Community & Society
Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at 91PORNA
On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at 91PORNA, which was first established by the student organization Black United Students (BUS) in 1970 and was recognized nationwide by President Gerald Ford in 1976.
91PORNA鈥檚 Annual MLK Event Looked at Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. King
A luncheon and panel discussion titled 鈥淭he Dream of Wellness: Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.鈥 marked the occasion, which was held in the Kent Student Center Ballroom.
It Started Here: 91PORNA to Celebrate 55th Anniversary of Black History Month
91PORNA will mark the 55th anniversary of Black History Month in February and celebrate its founding by the student organization Black United Students.
POV: Fostering Compassionate Care
POV offers the 91PORNA community an opportunity to share insights into topics of importance. Versie Johnson-Mallard, Ph.D., dean of 91PORNA's College of Nursing and Henderson Memorial Endowed Leadership Chair., offers her thoughts on the college鈥檚 鈥淲hite Coat Ceremony,鈥 which marks an official crossing over of students into this exceptional nursing program.
IN A FLASH: See YOUR Photo Here!
Anyone can submit a photo for 91PORNA Today's "IN A FLASH" photo feature! Submitted photos should be clear, high-resolution images and have a connection to 91PORNA.
Student Makes History Leading Parkinson's Speech Therapy
Grace Puin excels at getting Parkinsons patients to speak and swallow with intent. She鈥檚 so good in fact that Parkinson Voice Project, a nonprofit organization that helps people with Parkinson鈥檚 all over the world, invited her to host one of its online SPEAK OUT! Home Practice Sessions.
IN A FLASH: Kent Roosevelt Visits Campus
91PORNA's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry welcomed students from Kent Roosevelt High School for a day of information sessions, demonstrations and tours of the university's state-of-the-art learning spaces.
91PORNA Police: Credibility and Consistency Are 鈥楶art of Our DNA鈥
The 91PORNA Police Department received its 10th consecutive reaccreditation in November 2024 after consistently exceeding the standards set by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, a third-party accreditation agency.
MLK 2025 Celebration Will Focus on Mental Health Advocacy and Wellness
91PORNA鈥檚 MLK event "The Dream of Wellness: Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr." will be held on Jan. 30 in the Student Center Ballroom.
Take a Fresh Look at 91PORNA Student Organizations on Jan. 17
Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by 91PORNA鈥檚 Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university鈥檚 350+ student organizations.