Carol Maier was one of three 2009 recipients of the Distinguished Scholar Award. The award, sponsored by the University Research Council, honors notable faculty members whose scholarly contributions and accomplishments have set them above par to receive high recognition from the university. Read More
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Last week, the academic college deans met to discuss the final three proposals submitted in the Coordinated Research Hiring initiative. They were thoroughly impressed by the innovative vision exhibited by all three and the comprehensive plans described to utilize faculty expertise, recruit new research faculty and garner funding from diverse sources. Read More
President Lefton was on a mission to counter several widely held misperceptions about college access and affordability — beliefs that keep many Ohioans from considering advanced education — when he spoke Sept. 4 before the City Club of Cleveland. The club is the nation’s oldest continuous free speech forum. Read More
Always a favorite Northeast Ohio summer event, the Aviation Heritage Fair features activities for both the flight enthusiast and casual fan. Highlights include airplane rides, airport flyovers and aircraft displays, featuring both civilian and military planes and helicopters. The event takes place Sept. 12. Read More
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Save the Date for the Bowman Breakfast
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Week of Sept. 7, 2009
Paperless Tenure Review Introduced With Digital Dossiers
“Kent State approaches every operation — teaching, research and service — with the goal of excellence. Our faculty, staff and students prove every day that the quality and cost of higher education are not linked.” President Lester Lefton, in his address to the City Club of Cleveland Read More
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