Community & Society

Spring Safety Tips for Cars and Drivers
As winter ends, is important to take a moment and make sure that your car is ready for the new season. From routine maintenance to staying alert and safe, here are some car safety tips to keep you prepared throughout the spring semester.

Cross-Campus Collaboration Crossroad
Driven by Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ students, a collaborative research initiative guided by Aimee Ward, Ph.D., addresses growing concerns about mid-block crossings on East Main Street and demonstrates the urgent need for safety improvements.

Night at the Museum: Conversation on Adaptive Fashion
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ alumna Tracy Vollbrecht discusses and showcases her adaptive fashion design installation in the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Museum, highlighting the museum’s commitment to student and community engagement in this distinctive program

IN A FLASH: Gone With the Wind!
High winds ahead of winter storms ripped away the windsock that was perched on top of the hangar at the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Airport.

Navigating Seasonal Depression: Mental Health Resources to Help You Through
As the temperatures continue to hover around freezing, and the sun makes rare appearances, have you noticed yourself feeling unmotivated or having feelings of sadness? Have your friends and family mentioned that you do not seem like yourself? Fortunately, there are resources available at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University to help you through this difficult time.

IN A FLASH: Photo Field Trip
A photo team from Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s Division of University Communications and Marketing captured spectacular images of a Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ alumna and Cleveland's Rocket Arena - home of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The Social Code: Students Respond to Changing Social Media Landscape
The TikTok ban. Platforms removing fact-checkers. Political motivations. So much is changing so fast in the social media landscape. But is it business as usual for students using social media? Has anything changed?

Experts Weigh In: Is Eating Late at Night Bad?
After a long day in class, a night out or burning the midnight oil studying or working on projects, students may find themselves grabbing whatever food is available. A recently article says eating within three hours of bedtime may cause heartburn, acid reflux symptoms, obesity and other health risks. But is it really bad to eat late at night?

IN A FLASH: Canine Kisses for a Cause
A Valentine’s Day Puppy Kissing Booth in the Kent Student Center helped Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ students raise funds for an organization that provides service dogs to children and veterans with disabilities.

Heads Up, History Buffs: Most of Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s Sanborn Maps Are Now in the Public Domain
A treasure trove of historical Ohio maps that Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University digitized about five years ago has recently become part of the public domain, making them free for anyone to use.