College of Education and Human Services at Kent State University

You're Invited: EHS Town Hall Chat with Interim Dean Alicia R. Crowe!

The College of Education and Human Services (EHS) is proud to present our second virtual Town Hall chat.

Join Interim Dean Alicia R. Crowe to discuss the future of the college and hear key updates on:
- New program developments
- Faculty and student success stories
- Impactful opportunities for alumni and friends to support EHS.

This event will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams. While the event is online, advanced registration is required to secure your spot.

Have a question for the Dean? You can actively shape the conversation by submitting your questions for Dean Crowe directly through the registration form.

Secure your spot and submit your questions at: https://shorturl.at/APlec

You're Invited: EHS Town Hall Chat with Interim Dean Alicia R. Crowe!

The College of Education and Human Services (EHS) is proud to present our second virtual Town Hall chat. Join Interim Dean Alicia R. Crowe to discuss the future of the college and hear key updates on:

- New program developments
- Faculty and student success stories
- Impactful opportunities for alumni and friends to support EHS.

This event will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams. While the event is online, advanced registration is required to secure your spot.

Have a question for the Dean? You can actively shape the conversation by submitting your questions for Dean Crowe directly through the registration form. Secure your spot and submit your questions here:https://shorturl.at/APlec

Can a medieval masterpiece become universally accessible?

Kent State’s own MaryAnn Devine, Ph.D., recently traveled to France to find out! As one of only two U.S. evaluators on an elite UNESCO World Heritage Oversight sub-committee, Devine is currently serving her second, four-year term assessing the world's most iconic historic sites.

In her latest feature for the EHS Think Tank Blog, she takes us behind the scenes of her high-profile assessment of Mont-Saint-Michel. Discover how she balances the preservation of ancient architecture with cutting-edge accessibility solutions—from robotics and drones to multi-format wayfinding. Read her full insights on the EHS Think Tank Blog: https://shorturl.at/OtCGb

🌟 Happy National Intern Day! 🌟

Join us in celebrating Monica Butler (pictured right)!

Monica is currently an Early Intervention Graduate Certificate and Special Education master’s degree student.

This summer, she is putting her passion into practice as an intern at the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities. We are so proud of the incredible impact Monica is making in our community and the invaluable support she is providing to local families.

Thank you for your hard work and dedication, Monica!

Four-time Kent State University graduate Philip Wagner, Ph.D., will become Ohio’s State Superintendent of Public Instruction in August 2026, aiming to strengthen the teacher pipeline and rebuild public trust in education. With decades of leadership experience across Ohio, Wagner plans to leverage his extensive background to support educators and students statewide. Read the full story at the Kent State University website. https://shorturl.at/7IUml

Turning Traditional Play into Dynamic STEM Lessons!

Big congratulations to Minyoung Gil, Ph.D., (School of Teaching, Learning & Curriculum Studies) on being named a Summer 2026 John and Fonda Elliot Design Innovation Faculty Fellow!

Through her new project, “Designing a STEM Play Toolkit,” Gil is collaborating with the Design Innovation Hub’s makerspace technology to turn traditional spinning tops into hands-on childhood lessons on physics, motion, and engineering.

Developed in partnership with the Gerald H. Read Center, this innovative toolkit equips future teachers with customizable 3D-printed tools—and low-tech alternative guides using everyday items—to ensure equitable STEM learning in every classroom. We can't wait to see this research keep learning in motion! https://shorturl.at/tRMuj

Welcome to Kent State, global scholars!

This summer, Kent State University is proud to host 23 exceptional Fulbright scholars representing 20 different countries for an intensive four-week Pre-Academic Program. Running from July 13 through August 7, this collaborative launchpad prepares these bright minds for master's and doctoral programs at some of America's most competitive graduate schools, including Columbia, Georgetown, and Carnegie Mellon.

Beyond advanced academic and communication training provided by the Gerald H. Read Center and the English as a Second Language Center, these scholars are experiencing the best of Northeast Ohio. From visiting Niagara Falls and Playhouse Square to connecting deeply with local friendship families, they are building confidence and lifelong bonds before scattering across the country for their degrees.

Kent State is honored to be the first stop on their American journey as these individuals prepare to lead ministries, labs, courtrooms, and classrooms worldwide.

Read the full story of how Kent State is building global bridges at https://shorturl.at/rb5R4

Please join us in congratulating Abbey Galeza on a successful dissertation defense!

Please join us in congratulating Sydnia Tcheurekdjian on a successful dissertation defense!

Please join us in congratulating Courtney Cruz on a successful dissertation defense!