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Behind The Brain Plaza

'The Brain' Turns 25

An iconic campus landmark that's also a serene oasis of relaxation has been welcoming students on the Kent Campus of ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì for a quarter century. 

Tags: Arts & Culture , Sculpture , Nationally Distinctive , Design at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì , School of Art

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Fashion Show

Graduate Competes in Supima Design Competition

The ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University School of Fashion has a strong legacy of participation in the prestigious Supima Design Competition, which highlights some of the most promising emerging designers in the U.S.

Tags: Arts & Culture , Nationally Distinctive

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Cultural Cafe Turkmenistan

IN A FLASH: Culture, Cuisine and Maybe Even Some Dancing

Each month, the Office of Global Education presents a Cultural Café where members of the ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì community can learn about the history, traditions and cuisine of other countries from ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì's international students.

Tags: Office of Global Education , International Students , Global Reach , Global Presence , Arts & Culture

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2025 Sanabria plays drums at Concert in Ludwig Recital Hall

Bobby Sanabria Brings Rhythm, History and Heart to ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì

As part of ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì’s ongoing 2025-26 Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series, the university hosted seven-time Grammy nominee Bobby Sanabria as a guest artist. He led master classes, rehearsals and lectures focused on music, business and social change.

Tags: Arts & Culture , Community & Society , Nationally Distinctive , Global Reach

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School of Art Student Artwork Sale 2025.

IN A FLASH: Sharing Their Inspirations

As part of the Art Without Limits event, students in the School of Art shared their creations in an art sale.

Tags: College of the Arts , School of Art , Center for the Visual Arts , Arts & Culture , Students First

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Ron Sonedecker Torn movie image

Directing His Destiny: ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Junior Shows Passion Has No Age Limit

While most people his age were settled in their careers, 50-year-old Ron Sonedecker was learning to direct, winning awards and swapping computer code for camera shots. Enrolling at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì in 2023, the junior digital media production major has taken a long journey to get where he feels he belongs. 

Tags: Profiles , Arts & Culture , Students First

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May 4 1970 tear gas

'ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Was Larger Than Life'

A new film installation by artist Naeem Mohaiemen is attracting international attention for its exploration of the events of May 4, 1970, at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University, and their lasting influence on American political and cultural identity.

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Jaden Millin, a sophomore dance major from Akron, Ohio, performs in the Pledge.

Poetry in Motion: Performance Links Movement, Creativity and Verse

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University’s School of Theatre and Dance, Wick Poetry Center and Brain Health Research Institute joined forces for an Oct. 1 dance performance that set poetry to motion.

Tags: Research & Science , Arts & Culture , Nationally Distinctive , Student Life

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Marcus Lehto, co-creator of the iconic Halo series

ToddCast: Halo Co-Creator Marcus Lehto

In this episode of the ToddCast, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University President Todd Diacon interviews Marcus Lehto, co-creator of the iconic Halo video game franchise. 

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"Kentucky" ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì School of Theatre and Dance

IN A FLASH: "Kentucky" At ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì

  In "Kentucky," an older sister living in New York City travels back to her family in Kentucky to try to stop her younger sister's wedding.   This unique coming-of-age story touches on themes of identity, religion and love.   "Kentucky," directed by Courtney …

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