Community & Society
Experts Weigh In: Is Eating Late at Night Bad?
After a long day in class, a night out or burning the midnight oil studying or working on projects, students may find themselves grabbing whatever food is available. A recently article says eating within three hours of bedtime may cause heartburn, acid reflux symptoms, obesity and other health risks. But is it really bad to eat late at night?
IN A FLASH: Canine Kisses for a Cause
A Valentine’s Day Puppy Kissing Booth in the Kent Student Center helped ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ students raise funds for an organization that provides service dogs to children and veterans with disabilities.
Heads Up, History Buffs: Most of ¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s Sanborn Maps Are Now in the Public Domain
A treasure trove of historical Ohio maps that ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ University digitized about five years ago has recently become part of the public domain, making them free for anyone to use.
New Location, Same Mission and Exceptional Bargains
¾«¶«Ó°ÒµKSU Surplus Store opened on East Main Street in September of 2023. It recently moved to a new location – on campus in the vacant College of Business Administration Building. ¾«¶«Ó°Òµnew location offers single-floor shopping and easier access for students and faculty.
100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Community
Reflecting on the words of prominent figures in history can present opportunities to discover new perspectives and have important discussions surrounding social issues. This is exactly what happened at the 100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Beloved Community event organized by the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Events Committee.
IN A FLASH: Caring Hands
¾«¶«Ó°ÒµWhite Coat Ceremony marks the beginning of a nursing students clnical rotation and reinforces their commitment to compassionate care.
What Housing Will Your Dollar Get You in Kent?
Every year, thousands of ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ University students navigate the off-campus housing market. As a college town, Kent has no shortage of options. But what should students expect? ¾«¶«Ó°Òµsearch for student housing can be overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. Luckily, ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ Today has done some legwork for you.
Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ
On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ University, which was first established by the student organization Black United Students (BUS) in 1970 and was recognized nationwide by President Gerald Ford in 1976.
It Started Here: ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ to Celebrate 55th Anniversary of Black History Month
¾«¶«Ó°Òµ University will mark the 55th anniversary of Black History Month in February and celebrate its founding by the student organization Black United Students.
IN A FLASH: See YOUR Photo Here!
Anyone can submit a photo for ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ Today's "IN A FLASH" photo feature! Submitted photos should be clear, high-resolution images and have a connection to ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ University.