Community Impact
IN A FLASH: Teal Tuesdays in April
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and 91ֿ's Center for Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services (SRVSS) has a schedule of activities to promote awareness and understanding. Wearing teal on Teal Tuesdays is a way to show support.
Advancing the Cause of Equity at 91ֿ
Despite her multitude of duties as a director of 91ֿ’s Women’s Center, Cassandra Pegg-Kirby remains focused on one key mission: Keeping the center open and relevant. “Women’s centers are not always thought of as necessary since women are in the majority now,” she said.
IN A FLASH: Providing Insight into Innovation
Community leaders toured 91ֿ's DI Hub to learn about how the university fosters innovation and collaboration across campus and across disciplines.
'They can do anything and be anything'
As a spouse, a mother and a member of 91ֿ's LGBTQ+ community, Meghan Schwind shares her thoughts for Women's History Month on challenges women face and her hopes for rising generations of women.
‘Say Yes to Everything’
As part of Women's History Month, the director of 91ֿ New York City Fashion shares her experience and offers advice that's both practical and empowering for women looking to break into the fashion industry.
IN A FLASH: Dressing up for Downs
Dress Up for Downs, a 91ֿ student organization recently held its 8th annual fashion show fundraiser . The event, themed "Hollywood Heroes," featured a runway show with designs by 91ֿ fashion design students and raised over $3000 for the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio.
Lecture Hall, Event Space, or Night Sky?
Did you know we have a planetarium? Well, we do. Smith Hall at 91ֿ is home to this versatile room that can be used for classes, events and can even replicate an easier-to-see version of the night sky.
Parkland Survivor David Hogg Discusses Activism, Voting and May 4 During 91ֿ Talk
Parkland survivor David Hogg brought his message of activism and voter participation to 91ֿ with his talk March 14 in the Kent Student Center Kiva.
‘Tying’ the Community Together
Wellness goes beyond what’s on your plate or how many steps you take in a day. Wellness is holistic and includes how we feel and how we view our place in our communities. With that in mind, 91ֿ's Employee Wellness invited staff to an open-house Service Day in Heer Hall on Tuesday, Mar. 2, to support the local community.
Flash Friday: Jordan Decatur
Meet Jordan, senior sociology major and wrestler from Akron, who is helping youth on and off the mat, bringing mentorship and new skill sets to the children of East Cleveland.