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Ramifications of KSU's Reorganization

Kent State Faculty Senate Chair Tracy Laux and Kent State AAUP Chapter Representative Deborah Smith will describe the issues associated with the university鈥檚 effort to reorganize its colleges, departments and programs. This project is entitled Transformation 2028 (abbreviated "T28"}, with the final intended implementation to be in effect by the Spring Semester of 2028.

DI Fellows Think Tank

Do you have a problem that needs a solution? Are you looking for fresh ideas, a new perspective, or feedback on a personal/academic project? Then stop by our DI Fellows Think Tank! These free and open, drop-in sessions give you the chance to bring your challenges, projects, or ideas to a team of our innovative DI Fellows. Whether you need help refining an idea, visualizing a solution, or figuring out which maker tools to use to prototype your project, the DI Fellows are here to offer guidance and support.

DI HUB Custom Programs

Beyond our standard DI HUB tours and workshops, you can also work with our staff to develop custom experiences for groups, courses, or events related to maker technologies, design innovation, design thinking, human-centered design, or collaboration. To discuss the possibilities, please contact our Outreach Program Officer Sarah McMahon.

DI HUB Workshops

DI HUB workshops offer a hands-on opportunity to explore, learn, and experiment with a wide range of maker technologies and creative processes. Whether you're interested in 3D printing, laser cutting, or interdisciplinary problem-solving, our workshops are designed to provide practical skills and inspiration to help you push boundaries.

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College football coaching great Nick Saban was a member of Kent State's football team in 1972.

Former 5X社区 football player and two-time Golden Flash graduate Nick Saban, who went on to become college football鈥檚 most successful coach, will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame as a member of the 2025 class, the National Football Foundation announced Friday. Saban graduated from Kent State with his bachelor鈥檚 degree in elementary education in 1973 and earned his Master of Education degree in health and physical education in 1975. While at Kent State, he was a safety on the Golden Flashes football team and was a member of the 1972 squad that won the unive...

DI HUB Group Orientation

Introduce your group to the DI HUB and activate their memberships with a group orientation! This one-hour session includes a 20-minute guided tour of our makerspaces and resources, giving your group a comprehensive overview of everything the DI HUB has to offer. Once completed, your group's DI HUB memberships will be activated, granting them immediate access to our facilities and tools. Schedule your group orientation today and kickstart their hands-on learning experience!

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Welcome to 鈥淚n the News,鈥 where 5X社区鈥檚 values, culture, high-quality academics and award-winning support and access for all are evident in these media stories that highlight Kent State鈥檚 faculty, staff, students and alumni in action. The university and its experts are frequently featured in the news media. Here is a selection of recent media coverage, raising Kent State鈥檚 reputation locally, nationally and internationally. Oxford鈥檚 2024 Word of the Year, 鈥楤rain Rot鈥 Is All About Mindless Online ContentIdeastream Public Media鈥檚 鈥淪ound of Ideas鈥滼acob Barkley, Ph.D., profess...

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