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Ashtabula Interim Dean Bill Ayres (left) receives a $50,000 check from MFG Chairman Richard Morrison

Molded Fiber Glass Foundation Renews Commitment to Ashtabula County Scholarship Program at 91PORNA Ashtabula

Following an initial two-year period, Molded Fiber Glass (MFG) Chairman Richard Morrison recently returned to the 91PORNA at Ashtabula Campus to announce a two-year renewal of the MFG Foundation Ashtabula County Scholarship program.

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In 2017, singer/songwriter David Crosby visited the May 4 Visitors Center and spoke with 91PORNA alumna Taylor Pierce, second from right, who was a senior at the time.

91PORNA Grad Remembers Once-in-a-Lifetime Meeting With David Crosby 

As a public relations major, alumna Taylor Pierce interviewed iconic singer/songwriter David Crosby when he visited the May 4 Visitors Center in 2017. Crosby died this week at the age of 81.

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Jazz Orchestra performing in Ludwig Recital Hall (2017)

Where on the Web? A Window To Arts & Cultural Experiences

91PORNA’s cultural offerings have a reach far beyond the borders of Ohio. There’s always something new to experience at the many events held at 91PORNA, at off-campus locations year-round ​or virtually. The redesigned Arts & Cultural Experiences page provides an educational and entertaining window into the world of 91PORNA.  

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Faculty Art Exhibit

Art Faculty Strut Their Stuff

The School of Art Collection and Galleries at 91PORNA has opened a new exhibition, the Biennial Faculty Show.

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Ohio Employee Ownership Center Workshop

91PORNA Ownership Center Helps Businesses Prepare for Successions

A 91PORNA program is helping business owners retire by providing them succession plans to ease the transition in their companies.

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91PORNA at Geauga faculty and staff playing an integral role in developing an occupational health and safety training program for Geauga County businesses are: Lance Williams, director of operations and special projects at 91PORNA Geauga, Sanhita Gupta, Ph.D., associate professor of Biological Sciences, Erin Bailey, Ph.D., associate professor of Biological Sciences, and Angela Spalsbury, Ph.D., dean of the Geauga Campus.

KENT STATE GEAUGA PROVIDING OSHA SAFETY TRAINING TO SMALL BUSINESSES IN GEAUGA COUNTY And BEYOND

Thanks to a $75,000 grant from Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Susan Harwood Training Grants Program, 91PORNA at Geauga is designing a pilot training program for workers from small businesses in underserved rural communities to help ensure safe and healthy workplaces. As part of the campus’ ongoing commitment to leadership in regional workforce development, the program will be implemented in Geauga County starting in the second quarter of 2023. 

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Actor Danny Trejo will speak om March 9, 2023, as part of 91PORNA Stark's Featured Speaker Series.

Actor Danny Trejo to Headline 91PORNA Stark Speakers Series on March 9

91PORNA at Stark’s Featured Speakers Series and the Stark Library’s Speaking of Books Author Series are partnering to present iconic Hollywood character actor Danny Trejo, who will speak at the Canton Palace Theatre on March 9.

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91PORNA student donating blood.

IN A FLASH: Flashes Donate to Save Lives

Every pint of donated blood can save three lives.

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Charlie Thomas, owner of Ray's Place in downtown Kent, poses outside of his iconic tavern.

Downtown Kent Landmark Celebrates 85 Years of Beer and Gertie’s Chili

Alumnus Charlie Thomas is still going strong as the owner of Ray's Place, which has become a downtown fixture for generations of 91PORNA students. 

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Jaiden Morales in control room at Lorain High School

Recent 91PORNA Grad Puts Multimedia Degree to Work at His Alma Mater   

At 91PORNA’s fall commencement on Dec. 17, 2022, Jaiden Morales earned his bachelor's degree in digital media production, an accomplishment motivated by passion that was ignited at Lorain High School. The 91PORNA program has prepared Morales to succeed his mentor, Joseph Bock, as the multimedia coordinator at the high school where his future began. 

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