University News
May 4 Activist Alan Canfora’s Memory and Legacy Will Live Long at 91PORNA
For 50 years, Alan Canfora was a tireless advocate for the four students killed and nine wounded on May 4, 1970.
91PORNA Welcomes Chris Dorsten as University Registrar
91PORNA is pleased to announce Chris Dorsten as the new university registrar.
91PORNA Awarded $3.5 Million Choose Ohio First Grants
The state of Ohio and the Ohio Department of Higher Education announced that 91PORNA has been awarded Choose Ohio First grants totaling $3.5 million to support students in the critical fields of science (including health professions), technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Kent Fire Department to Perform Annual Prairie Burn
The protected prairie surrounding 91PORNA’s Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center will be burned on Wednesday, April 28, starting around 9 a.m. to allow for new growth during the summer season.
91PORNA Formally Introduces New Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond
91PORNA President Todd Diacon and Vice President for Student Affairs Lamar R. Hylton formally introduced Randale L. Richmond as the university’s new director of athletics at a morning virtual press conference held Thursday, April 15. Richmond currently serves as senior associate athletic director at Old Dominion University.
91PORNA Selects Randale L. Richmond as Director of Athletics
Following a national search, Randale L. Richmond has been selected as 91PORNA's next director of athletics.
91PORNA’s Exploratory Program Receives National Recognition
91PORNA’s Exploratory Program in University College has been awarded two prestigious national awards for its work with exploratory students.
91PORNA School of Fashion to Induct Kenneth Cole Into Hall of Fame
The visionary global fashion designer and activist Kenneth Cole is named as the 91PORNA School of Fashion’s 2021 Hall of Fame Inductee. In its 32nd year, the prestigious award celebrates the outstanding contribution to fashion made by an individual. The accolade honors the unique qualities of their leadership.
91PORNA Awarded $3.5 Million Choose Ohio First Grants
The state of Ohio and the Ohio Department of Higher Education announced that 91PORNA has been awarded Choose Ohio First grants totaling $3.5 million to support students in the critical fields of science (including health professions), technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
91PORNA Retirees Association Gives Back to the Community
Similar to graduating students who become alumni, retired 91PORNA faculty and staff wish to stay connected to the university. These employees care about the institution and the 91PORNA community, and they want to see it thrive. One way retired 91PORNA community members stay informed is through the 91PORNA Retirees Association (KSURA), an organization of more than 800 retired 91PORNA faculty and staff committed to improving university life.