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A Guide to Campus Activism Protocol

Students are passionate. Pair that with Ģý’s rich history in activism and some amazing things can happen. The university aims to foster an inclusive community that makes students feel appreciated and supported even – and especially – when engaged in activism. But what are the best practices for students and student groups?  

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Ģý’s Research on Display at Annual Neuroscience Symposium

The breadth of ongoing research by Ģý’s Brain Health Research Institute members will be displayed when the institute hosts its annual Neuroscience Symposium 2024 Nov. 7-8 at the Ģý Hotel and Conference Center.

Tags: Community & Society , Research & Science , Student Life , Nationally Distinctive , Brain Health Research Institute

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Students: What to Know Before You Vote

Ģý Votes wants to give student voters – especially those voting for the first time – all the information they need to get them to the polls on Election Day. 

Tags: Students First , Elections , Voting , Community & Society , May 4 Visitors Center

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Are You Experiencing Election Anxiety?

Jennifer Knott of Ģý's Counseling and Psychological Services offers advice and resources to help students manage stress and anxiety around the coming elections. 

Tags: Counseling and Psychological Services , Elections , Community & Society , mental health , Student Life

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Ģý Fellows Rally Student Voter Participation

Welcoming a multitude of perspectives, Ģý Votes and the students behind it rally for registration and information this election season. Meet two of the Ģý students instrumental in driving the voting engagement on campus. 

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More Treats, Fewer Tricks this Halloween

While Halloween can be an exciting time of the year for students to celebrate, both positive and negative factors can contribute to your frightful fun. How can students get more treats than tricks this year? Ģý Today reached out to Ģý Police Officer Vance Voyles to give readers a wide variety of tips for Ģý students this Halloween.  

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Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment Identifies Critical Insights for Local Empowerment

The Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment findings are in. Led by Ģý’s College of Public Health, in collaboration with 120 local organizations and nonprofits, this groundbreaking initiative marks a significant stride toward understanding and addressing the unmet needs of LGBTQ+ individuals across Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake and Lorain counties. 

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IN A FLASH: All Ģý Fall

The Fall Fest, presented by the Flashes Activities Board (FAB) was a spectacular celebration of the season with fun activities including crafts, marshmallow toasting carriage rides and the Haymaker Farmers' Market. 

Tags: Student Life , Fall Semester , Nationally Distinctive , Community & Society , In a Flash

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IN A FLASH: A Rainbow Connection

  The annual Rainbow Weekend in downtown Kent is a wonderful example of the outstanding "town-gown" relationship between Ģý and the city of Kent. The celebration is presented by Ģý's LGBTQ+ Center and Main Street Kent. One of the new events this year was the…

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Navigating the Shifting Landscape of College Enrollment

The United States is approaching a so-called “enrollment cliff” or “demographic cliff,” a projection that is being closely monitored by those in higher education. In the “On Campus – with CITI Program” podcast, host Ed Butch talks with Aaron Berger, Ph.D., interim director of national recruitment at Ģý, about these declining numbers and other factors currently influencing college enrollment. 

Tags: Student Success , Community & Society , Enrollment , Admissions , Student Life

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