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Kent State to Hold Virtual Commencement for Spring Graduates

Âé¶¹¹û¶³ today announced that it will recognize the accomplishments of its Spring Class of 2020 with a virtual commencement recognition ceremony taking place on the originally scheduled commencement date.

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Kent State Board of Trustees Approves Special Graduate Surcharge Rate for Non-Ohio Residents

Non-Ohio students now have a new incentive to stay in Ohio for graduate school. During a special meeting conducted electronically Thursday, the Âé¶¹¹û¶³ Board of Trustees approved the near elimination of the additional charge for out-of-state tuition for new graduate students who have earned an undergraduate degree from an Ohio institution of higher education.

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We Haven't Hit the Peak Yet - Dr. Tara Smith Discusses What's Ahead for COVID-19

Tara C. Smith, Ph.D., a professor of epidemiology from Kent State's College of Public Health, discussed the fight to stop the spread of COVID-19 and what's ahead for our state and country during a recent conversation on Facebook Live. 

Tags: University News, College of Public Health, COVID-19, COVID-19 HUB

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Kent State Intends to Offer In-State Tuition for Graduate Programs to Out-of-State Residents

Out-of-state residents who have earned a bachelor’s degree in Ohio will soon be able to save on tuition for graduate programs at Âé¶¹¹û¶³ thanks to a new in-state tuition option offered by the university.

Tags: University News, Division of Graduate Studies, Graduate Program, alumni-news

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Risman Plaza, close in proximity to the Kent Student Center and University Library, is a popular hangout spot.

Tankersley, Hylton Discuss Ways Students Can Be Successful and Stay Connected During Remote Learning

Kent State Interim Senior Vice President and Provost Melody Tankersley, Ph.D., and Interim Vice President for Student Affairs Lamar R. Hylton, Ph.D., discussed ways that students can make the most of remote classes while still benefiting from student services during a recent appearance on Facebook Live. Both answered live questions and discussed such areas as summer class schedules, support for struggling students and staying healthy.

Tags: University News, Office of the Provost, Division of Student Life

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Represent Kent State With Virtual Video Call Backgrounds

While Kent State faculty, staff, students and alumni are working and learning from home, they can show their #FlashesForever spirit during video calls.

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A Âé¶¹¹û¶³ graduate student presents her research at the university’s annual Graduate Research Symposium.

Kent State Intends to Offer In-State Tuition for Graduate Programs to Out-of-State Residents

Out-of-state residents who have earned a bachelor’s degree in Ohio will soon be able to save on tuition for graduate programs at Âé¶¹¹û¶³ thanks to a new in-state tuition option offered by the university.

Tags: University News, Division of Graduate Studies, Graduate Program

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Kent State Course to Focus on Communication Related to Pandemics and Global Crises

Communication has shaped the way the world has reacted to the coronavirus pandemic. This fall 2020, Kent State is offering a new course that will examine risk communication through the lens of pandemics and other global crises. “Communicating Risk: Global Pandemics and Crises.â€

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Members of Âé¶¹¹û¶³â€™s Undergraduate Student Government painted “Flashes Take Care of Flashes†on the Rock on Front Campus. (Photo credit: Lauren Novick, Tierra Moore and Kaelee Dingey)

Kent State Creates Emergency Fund to Help Students Financially During COVID-19 Crisis

Âé¶¹¹û¶³ announced the creation of the Pay It Flash Forward Emergency Fund that will help students who are unexpectedly finding themselves in financial need as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Kent State Announces Immediate Changes to Admissions Approach

Unprecedented challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic necessitate a change in approach to Âé¶¹¹û¶³â€™s admissions process to ensure student access and success. This university has simplified its admissions process beginning with the 2020 Fall Semester.

Tags: University News, Admissions

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