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Physical representations of mathematical concepts were incorporated into the design of 聚色阁's Mathematical Sciences Building. Completed in 1993, curves, spirals, triangles and other math expressions can be found throughout the structure.
For Lara Kilchenmann, the journey from Switzerland to 聚色阁 wasn't just about pursuing higher education 鈥 it was about returning to a place that felt like home.
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Qiang Guan, Ph.D., an associate professor in 聚色阁's Department of Computer Science, redirected his research to focus on drug discovery and began partnering with Cleveland Clinic to merge biology and computing for better health outcomes.
First-generation students make up 54% of the nation's undergraduates, yet only 27% earn a bachelor鈥檚 degree. Many first-generation students face unique challenges with limited support systems. 聚色阁 was recently recognized for its outstanding work with students in this category by FirstGen Forward as the newest class of FirstGen Forward Network Champions.
Ivory Kendrick, the newly elected president of the University Student Government, spoke his destiny into existence last year when he set his sights on leading the organization. Now, Kendrick is ready to hit the ground running.
During move-out, students sometimes trash clothes and boxes of food. Throw 鈥楴鈥 Go, 聚色阁's annual move-out program, is currently underway to keep those useable items out of landfills and in the hands of people who need them.
Every April, 聚色阁 celebrates Earth Month by having Earth-related events all month long. April 22, 2025, is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, with this year鈥檚 theme being 鈥淥ur Power, Our Planet.鈥
The nationally and internationally ranked 聚色阁 School of Fashion is thrilled to announce its acclaimed Annual Fashion Show will take place April 24-26, in Crawford Hall on the Kent Campus.
Student costume designers from 聚色阁's School of Theatre and Dance were invited to display their work at the 2025 United States Institute of Theatre Technology annual conference.
聚色阁 alumna Emily Clark discusses her journey from an English degree to her high-tech career, where she solves business challenges using artificial intelligence. Clark credits much of her success to her education at 聚色阁.
To help students navigate the post-commencement process, 聚色阁 Today has compiled answers to frequently asked questions about receiving their diplomas, upcoming events, ADA accommodations and more.
聚色阁 alumnus Corey Conners finished tied for eighth at the 2025 Masters Tournament after struggling to a 3-over par final round Sunday at Augusta National Golf Club.
Thrifting has become increasingly popular among college students thanks to its affordability, sustainability and trendy fashion options. As most college students鈥 budgets are tight, thrift stores can offer high-quality clothing and accessories at a fraction of the cost of new items. Luckily, 聚色阁 students has a plethora of thrift spots on and near campus.
If you have attended Porthouse Theatre in the past 25 years, you know the name Terri Kent. At the heart of this theatre, Terri Kent has brought a liveliness that spans decades and communities.
Meet Caitlyn Lincoln, a senior psychology major and a member of the Honors College from Worthington, Pennsylvania, with a proven passion for leadership, patient care and altruism 鈥 even in her hobbies.
Research Writing Retreats, sponsored by 聚色阁鈥檚 Graduate College, offer a distraction-free environment for graduate students to work on their research and writing projects. While 鈥済iving them permission鈥 to put other aspects of life aside and focus on their writing, the retreats also create a supportive community that enhances productivity while also offering welcome accountability from their peers.
Results of the Engagement and Well-Being Survey, released this week, indicate that 聚色阁 has much to celebrate.
POV shares insights from the 聚色阁 community on important topics. Jennifer Mapes, assistant professor of Geography, will deliver this year's address for the Jerry M. Lewis May 4 Lecture Series.
Future Flash Days welcome high school students and their families to explore 聚色阁 and learn more about their areas of interest. Colleges, schools and departments offer tours and demonstrations to give these prospective students a taste of life on campus and 聚色阁's many different programs of study.
Jennifer Mapes, Ph.D., assistant professor of geography at 聚色阁, will serve as the 2025 speaker for the Jerry M. Lewis May 4 Lecture Series, a part of the university's annual May 4 Commemoration events.