University News
Where on the Web? Campus Safety Resources Are a Click Away
"Where On the Web?" is a new series that will introduce possibly unfamiliar pages and features on the ½ÄÏÌåÓý website that students, faculty and staff should know about. Follow along to learn more about the advantages of using www.kent.edu.
Team LeBron Will Play for ½ÄÏÌåÓý State’s I Promise Scholars in 2022 NBA All-Star Game
Team LeBron will be playing for ½ÄÏÌåÓý State’s I Promise Scholars, a program that provides higher education opportunities for underserved students in Northeast Ohio.
½ÄÏÌåÓý State Awarded the Highest Recognition for Research Universities, the Prestigious R1 Carnegie Classification
The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education has awarded ½ÄÏÌåÓý the esteemed R1 status for research, which is the highest recognition that doctoral universities can receive. The prestigious designation affirms ½ÄÏÌåÓý State’s place as an elite research institution and puts the university in the company of universities such as Yale, Harvard and the University of California-Berkeley.
Dedicated and Talented Piano Professor Wins Distinguished Teaching Award
Congratulations to Glauser School of Music piano faculty member Donna Lee, recipient of a 2021 Distinguished Teaching Award (DTA).
½ÄÏÌåÓý State Awarded the Highest Recognition for Research Universities, the Prestigious R1 Carnegie Classification
The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education has awarded ½ÄÏÌåÓý the esteemed R1 status for research, which is the highest recognition that doctoral universities can receive. The prestigious designation affirms ½ÄÏÌåÓý State’s place as an elite research institution and puts the university in the company of universities such as Yale, Harvard and the University of California-Berkeley.
Motivating Trumbull English Professor Wins Outstanding Teaching Award
In addition to encouraging her students to help the community, Ana Wetzl encourages them to excel in their studies. Knowing how far she has come in her career, her story is motivating. Originally from Romania, Wetzl taught herself English at 17 years old. Today, she is an associate professor of English at ½ÄÏÌåÓý at Trumbull with expertise in Applied Linguistics and Composition Studies. Wetzl has earned a 2021 Outstanding Teaching Award for her research, inclusivity, encouragement and above and beyond teaching abilities.
Fortune Ranks ½ÄÏÌåÓý State Online Master of Science in Business Analytics #12 in the Nation
The ½ÄÏÌåÓý Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship’s Online Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) ranks No. 12 in the nation in Fortune’s Best Online Master’s in Business Analytics Programs in 2022.
Sociology Professor’s Compassion and Structure Earns Distinguished Teaching Award
For Katrina Bloch, associate professor in the Department of Sociology at ½ÄÏÌåÓý at Stark, her goal is to help students adopt a sociological lens through an open and honest classroom environment that encourages them to reach their fullest potential. This dedicated mindset is what led her to receive the 2021 Distinguished Teaching Award, which honors an outstanding group of teachers who are committed to their students' success.
10 Questions with Emily Metzgar, Director of the School of Media and Journalism at ½ÄÏÌåÓý
Emily Metzgar became the director of the School of Media and Journalism (MDJ) at ½ÄÏÌåÓý July 1, 2020, in the midst of a pandemic. Metzgar previously served as the director of undergraduate studies of the Media School at Indiana University. Metzgar’s diverse background paired with the insight she has gained from her previous work experiences has guided her in her new role as the MDJ Director. Now more than a year into her role, Metzgar shares with ½ÄÏÌåÓý State Today answers to these 10 questions.
Search for Vice President for Enrollment Management
½ÄÏÌåÓý President Todd Diacon announces the search for Vice President for Enrollment Management to the university community.