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Steve Sefner, local author and former ѿappsports announcer, at the ѿappbookstore

Steve Sefner, local author and former ѿappsports announcer, appeared at the ѿappBookstore on Oct. 1 to promote his 2022 book recounting the tale of the 2001-2002 ѿappmen’s basketball season.

Brenna Parker From ѿappto the White House And Back

The School of Media and Journalism hosted Brenna Parker, digital director for Vice President Kamala Harris, for refreshments and a discussion with Parker about her journey at ѿappand beyond.

Bobby Selvaggio

Bobby Selvaggio, associate professor in the School of Music and director of the jazz studies program, has a storied musical resume. But what he is most proud of are the lessons he can pass on to his students.

Professor Scott Hallgren Conducting Orchestra for Score of Local Film

Scott Hallgren, associate professor in the School of Media and Journalism, teaches several classes in digital media production with a focus on sound in picture. He recently showcased his skills outside the classroom by composing the score for a local short film while also releasing his first book.

Sara Bayramzadeh's Health Care Design Concept

A substantial amount of time and effort goes into the design of health care environments. In an emergency department, you need optimal conditions to save lives. The Center for Health and Design has awarded Sara Bayramzadeh, assistant professor and Elliot Professor in Health Care Design, the Touchstone Award – Gold Category for conceptual design.

A Cat and a Dog Lay Lazily

Owning a pet can tell marketers all they need to know about your buying tendencies. In a new study, Lei Jia, assistant professor of marketing and entrepreneurship at Kent State, found that pet ownership can influence and predict consumer behavior. 

ѿappHonored as a Military Spouse Friendly School

Kent State’s support for its military-connected community continues to embody leadership and inclusivity as the Kent Campus has been named an official 2022-2023 Military Spouse Friendly® School by Viqtory. Out of 1,800 participating schools, ѿappwas one of 665 to receive the Military Friendly School designation in March, and the university is now one of 346 institutions to earn the Military Spouse Friendly School recognition. 

Alumnus Lloyd De Vos Welcomed to the Podium on Constitution Day

In celebration of the Constitution Day, New York attorney and ѿappalumnus Lloyd De Vos spoke on the U.S. Constitution’s impact on our government and discussed his personal experience arguing a case before the U.S. Supreme Court. 

Can of ѿappGolden Lager, arial view of Dix Stadium and Sibling Revelry Brewing logo.

Alumni brewers at Sibling Revelry Brewing have created ѿappGolden Lager - the official craft beer of ѿappAthletics. 

ѿappUniversity faculty members smile and wave rally towels overhead as they cross the court floor at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation (MAC) Center during the university’s 2022 Convocation.

ѿappUniversity is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to a recent survey. For the 11th time, ѿapphas been named a “Great College to Work For,” which recognizes the colleges that get top ratings from their employees regarding workplace practices and policies.