wins Student Murrow Award for Video Excellence
Vivian Feke, a recent graduate of ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ who studied broadcast journalism in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, is the winner of the 2016 Student Edward R. Murrow Overall Excellence Award for video.
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Scholar Makes Contributions to Podiatric Medicine Education
Scholar of the Month Lawrence Osher Professor College of Podiatric Medicine 1982-present An accomplished doctor and academic, a highly regarded colleague and educator, the June 2016 Scholar of the Month is Dr. Lawrence Osher of ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s College of Podiatric Medicine, a decision…
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ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s Tradition of Athletic Success Continues
ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s tradition of athletic success was on full display in early June, earning a national player of the year, a national assistant coach of the year and an honor for excellence throughout its 10 women’s sports. ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ baseball pitcher Eric Lauer earned two significant awards a…
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ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Holds Grand Opening for Its New Center for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ celebrated the grand opening of its new Center for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, located at 350 S. Lincoln St. in Kent, Ohio, on June 3. The event, was free and open to the public. The building houses nearly 100 employees from its Division of Institutional Ad…
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64 Golden Flashes Receive Diplomas in Spring 2016
ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Athletes Shatter Record for Highest GPA in Program History The 2016 ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Golden Flashes have shattered the record for the highest annual grade point average (GPA) in program history. They also broke the record for the most students with a perfect 4.0. Collecti…
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Eagle Scout Training Helps ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Student Save a Life
ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ freshman Josh Paulin is not only a good student, but an exemplary citizen. On March 13, 2016, Paulin saved a man’s life, and now ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s Department of Public Safety is honoring Paulin for his heroic acts. It all started while he was waiting at…
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ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Holds Spring Commencement Ceremonies on May 13, 14 and 20
ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ held its Spring 2016 Commencement ceremonies for the Kent Campus on Friday, May 13, and Saturday, May 14, at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation (MAC) Center. The final ceremony will be held Friday, May 20, at Cartwright Hall. ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ will confer 4,210 degre…
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Library Provides Stress-Free Zone for Finals Week
The Stress-Free Zone returns to the ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Library on Monday, May 9, and Tuesday, May 10, from 3 - 5 p.m. to give students a break from studying for finals. The much-loved Dogs on Campus Pet Therapy Program® will be back once again, and snacks and beverages will be provided. Karen …
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ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Celebrates Grand Opening of New Center for the Visual Arts
The Center for the Visual Arts, the new home of ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s School of Art, celebrated its grand opening on May 6. The festivities began with a short program, immediately followed by building tours, live entertainment, student exhibitions and refreshments. Concluding the grand opening …
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