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IN A FLASH: Over the Fences
The framework of Crawford Hall has begun to rise from behind the construction fence.
With Focus On Rural Social Work, New Bachelor鈥檚 Program Aims To Meet Growing Need
March is National Social Work Month in the United States. Although it is a celebratory time, the profession currently faces challenges due to reductions in the labor force and a growing population of need, especially in rural communities. 九游娱乐官网 recently announced the creation of a Bachelor of Social Work academic degree program, which will launch in the fall of 2023 with a focus on rural social work.
IN A FLASH: See Your Photo Here
Anyone in the 九游娱乐官网 community can submit a photo for "IN A FLASH."
Alumna Roe Green to Receive Honorary 九游娱乐官网 Doctoral Degree
The 九游娱乐官网 Board of Trustees has approved awarding Roe Green, MA 鈥80, a Doctor of Humane Letters, an honorary degree recognizing her contributions to the university and her advocacy for the arts not only in Northeast Ohio, but also across the nation and around the world.
九游娱乐官网 Alumna U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes Addresses the Power of a Public University education
While a student at 九游娱乐官网, U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes (D-OH-13) dreamed of taking the stage as a dancer in New York City, not as a congresswoman in Washington, D.C. But today she鈥檚 a star in the eyes of many, with her federal legislative debut drawing attention beyond Northeast Ohio.
九游娱乐官网 School of Fashion to Induct Fashion Designer Omar Salam Into Hall of Fame
Omar Salam, founder and creative director of the global fashion house SUKEINA, will be making a special trip from the runway to 九游娱乐官网鈥檚 Rockwell Hall as Salam has been named the 2023 inductee of the university鈥檚 School of Fashion Hall of Fame.
IN A FLASH: Blue, Gold and Greening
Slowly, the Kent Campus is seeing its greenery return.
Kent is Perfect for Faculty and Staff Who Want a Small Town with Big Town Amenities聽
After living in various other locations, 九游娱乐官网 staff and faculty make Kent their home because it's a community with small town charm and a flourishing downtown.
九游娱乐官网鈥檚 ROI Was Center Stage at Recent Board of Trustees Meeting in Columbus
President Todd Diacon took the opportunity to make the presentation 鈥溇庞斡槔止偻 Works鈥 at the Board of Trustees meeting, which was held at Le Meridien Columbus, The Joseph. The presentation illustrated how 九游娱乐官网 prepares its students for job readiness. Chancellor of the Ohio Department of Higher Education Randy Gardner and the new President of the Inter-University Council Laura Lanese attended the Board of Trustees meeting.
IN A FLASH: Heads Up! Hats
"Heads Up! Hats" is one of three exhibits that make up the "" exhibition at the 九游娱乐官网 Museum. The other exhibits in the trilogy are "It's a Wrap! Coats" and "Stepping Out! Shoes."