The ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Museum's new Pathfinders exhibit brings together recent work of six creatives, all alumni of ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø's School of Fashion, whom are defining their own pathways amidst the everchanging industry of fashion, social media, and design.
Kent, OH – The nationally and internationally ranked ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø School of Fashion is thrilled to announce the return of its acclaimed in-person Fashion Show, April 28-30, 2022, in Rockwell Hall on the Kent Campus. The presenting sponsor of the 2022 show is renowned American department store, Dillard’s Inc. Dillard’s is a long-time supporter of the School of Fashion, and the Dillard family was inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame in 2019. The Annual Fashion Show isn't just any fashion show – it's the Kent State Fashion Show. On view for all to see will be the exceptional wo...
The Great Colleges to Work For survey is being distributed to a random selection of our employees and faculty members, meaning you may or may not be chosen to provide feedback. If you receive an invitation, we welcome and encourage you to participate and share your honest viewpoints, as a high response rate helps ensure an accurate representation of our community. We thank everyone who participated last year. Please note that the survey, which runs through April 1, is voluntary and completely confidential. Our institution cannot trace results back to individuals. ModernThink LLC, an in...
Appreciating and caring for what we have starts with challenging our negative perceptions and cultivating a positive mindset. We often hear people being described as positive or negative. However, the truth is that a positive mindset is a choice that we make every moment, not an innate trait. Although it is challenging, you have the power to change your attitude, and committing to this change can lead you to a happier, more successful life. Employee Wellness is here to help you discover strategies to cultivate a positive mindset, such as helping in your community, adopting a regular gratitu...
ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø’s Anti-Racism and Equity Institute invites the university and community members to attend An Evening with Roxane Gay on Tues., April 26, at 5 p.m. in the Kent State Student Center Ballroom. This is the first public program offered by the Anti-Racism and Equity Institute. This event is free and open to the public. Details on tickets for the event will be shared in early April. Roxane Gay is an author and cultural critic. Her work has garnered international acclaim for its reflective, no-holds-barred exploration of feminism and social criticism. He...
The 2022 Graduate Research Symposium showcases graduate student research and will feature oral presentations from graduate students on Thursday. Following the presentations on Friday will be the Awards Ceremony where the award winners for poster and oral presenters in each category will be announced, in addition to honoring award recipients and student leaders with the Division of Graduate Studies and Graduate Student Senate.
The 2022 Graduate Research Symposium showcases graduate student research and will feature oral presentations from graduate students on Thursday. Following the presentations on Friday will be the Awards Ceremony where the award winners for poster and oral presenters in each category will be announced, in addition to honoring award recipients and student leaders with the Division of Graduate Studies and Graduate Student Senate.
Kent State Florence will present Metavers-Utility: Is the Digital World the Last Fantasy or the New Reality, a conference focused on the intersection of fashion and online gaming, on April 7, 2022. The in-person event will be streamed live on YouTube. Metavers-Utility: Is the Digital World the Last Fantasy or the New Reality A conference focused on the intersection of fashion and the world of online gaming. Online gaming as a marketing platform has already attracted many brands: we are discovering what "avatars" and "skins" are, but also what possibilities Augmented and...
The Ohio Attorney General recently announced ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø and its College of Applied and Technical Studies (CATS) joins four other regional partners to form "OPOTA Close to Home," a collaboration that extends the reach of Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) training for Ohio's law enforcement officers. According to an Ohio Attorney General press release, OPOTA Close to Home reduces costs for law enforcement agencies, enabling them to avoid staffing shortages and reduce costs of overnight stays. Regional training partners will schedule and prov...
