University News

Both On Campus and Abroad, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Wins at International Education
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University’s diligence in integrating international education throughout its programs and culture is in the spotlight. ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì is the sole university in the U.S. to receive the prestigious 2022 Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization. Meet two students currently displaying the university's excellence in global education.

Beverly Guy-Sheftall Keynotes Women’s History Month
To celebrate Women’s History Month and to honor Black History Month, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì’s Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, in collaboration with Black United Students and the Department of Africana Studies, invites you to attend a virtual conversation Thursday, March 17, with Beverly Guy-Sheftall esteemed author, founding director of the Women’s Research and Resource Center and Anna Julia Cooper Professor of Women’s Studies at Spelman College.

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Receives Military Friendly School Honor for 13th Year in a Row
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University continues to exemplify leadership in its mission to support students as the Kent Campus is designated as a Military Friendly® School for the 13th consecutive year in a row, earning a Gold award. In addition, ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University at Trumbull earned a Silver award.

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Board of Trustees Approves Establishing New Bachelor of Social Work Degree
The ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University Board of Trustees approved the establishment of the Bachelor of Social Work degree during the Board’s regular quarterly meeting held March 8. The new degree was developed based on the high demand for licensed social workers within the areas surrounding ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì’s Regional Campuses.

Leadership Update
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University President Todd Diacon updated the university community on recent actions regarding the appointment of Sean Broghammer, Ph.D., as ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University’s new vice president for enrollment management.

Earl K. Miller, Ph.D., and Marlene M. Wicherski Pledge $2 Million to Support Brain Health Research at ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University alumnus Earl K. Miller, Ph.D., and his wife, Marlene M. Wicherski, have pledged $2 million to support research programs and students in ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì’s Brain Health Research Institute. The Brain Health Research Institute is a recently established, cross-disciplinary institute that focuses on research and education of brain health across the lifespan.

PNC Foundation Awards $75,000 to ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì
The PNC Foundation has awarded $75,000 to ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University to help ensure success among students who commonly face barriers in college. This grant aligns with PNC’s focus on addressing economic inequality among Black American and low- to moderate-income communities, and it will provide resources for students that will help them complete college and establish a strong foundation on which to build their careers.

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Wins Award for Excellence in Integrating International Education Throughout University
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University is the sole university in the U.S. to receive the prestigious 2022 Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization from NAFSA: Association of International Educators. The honor recognizes ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì for overall excellence in integrating international education throughout all facets of the university and its campuses.

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì and Cleveland State Partner to Shorten Time Students Need for Bachelor’s, Law Degrees
ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University has established a new partnership with Cleveland State University’s Cleveland-Marshall College of Law to offer students two pathways to obtain a bachelor’s degree from ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì and a law degree from CSU in six years. The new 3+3 program will shorten the length of time typically needed to complete both degrees.

Dedicated and Impactful Communications Associate Lecturer Wins Outstanding Teaching Award
Communication Studies Lecturer Aaron Bacue initially doubted how effective he might be teaching under the restrictions of COVID-19, but along the way, he made a big difference.