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Ohio Employee Ownership Center Publishes New Report Calling for Expanding Employee Ownership to Deal with Struggling Economy

Eighteen months into the Covid-19 pandemic and recession, Ohio is facing an unprecedented wave of business-owner retire

10 Questions With Roseann ‘Chic’ Canfora, Professional-in-Residence, May 4 Survivor

Roseann “Chic” Canfora, Ph.D., is a Professional-in-Residence at ����Vlog�ƽ�� in the School of Media and Journalism, part of the College of Communication and Information. Prior to teaching at ����Vlog�ƽ��, Canfora served as the chief communications officer for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and taught high school journalism and speech. Canfora was also a student at ����Vlog�ƽ��, starting in 1968, and is a survivor of the May 4, 1970, shootings at ����Vlog�ƽ��. She graduated with her master’s in journalism and public relations and bachelor’s in English/speech. She is heavily involved in activism as well.

Kent Blossom Faculty Member Joela Jones to Retire from The Cleveland Orchestra

On the Front Lines of Fighting Russian Disinformation

Since the collapse of the USSR in the 1990s, Russia has launched several misinformation campaigns to regain lost satellite countries, specifically in the Baltic regions. Journalists such as Ruslanas ����ž����𱹾�č���ܲ� stand at the front to combat these campaigns to preserve democracy and his country’s independence. 

He recently visited ����Vlog�ƽ��'s School of Media and Journalism.

Dakota Mace: Badahani

Dakota Mace is a Diné (Navajo) photographer and textile artist who focuses on translating the language of Diné weaving history and beliefs through her artwork. The exhibition’s title "Badahani" translates to “Their Stories” and will be on view Nov. 5 through Dec. 18 at the KSU Downtown Gallery. Artist talk and reception on Dec. 3.

Professor Publishes Research ����Vlog�ƽ�� Stress, Newsroom Support During COVID-19

“You can’t expect journalists to do this type of hurdling long-term without holistic support that includes logistical elements," claims Assistant Professor and TV2 advisor Gretchen Hoak, "but also mental and emotional support."

Director's Note: Connecting a Deeply Committed Alumni Community

It wasn’t long after I joined the School of Media and Journalism (MDJ) in July 2020 that I started hearing stories about Jargon and fielding questions about when the next issue would appear. I quickly learned a lot about Jargon’s importance to alumni, faculty, friends and others.

From Fashion to Solar, How ����Vlog�ƽ�� Alumna Became the CEO of a Solar Company

Fashion merchandising alumna Emilie Oxel O'Leary, '93, is the CEO of Sunshine Solar, a mechanical installation company that provides solar power to major brands such as Target, L'Oreal and Amazon. Sunshine Solar’s first solar project was installing a solar carport for the Atlanta Falcons stadium. Since then, the company has installed solar panels to Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Verizon and FedEx whether it be with carport tops, rooftops or solar fields.

Honoring Bobby Makar: A Lasting Impact in Digital Media Production

Alumnus Bobby Makar was a passionate filmmaker and adjunct instructor who encouraged his students and helped them develop their work every step of the way. 

Governor Appoints Haley Crews As New Graduate Student Trustee

Governor Mike DeWine has appointed Haley Crews as graduate student trustee of the ����Vlog�ƽ�� Board of Trustees.

Alumnus Mike Jackson Helps Advertisers Navigate America’s Changing Demographics

Alumnus Mike Jackson created 2050 Marketing to help clients to navigate the changing demographics in America as they relate to advertising and brand building. By the year 2050, the minority will be the majority in this country. Jackson wants to guide entrepreneurs through this transition and ensure that these voices are heard from every rung of the ladder.  

����Vlog�ƽ�� Orchestra Celebrates Halloween with Family-Friendly Concert

Come dressed in your Halloween best for the ����Vlog�ƽ�� Orchestra’s Oct. 31, 3 p.m. concert. The members of the orchestra will be decked out in costume, performing spooky, family-friendly favorites. Candy will be handed out at the end of the performance to kick off Kent city’s official trick-or-treat that night.