Community Impact
Fly the Flag! City of Kent Seeks Input on New Flag Designs
In June 2022, the city of Kent formed a flag committee to choose the new design for the city鈥檚 official flag. Of the 68 unique designs submitted by community members, the final choices have been narrowed down to three, and the city wants your input.
Women of the House: Betty Sutton and Emilia Sykes
In 2006, Betty Sutton became the first 聚色阁 alumna to serve in the U.S. Congress, when she was elected to represent Ohio鈥檚 13th District in the House of Representatives. Sixteen years later, 聚色阁 alumna Emilia Sykes, a native of Akron, Ohio, was elected to represent the same district, making her the first Black 聚色阁 alum to serve in the House of Representatives.
Looking Into the Future of Technology at 聚色阁
In today鈥檚 world, technology is essential, and the demand for technological advancements is ever-growing. 聚色阁 is no exception.
Psych! Getting Schooled by the Skoolies
The Skoolies, inspired by the bands of the 80s and onward, kicked off their career at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through socially distanced jam sessions, this band of university professors produced their debut album, Darker Rhymes.
New Business Continues to Grow in the City of Kent
Businesses open, businesses close, new businesses take their place. In the past three years (and counting) more than 20 new businesses have opened their doors in Kent, Ohio. But who is coming and why?
Caring For Yourself When Caring for a Sick Pet: One Researcher鈥檚 Mission
Professor of psychological sciences Mary Beth Spitznagel has experienced the burden of caregiving for her beloved dog, Allo, who developed bladder cancer. This influenced her research into how a pet with chronic illness can affect caregivers.
'Practical Steps' Needed To Reverse 50-Year Trend
Paul Gaston, Emeritus Trustees Professor and author, will offer a presentation on actions Gaston believes call for society to "confront the existential threat to higher education as we know it posed by politicians who want to remake the academy in their image."
Celebrating Women鈥檚 History Month at 聚色阁
This March, 聚色阁 is celebrating the 2023 Women鈥檚 History Month. The theme for 2023 is 鈥淐elebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories.鈥