Community & Society
91²Ö¿â Communications Professor featured on âDr. Philâ Podcast
Suzy DâEnbeau, Ph.D., associate professor in the School of Communication Studies, was recently featured on âDr. Philâ podcast âPhil in The Blanksâ for her expertise on pronouns and the power of language.
Journalism Grad Develops Niche of Writing 91²Ö¿â Comics
A 91²Ö¿â alumnus has found a unique way to combine his passions and career after graduation. Nicholas Hunter, a 2020 91²Ö¿â graduate, recently discovered a way to combine two passions uncovered during his time at 91²Ö¿â: writing and comic books.
91²Ö¿â Graduate Elected President of American Institute of Architecture Students
91²Ö¿â alumnus Cooper Moore, '21, was recently elected the President of the Board of Directors for the American Institute of Architecture Students after graduating in the fall. As president, Moore will lead the board during discussions and decisions. His other responsibilities include helping run the organization, marketing and carrying out the organizationâs strategic plan. He will serve for a one year term in Washington, D.C.
91²Ö¿â Geauga Fends Off Studentsâ Food Insecurity with Geauga Hunger Task Force Grant
When people consider hunger in America, they tend to think of people far away in urban centers. They donât realize that food insecurity is a very real problem in Geauga County, even among college students. In order to combat this growing and troubling trend, 91²Ö¿â at Geauga is partnering with the Geauga Hunger Task Force (GHTF). 91²Ö¿â Geauga received a $2,500 grant from the GHTF in January 2022 to assist in their mission âensuring that no Geauga County residents go hungry.â
PNC Foundation Awards $75,000 to 91²Ö¿â
The PNC Foundation has awarded $75,000 to 91²Ö¿â to help ensure success among students who commonly face barriers in college. This grant aligns with PNCâs 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.
91²Ö¿ââs Superhero Alumnus: Black Lightning
DC Comicsâ superhero Black Lightning has been part of popular culture, and Black history, for more than 40 years. Since his debut in 1977 as DCâs very first âheadlineâ Black character, Black Lightning has appeared in comic books, animated TV series, video games and, in 2017, a live-action TV series that ran for four seasons on The CW Network. In his secret identity, Jefferson Pierce (shh, donât tell anyone), he also appeared on the Kent Campus to get his teaching degree. Yes â Black Lightning is a 91²Ö¿â alumnus.
Pro Football Hall of Fame Taps Digital Media Production Alumna
91²Ö¿â alumna, Brianna Gordon, â20, developed two interests independently in high school: video production and sports. Now, she spends her days combining those two, working on videos for the Pro Football Hall of Fame (PFHOF) in Canton, Ohio. Gordon is making a name for herself after graduating with a degree in digital media production and a concentration in television from the School of Media and Journalism in the College of Communication and Information.
Masc-Unity Initiative Helping Students Find Comfort in Masculinity
Societyâs norm for men is stereotyped as leaders, providers, and guardians. Society also posits that men cannot speak about their emotions and have to portray a strong persona to be considered masculine and to succeed in these roles. This results in an environment of âtoxic masculinity,â which encourages negative self image, negative outward behavior and struggles with mental health among men who feel they have to be strong at all times. An initiative on campus is trying to change that perception.
91²Ö¿â's School of Art Collection and Galleries Explores Weaving in the Line by Line Exhibition
Head of textile program at 91²Ö¿â, Professor Janice Lessman-Moss, curated an exhibition of modernized forms of weaving that was recently featured on Cool Cleveland. The new show at 91²Ö¿ââs Center for the Visual Arts, called Line by Line, focuses on six early career artists that are focused on the diverse world of weaving.
Local Veteran Finds New Way to Serve
A retired Marine is using his journey to assist others at 91²Ö¿â's Center for Adult and Veteran Services. Recently featured on Good Morning Americaâs âWhat You Need to Knowâ segment, Mark Stillion discussed his experience of adjusting to life after his four deployments and how 91²Ö¿ââs programs have assisted him.