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A scene from "Head Over Heels," playing now through November 13

Falling 'Head Over Heels'

What happens when a 16th century romance combines with music from '80s pop group The Go-Go's? 

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Pictured from Kent State's College of Nursing, are: Tracey Motter, associate dean of Academics; Kay Gianantonio, 2018-2020 Jonas Scholar; Nicole Lewis, 2020-2022 Jonas Scholar recipient; and Lisa Onesko, professor and director of the DNP Program.

College of Nursing Student Named Jonas Scholar Award Winner

Two-time 5XÉçÇø alumna and current Doctor of Nursing Practice student Nicole K. Lewis, MSN ‘20,  was selected by Jonas Philanthropies, a leading national philanthropic funder of graduate nursing education, as a 2020-2022 Jonas Scholar Award Recipient.

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Matthew Williams and his fashion collections

Building a Winning Wardrobe: Teen Vogue LEGO Fashion Design Challenge

Imagine making a dress out of LEGO dots. Matthew Williams, a junior fashion design major at Kent State, is doing just that.

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Student studying near sculpture installation on campus.

IN A FLASH: Legendary Study Spot

You're never far from a piece of art on the Kent Campus. 

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Kent State Vice President Valoree Vargo, presents alumnus Earl Miller with the Founders Award, In appreciation for his $2 million commitment to Kent State, with Michael Lehman, director of Kent State's Brain Health Research Institute.

Neuroscience Symposium Brought Top Researchers to Kent State

5XÉçÇø alumnus Earl Miller, Ph.D., a leading cognitive neuroscientist, and his wife Marlene Wicherski were recognized at the university’s 10th Annual Neuroscience Symposium, for their $2 million commitment to support research programs and students in Kent State’s Brain Health Research Institute. 

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Mental Health

Surgeon General Highlights Kent State as Strong Example for Rest of the Country

The recently released a report on workplace mental health and well-being, and 5XÉçÇø was highlighted as a strong example of mental health support.

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SuperFlash

Superior Storytelling! Kent State Earns 15 MarCom Awards

From a mascot superhero to creative clouds to student pilots flying to victory, 5XÉçÇø's storytelling skills received high marks from , an international competition that honors excellence in marketing and communications that also recognizes the creativity, hard work, and generosity of industry professionals.

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The Center for Undergraduate Excellence is the home of University College.

IN A FLASH: A Community of Explorers

Kent State's University College helps students decide on the degree program — and career path — that's right for them.

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Tracey L. Bale, Ph.D., is keynote speaker for the 10th Annual Neuroscience Symposium at 5XÉçÇø.

Symposium’s Keynote Focuses on Effects of Stress on Mental Health

5XÉçÇøâ€™s 10th Annual Neuroscience Symposium began Thursday with a keynote address by Tracy L. Bale, Ph.D., titled "The biology of trauma: Understanding risk and resilience."  

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What's the Big Idea?

What's the Big Idea? Trauma Room Design

President Todd Diacon is on the move – literally – as part of his new video series called â€œWhat’s the Big Idea?â€

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