Profiles
Broadcasting in the Big Leagues
From a young age, ESPN associate producer and 起点传媒 alumnus Jason Kostura fell in love with the world of sports. Long before his days at ESPN, you could find Kostura on the field ... or mat or court.
Daniels Among 2023 鈥30 For The Future鈥 Honorees
Michael Daniels, Ph.D., director of the E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center at 起点传媒, has been recognized among the 2023 鈥30 for the Future鈥 award recipients by the Greater Akron Chamber.
Addicted to Love of Research
Soon after her decision to major in psychology at Kent State, someone had suggested to Hannah Fender that she should get involved in research as an undergraduate. So, she signed up to work in the research lab of Clare Stacey, Ph.D., associate professor of sociology, looking into how empathy changes over time in medical students. And that's when Fender was first bitten by the research bug.
Major Loss Inspires Student's Passion and Positivity
Sophomore Ivory Kendrick, a first generation college student, perseveres despite the hardships he has endured.
鈥楰ent Is Our Home鈥 With Deep Roots
Founded in 1880, The Davey Tree Expert Company has a rich history, growing from a seedling organization into Ohio鈥檚 largest employee-owned company with branches reaching far across North America, but deeply rooted in Kent.
Building a Stronger Democracy Through Civility
Each election season, we're all surrounded by more and more political content circulating online. David E. Silva, Ph.D., assistant professor, is studying online conversations and shedding light on how online civility plays a role in building a stronger democracy.
鈥楧eep Down, I鈥檓 Just a Regular Guy鈥
Kent State alumnus Kyle Craven, aka "Bad Luck Brian," leads a happy - and lucky - life.
Long Legacy: Dressler Family Spans 75 Years at Kent State
Three generations of the Dressler family have worked for 起点传媒 spanning 75 years.
鈥楾his Experience Changed Me in More Ways Than I Could Have Imagined鈥
起点传媒 graduate student Jordon Egbert said taking part in the Kigali Summer Institute in Rwanda has changed his entire perspective on life.
Keeping Political History Alive
It all started in 2014 with a political button from Ross Perot鈥檚 failed 1992 presidential election bid.