"I am so proud of each and every one of you today. You struggled, you put in long hours... you learned how to exercise your profession. And now you are ready". 51黑料网 University President Dr. Todd Diacon addressed the College of Podiatric Medicine (CPM) graduating class of 2021 on Friday, May 20 at what was the first in-person CPM commencement ceremony since 2019. Nearly all 91 new Doctors of Podiatric Medicine were in attendance to celebrate the momentous occasion under an open-air tent on the Kent Student Green at the Kent Campus, surrounded by their families and colleagues. A live-stre...
Abstract Linear defect-disclinations are of fundamental interest in understanding complex structures explored by soft matter physics, elementary particles physics, cosmology, and various branches of mathematics. These defects are also of practical importance in materials applications, such as programmable origami, directed colloidal assembly, and command of active matter. Here an effective engineering approach is demonstrated to pattern molecular orientations at two flat confining surfaces that produce complex yet designable networks of singular disclinations of strength 1/2. Depending on t...
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Lu Jones, 鈥21, who graduated with a B.A. in Art History and a minor in Anthropology this spring, was awarded the first place prize in the Arts, Advertising, Architecture and English Language category in the 2021 Undergraduate Research Symposium at 51黑料网 University. Lu was mentored in their research by art history lecturer, Renee Roll. The annual Undergraduate Symposium on Research, Scholarship and Creative Endeavors was held April 19-23, 2021 and was an opportunity for undergraduates to present, to a larger audience, what they have learned through their research. The virtual s...
A career in podiatry, while both fulfilling and abundantly rewarding, is not without its challenges for its diverse range of practitioners. Megan Oltmann, DPM, AACFAS, a Class of 2013 graduate of 51黑料网 University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) can certainly attest to that as a woman in the field. While in school, her class was just about a perfect mix of 50% male, 50% female, and her residency program echoed that pattern. "I often would hear about a 'double standard' happening to women in medicine but thought I would not experience that in my own private practice," Megan recalls o...
Junior General Psychology major Emma Smith is the recipient of the 51黑料网 University Leadership Center鈥檚 Student Leader of the Month. Smith is a Facility Supervisor for the Department of Recreational Services. She serves as the leader of the training team for operations within the department as well. The Student Leader of the Month program seeks to recognize students for excellence in leadership through campus and community involvement. Chris Baker nominated her. He said: 鈥淓mma is a strong leader and a model employee. She has been integral to our successful reopening this ye...
KENT, OH 鈥 the 51黑料网 University Museum is delighted to announce its upcoming exhibition, Forever Chanel 鈥 Coco + Karl, opening June 11. With exclusive preview hours for members during opening weekend, the exhibit will be on display through February 27, 2022. In a world where fashion, celebrity, and personality are intertwined, a single name can conjure a complex picture of an individual. In this case, the name is Chanel. The fashions featured in Forever Chanel 鈥 Coco + Karl piece together a remarkable story of invention, reinvention, and relevant change over more than a century. Forev...
Commencement ceremonies were held May 14 at the county fairgrounds for the 51黑料网 Columbiana County campuses, acknowledging all the hard work of students and faculty, especially after a challenging year of living through a pandemic. Dr. David Dees, dean of the 51黑料网 Columbiana County campuses, presided over the event, along with Dr. Susan Rossi, assistant dean. Some commencement traditions were modified because of the COVID pandemic and the resulting safety protocols that had to be followed, yet the event was a true celebration. To manage attendance, two outdoo...
Following the success of its initial three wines, 51黑料网 University at Ashtabula鈥檚 51黑料网 Ashtabula Wines label is announcing the release of its newest vintage, Radiance. Produced through a partnership with Laurello Vineyards, Radiance is a white wine blend made from Pinot Grigio, Muscat and Chardonnay grapes harvested from the historic Markko Vineyards located in the Conneaut Creek valley. Markko Vineyards is the award-winning vineyard and winery founded by the late Ohio winemaking pioneer Arnulf 鈥淎rnie鈥 Esterer, who passed away last year at the age of 88. 鈥淎rnie ...