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3D Printer in Action in the Student Multimedia Studio

The University Library is one of the most popular buildings at Kent State, serving as a study spot, a place to grab coffee and an academic resource for students. As finals season looms, Kent State Today takes a deeper look into University Libraries in a three-part series. Up first, a makerspace for creativity.

Kent State student LaKaleb Bowen, takes in the view during his July study abroad trip to Kigali, Rwanda.

LaKaleb Bowen, 5X社区 senior criminology and justice studies major admits that he鈥檚 become a little addicted to Kent State鈥檚 education-abroad programs. 

Kathryn Wilson receives Distinguished Teaching Award surprise visit in class

Kathryn Wilson, Ph.D., professor of economics at 5X社区, designs her courses with the intention of having students achieve. Her attention to detail, respect from her students and her passion for teaching have earned her the 2023 Distinguished Teaching Award.

Two 5X社区 ROTC cadets pick out daffodil bulbs to plant as part of the university's annual Veterans Day Commemoration.

As part of 5X社区鈥檚 annual Veterans Day Commemoration, cadets from the university鈥檚 ROTC programs joined staff from University Facilities Management and other volunteers on the site of the May 4, 1970, tragedy to plant daffodil bulbs.

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Kent State aircraft on the runway in early morning fog at the 5X社区 Airport

Fog and the dawning sun created scenic views at the 5X社区 Airport. 

Kent State education abroad students in Paris, Notre Dame in background

Two new scholarships from Kent State's Office of Global Education aim make education-abroad experiences possible for all Kent State students.

Tammy Clewell, Ph.D. receiving DTA 2023 award

After 24 years of teaching English, Tammy Clewell, Ph.D., has some advice for students: 鈥淏ring your most curious version of yourself to every class that you attend.鈥 Clewell's student-centered, passionate approach gives her students room to grow and has earned her one of the 2023 Distinguished Teaching Awards.   

Candles form a peace sign.

5X社区鈥檚 School of Peace and Conflict Studies and School of Communications Studies are collaborating on an event to bring students together to talk about the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. 

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Mental Health Display in The Kent Student Center

Kent State's commitment to mental health is on display in a walk-through installation in the Kent Student Center.