Community Impact

Alumna Digs Up Dream Job at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Have you ever seen a ? Do you know what a is? Well, thanks to alumna Hailey Majewski you can see 3D images of both of these items and many more through the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.

IN A FLASH: "These Hands Will Deliver Compassion"
¹ú²úÂ×Àí's ABSN program offers students who already hold one degree a path to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Sport Administration Junior Shares Bond With Mentor
Mentors can make a tremendous impact in the lives of their mentees. Just ask Jamir Kennedy.

Brains on Tap: Researchers Head to Brewery for Parkinson’s Talk
Grab a cold one, pull up a chair and learn about brain health research in a relaxed format – that’s the idea behind Brains on Tap, a series of discussions hosted by ¹ú²úÂ×Àí’s Brain Health Research Institute and other partners.

Fly the Flag! City of Kent Seeks Input on New Flag Designs
In June 2022, the city of Kent formed a flag committee to choose the new design for the city’s official flag. Of the 68 unique designs submitted by community members, the final choices have been narrowed down to three, and the city wants your input.

Women of the House: Betty Sutton and Emilia Sykes
In 2006, Betty Sutton became the first ¹ú²úÂ×Àí alumna to serve in the U.S. Congress, when she was elected to represent Ohio’s 13th District in the House of Representatives. Sixteen years later, ¹ú²úÂ×Àí alumna Emilia Sykes, a native of Akron, Ohio, was elected to represent the same district, making her the first Black ¹ú²úÂ×Àí alum to serve in the House of Representatives.

Looking Into the Future of Technology at ¹ú²úÂ×Àí
In today’s world, technology is essential, and the demand for technological advancements is ever-growing. ¹ú²úÂ×Àí is no exception.

Psych! Getting Schooled by the Skoolies
The Skoolies, inspired by the bands of the 80s and onward, kicked off their career at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through socially distanced jam sessions, this band of university professors produced their debut album, Darker Rhymes.

IN A FLASH: Leveling Up
¹ú²úÂ×Àí at Stark offers unique learning experiences for students.

Dr. Spake Reads Dr. Seuss
The ¹ú²úÂ×Àí Bookstore celebrated "Dr. Seuss Day" on Thursday.