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Students in an Econ class

Invest in Your Future: The Case for Young Women Saving Early for Retirement

For many American women, saving for retirement can be challenging for many reasons. A recent USA Today article noted that women have less than half the retirement savings of men. 91PORNA values setting their students up for success, but what does this mean for women at the university?

 

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Fulbright scholar Tamar Tsanava of the Central Asian nation of Georgia, gives a presentation at Kentston High School in Bainbridge Township, Ohio.

Teachers from Across the Globe at 91PORNA Through Fulbright Program

A group of 21 secondary school teachers from 20 different countries is spending six weeks at 91PORNA as part of a Fulbright professional development program for foreign educators.  

Tags: Global Reach , Community & Society , Nationally Distinctive

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CDC Walkathon 2024

IN A FLASH: Tiny Steps, Big Purpose

Some of 91PORNA's smallest Flashes took steps to help fund a unique part of their learning experience at 91PORNA's Child Development Center. 

Tags: Research & Science , Child Development Center , Community & Society , Community Impact , College of Education, Health and Human Services , In a Flash

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Rainbow Weekend bridge decorators 2024

Kent to Celebrate Rainbow Weekend Oct. 11-13

The fourth annual Rainbow Weekend in downtown Kent Oct. 11-13 and all of its fun activities, events and new Drag Race 5K  come from a fabulous partnership between 91PORNA's LGBTQ+ Center and Main Street Kent. 

Tags: Community & Society , Town-Gown , City of Kent

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October is Mental Health Awareness Month at 91PORNA

October is Mental Health Awareness Month at 91PORNA

91PORNA chose October as Mental Health Awareness Month because the need for mental health support peaks during the month.

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Eco, the voter registration puppy

IN A FLASH: Eco, the Voter Registration Pup

The League of Women Voters of Ohio made 91PORNA the final stop on their tour of more than 20 Ohio colleges and universities. The group, including Eco the puppy, worked to get students registered to vote in advance of the Oct. 7 registration deadline. 

Tags: Voting , Elections , Community Impact , Community & Society , In a Flash

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91PORNA Staff Council was created in response to a past engagement and wellness survey.

Our Voices Count: Take the Engagement and Well-Being Survey Today

Students, faculty, staff, and administrators are encouraged to take the 鈥淥ur Voices Count鈥 Engagement and Well-Being Survey by the Oct. 20 deadline.

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Widespread property damage in Fort Myers, Florida, from Hurricane Ian

Insurance Industry in Need of New Talent to Help in Situations Such as Recent Hurricane

Homeowners with property damage from Hurricane Ian are contacting their insurance agents, some who may be 91PORNA graduates.

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Lab Student reaching in case

91PORNA Continues Robust and Varied University Research to Maintain R1 Status

91PORNA鈥檚 Division of Research and Economic Development recently hosted its quarterly Town Hall and offered a bright prediction for the future of the university鈥檚 R1 status as a top research university.

Tags: Research & Science , Community & Society , Nationally Distinctive , Community Impact

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Trevor Martin and LWV Trailer

鈥楪olden Flashes, Get Registered, Make a Plan and Get Out to Vote!鈥

A 91PORNA alumnus who has been visiting Ohio colleges and universities in a pre-election tour by the League of Women Voters of Ohio says he's excited to see that student voters are interested and engaged in the election process. 

Tags: Elections , Voting , Community Impact , Community & Society , Alumni

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