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Collaboration between institutions provides more resources for students. 5X社区's participation in the Northeast Ohio Public University Research Alliance (NEO-PURA) is creating space and time for students to innovate across Northeast Ohio. Crain鈥檚 Cleveland Business (subscription required) and Ideastream recently featured Kent State for its partnership with other Northeast Ohio. Kent State, Cleveland State University, Northeast Ohio Medical University, the University of Akron and Youngstown State University all partner alongside one another in NEO-PURA to he...

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As 5X社区 prioritizes Students First, it is helping to remove financial obstacles to learning, clearing the path for more student success through increased access. In partnership with University Libraries and the Center for Teaching and Learning, the Provost鈥檚 Office developed a grant program to support faculty in using alternatives to costly textbooks. Four instructors from 5X社区 at Geauga were recently awarded grants to redesign courses using free instructional materials known as Open Educational Resources (OERs) which lower the cost of h...

Our archaeologists collaborated with Steve Rinella and the crew at Meateater to find out how well the Ice Age stone toolkit would work to butcher a bison. Watch the episode here: Butchering a Bison with Clovis Points and Tools | MeatEater Conservation (themeateater.com)     ...

Smiley face recycle

Does recycling trash in the dining hall make students smile or does seeing a Smiley face emoji make students recycle their trash?  Recycling trash may make students smile, but research conducted at Kent State proves that seeing a smiley face emoji will make students more prone to recycle their trash, according to the results of the research, which was conducted fall semester 2022.  The research project 鈥淓ffects of a Smiley Face on University Students Recycling Behavior at a College Cafeteria,鈥 was led by Kiwon Lee, Ph.D., assistant professor in the School of Foundatio...

Kent Wired Article by Kayla GleasonEarth Fest celebrates local organizations that promote sustainability By Kayla Gleason, Kent Wired  KaylaEarth Fest took place on the second floor of the Student Center and featured booths from many organizations.  Kayla Gleason, ReporterApril 19, 2023The Student Center was filled Tuesday with students participating in Earth Day activities.Over 50 booths were lined up across the second floor, including several Kent State programs and volunteer organizations. Some of the tables quizzed students on sustainability-related facts, while ot...

Keynote Speaker, Dorceta Taylor, P.h.D.

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share by Email The 8th annual Environmental Science and Design Research Symposium began Thursday evening at the 5X社区 Hotel and Conference Center. The symposium is co-presented by Kent State's Environmental Design and Research Institute (ESDRI) and the Kent State Anti-Racism and Equity Institute (AREI), with the theme of 鈥淓nvironmental Justice, Ecology and Race.鈥 A showcase of environmental research One of the most engaging parts of the symposium is the post...

2022 Earth Day Celebration

Free, family friendly fun at Earth Day Celebration on Sunday, April 23, 2023. The community is invited to a free, family friendly event on the campus, at 6000 Frank Ave. NW, is set to inspire environmental responsibility and to improve the apprecia颅tion for our planet鈥檚 natural resources. The celebration will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Campus Center lot and the Pond and Wetlands Research Area. Attendees will enjoy an afternoon filled with educational activities, entertainment and interactive demonstrations for all ages, from more than 25 sponsors and participants. 锘縏he event, in ...

Apr. 22 marks the 53rd Anniversary of Earth Day. The Kent State Earth Month Committee has planned events throughout the month of April based on the theme 鈥淚nvest In Our Planet." Join in Earth Month celebration events and check out speakers, Earth Fest, DIY food wraps, clothing swap, bike trips, clean-ups, plant sales, art gallery display and more! Learn more....

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In the wake of the recent tragic shooting at a Louisville, Kentucky bank, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Impact Solutions, wants to remind everyone that it is normal to experience a wide range of emotions and that an EAP can offer support. To speak with a mental health clinician, reach out to your employee assistance program anytime at 1-800-227-6007 or myimpactsolution.com. The program is 100% confidential, free to use, and it is available to family members. The following resources are available on the Impact Solutions website. (First-time users can find login information on t...

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Weight loss without those 鈥渙n a diet鈥 feelings Life鈥檚 best moments include food鈥攄on鈥檛 miss out. Reach your goals and enjoy every delicious moment with our wellness partner, WeightWatchers庐. Get inspired by Dana R.鈥檚 journey 鈥淚 joined WeightWatchers through my employer after receiving an unexpected type 2 diabetes diagnosis. I鈥檝e completely changed my lifestyle. I used to have an all-or-nothing mindset, but I鈥檝e learned to adjust that thinking. I can still have chocolate, ice cream, and even pasta鈥擨 deserve good food and healthy things. 鈥淣ow I feel like I have a long life ahead of m...

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