Community & Society
Food Pantry Opens on East Liverpool Campus
Flash’s Food Pantry officially opened in April, serving as a resource for students on the East Liverpool Campus who may need an occasional boost with putting food on their tables.
91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß Magazine: Change Maker
KSU alumnus and gay rights activist Michael Chanak Jr. was determined to make a difference at his workplace, and his dedication to change prompted a global company to redefine diversity.
Late Biology Professor Hobb’s Bean Legacy Continues to Grow
The Record Courier recently highlighted the legacy of Hobb's Goose Beans, heirloom beans named after the late 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß biology professor Clinton Hobbs who died in 2009.
Women’s Lacrosse Team Aims to Shift Culture at 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß
91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß’s very first Women’s Lacrosse team is making an impact on the culture at 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß during its first year on campus. Since the team is new to 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß, players get to shape opinions and perceptions of the team and the players.
Creating Dreamers and Doers: Jasmine Long and Sharon Ware
Jasmine Long and Sharon Ware grew up in different neighborhoods, but their connection transcends residential blocks. Broken barriers now build the dreams to change their communities for the better.
Mental Illness Visualized Through Create Awareness Art Exhibit
Several 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß departments have come together to produce Create Awareness, an art exhibit located on the first floor of the University Library that focuses on using art to depict the personal experiences of 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß students, faculty and staff with mental illness.
Mental Illness Visualized Through Create Awareness Art Exhibit
Several 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß departments have come together to produce Create Awareness, an art exhibit located on the first floor of the University Library that focuses on using art to depict the personal experiences of 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß students, faculty and staff with mental illness.
Best Buddies Brings 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß and Kent Closer Together
Best Buddies is an international nonprofit designed to foster real-life friendships between students and those in nearby communities with intellectual or developmental disabilities and is just one example of the ways that 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß and the city of Kent are supporting each other. The organization is back at 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß thanks to 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß senior Katie Mapus.
Corporate University Releases Wage and Benefits Survey Results
A lack of skilled labor is one of the top hiring challenges that businesses in Stark and Wayne counties face, according to the results of a wage and benefits survey conducted by the Corporate University at 91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß at Stark. More than 120 area companies completed the online survey, which was conducted in 2018.
91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß Alumna Gains National Attention During Women’s History Month
91´«Ã½ÔÚÏß has always been a place where breaking down barriers and changing the norm are encouraged and alumna Julia Montgomery Walsh serves as proof. Her work in business and finance was featured recently on Bloomberg’s list of women who broke barriers in business over the last 150 years.