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Nursing White Coat Ceremony 2025

IN A FLASH: Caring Hands

The White Coat Ceremony marks the beginning of a nursing students clnical rotation and reinforces their commitment to compassionate care. 

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What Housing Will Your Dollar Get You in Kent?

Every year, thousands of ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University students navigate the off-campus housing market. As a college town, Kent has no shortage of options. But what should students expect? The search for student housing can be overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. Luckily, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Today has done some legwork for you.  

Tags: Community & Society, Student Life, Students First

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55th Anniversary Black History Month

Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì

On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University, which was first established by the student organization Black United Students (BUS) in 1970 and was recognized nationwide by President Gerald Ford in 1976. 

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Black History Month 2025

It Started Here: ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì to Celebrate 55th Anniversary of Black History Month

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University will mark the 55th anniversary of Black History Month in February and celebrate its founding by the student organization Black United Students.

Tags: Student Life, Community & Society, Nationally Distinctive, Community Impact

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Call for Photos - Sculpture

IN A FLASH: See YOUR Photo Here!

Anyone can submit a photo for ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Today's "IN A FLASH" photo feature! Submitted photos should be clear, high-resolution images and have a connection to ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University. 

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Grace Puin

Student Makes History Leading Parkinson's Speech Therapy

Grace Puin excels at getting Parkinsons patients to speak and swallow with intent. She’s so good in fact that Parkinson Voice Project, a nonprofit organization that helps people with Parkinson’s all over the world, invited her to host one of its online SPEAK OUT! Home Practice Sessions.

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Kent Roosevelt Chemistry Visit

IN A FLASH: Kent Roosevelt Visits Campus

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry welcomed students from Kent Roosevelt High School for a day of information sessions, demonstrations and tours of the university's state-of-the-art learning spaces. 

Tags: Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Community & Society, Community Impact, High School Students

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Police on bikes patrol campus during the 2024 Eclipse

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Police: Credibility and Consistency Are ‘Part of Our DNA’

The ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Police Department received its 10th consecutive reaccreditation in November 2024 after consistently exceeding the standards set by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, a third-party accreditation agency. 

Tags: Community & Society, Nationally Distinctive, University News

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Blast Off 2024

Take a Fresh Look at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Student Organizations on Jan. 17

Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì’s Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university’s 350+ student organizations.

Tags: Center for Student Involvement, Student Organizations, Students First, Community & Society, Student Life

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Bridging Communities: ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì to Host 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference

When cities and universities work together, incredible things can happen. Like any good partnership, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University and the city of Kent have spent years building and strengthening their relationship, and it has paid off. ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì will host the 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference.

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