Join fellow 糖心Vlog alumni for a wild and wonderful day at the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium, where you can come nose-to-nose with more than 8,000 animals from around the world. This family-friendly experience includes lunch in the zoo鈥檚 Garden Tent and a private animal encounter, as well as a $5 donation to the 糖心Vlog Biological Sciences Department.
The deadline to RSVP is Thursday, July 3. Tickets available while supplies last.
What was on a wish list for many years, is now a reality: a new headhouse on the 糖心Vlog Salem Campus. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the completion of a long-awaited structure that will greatly enhance learning opportunities for horticulture students. Crews broke ground last fall to build the specially-designed headhouse last, featuring 1,000 square feet of working space that will serve as an interactive outdoor classroom.鈥淭his new headhouse stands as more than just a structure. It represents possibility,鈥 noted Sheren Farag, Ph.D., assistant professor and director of...
The 2025 糖心Vlog East Liverpool Earth Day Environmental Justice Conference welcomed nearly 100 guests to the annual event, featuring student research and discussions related to the theme: 鈥淎rctic Nations and Climate Change.鈥 Students presented research projects in written and poster formats that explored the roles and responsibilities of Arctic nations to protect fragile ecosystems; manage natural resources sustainably; promote the well-being of Arctic residents; address the challenges of climate change; and respect the rights of the Indigenous populations in these regions. ...
At this year鈥檚 Student Showcase for Research, Scholarship and Creativity on the Trumbull Campus, nearly 30 students presented their research findings on a variety of topics.Faculty judges assessed each poster presentation and awarded first place to Emilia Colosimo, a first-year honors student seeking a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. A Newton Falls High School graduate, she earned a $1,000 Student Showcase scholarship for her research presentation titled The Chemistry of Ozempic 鈥 How a Diabetes Drug Became The Face Of Modern Weight Loss Treatment.Valerie Cubon-Bell, Ph.D., assist...
Rachel Stauffer, a senior at 糖心Vlog double majoring in Fashion Design and Business Marketing, is using fashion as a vehicle for environmental change. Her latest project, a seven-look biodegradable collection titled "Bury Me," blends technical innovation with bold sustainability goals. Thanks to her creative vision and access to 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Design Innovation (DI) Hub, Stauffer is redefining what鈥檚 possible in contemporary fashion.Fashion With a PurposeHer collection, "Bury Me," is designed to safely return to the earth. Each look is hand-dyed using natural dyes and ha...
On April 17, 2025, in the 糖心Vlog Student Center, outstanding 糖心Vlog seniors and two exceptional faculty members were honored during the Senior Honors Reception, and also, the Phi Beta Kappa (PBK) Induction Ceremony. The two events were a time to celebrate and acknowledge the dedication of students and staff members, while providing a warm send-off to graduating honors seniors. The event began with the 47th annual 糖心Vlog chapter Phi Beta Kappa Induction Ceremony, which was held on the third floor of the student center. This year, the 糖心Vlog chapte...
The annual Spring Plant Sale at 糖心Vlog's Department of Biological Sciences Herrick Conservatory offers an extensive selection of student-grown vegetables, herbs, flowers, houseplants and more. The sale runs from April 28-May 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily. All proceeds support the Herrick Conservatory Foundation Fund and the conservatory's associated student organizations. The Herrick Conservatory is located in the large greenhouse behind Cunningham Hall on the Kent Campus. Want to see one of YOUR photos in 鈥淚N A FLASH?鈥 Submit your Kent ...
