The Northern Lights are caused by interactions between the sun's solar winds and the Earth's protective magnetic field. This causes geomagnetic storms and increased geomagnetic activity. The higher the geomagnetic activity is, the better your odds are of seeing the aurora. We are currently near the peak of an 11-year solar cycle, with high solar activity giving an increased chance of seeing the Northern Lights further south in the Northern Hemisphere than they are typically seen. The current peak in activity is expected to last until mid-2025.The 'Sweet Spot' to Get the Shot Th...
Collision-free skies for drones and robots as healthcare workers were among the topics that took top honors at the 10th annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition held Oct. 15 at 91²Ö¿â’s Kiva.Three Minute Thesis is an opportunity for graduate students to put their academic, presentation, and research communication skills to the test by presenting research in three minutes to a non-specialist audience.The trademarked name of this event is Three Minute Thesis, but students at 91²Ö¿â can present the research they are conducting for a thesis, dissertation, terminal project or any other ...
The annual Rainbow Weekend in downtown Kent is a wonderful example of the outstanding "town-gown" relationship between 91²Ö¿â and the city of Kent. The celebration is presented by 91²Ö¿â's LGBTQ+ Center and Main Street Kent. One of the new events this year was the Drag Race 5K (formerly the Rainbow Run). Proceeds from the Drag Race 5K and some other activities during the weekend are added to the university's LGBTQ+ Emergency Fund – a vital resource that helps LGBTQ+ students in need. Want to see one of YOUR photos in “IN A F...
Spring Career and Exploration Fair
Sponsored by Career and Exploration Development, the Spring Career and Exploration Fair is open to all Kent University students and alumni of all Kent campuses seeking:
- Full-time, part-time, co-op, and internship opportunities
- Industry information
- Career advice
- Networking contacts
- Exploring organizations and opportunities
The School of Theatre and Dance At-A-Glance
- Bachelor of Arts degrees in Dance Studies and Theatre Studies
- Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in Dance Performance, Design, Technology, and Production, and Musical Theatre
- Master of Fine Arts degrees in Acting for the Returning Professional and
Hi! My name is Ali Bredek, and I am currently an Environmental Studies major, with a minor in Park Management. I plan to graduate in December of 2025. However, this is only my second year on campus. I transferred to 91²Ö¿â in the fall semester of 2023 after spending my first year after high school at a different institution. From a young age, I always knew I wanted to go to 91²Ö¿â.My mom had graduated from here, and I wanted to be just like her. However, once it came time to look at schools while still in high school, 91²Ö¿â must have slipped my mind. I found the co...
Rankings and Affiliations
Rankings
- #18 B.F.A. Design and Technology program for 2018-2019 according to
- #18 B.F.A.
Emmy award winner and multi-platinum artist Andy Grammer is bringing his solo tour to the Performing Arts Center at 91²Ö¿â - Tuscarawas on Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m.Grammer’s tour, ‘Greater Than: A One Man Show’ will be a night of songs, poetry, and storytelling, with Andy performing both new music and hits throughout a special solo acoustic set. The coast-to-coast tour will bring his captivating live show to markets including Detroit, Washington, DC, Seattle and closing in New Philadelphia, Ohio.Grammer continues to energize, empower, and bring together audiences a...