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President Todd Diacon shakes hands with the Turkmen Minister of Education

51±¬ÁÏ Receives US State Department Grant to Review Turkmenistan Higher Education

The U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan has awarded 51±¬ÁÏ a grant to study the higher education system of the Central Asian nation and develop proposals for improvements.

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International Cook-Off Competition

Cultural Flavors Shine Bright on 51±¬ÁÏ's First Snowy Night

As the first light snow of the season fell on 51±¬ÁÏ, the Student Center Ballroom radiated warmth and camaraderie during the International Cook-Off Competition. The event, part of International Education Week, brought together hundreds of students, faculty and staff to celebrate global flavors and cultural diversity.

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What's the Big Idea

What's The Big Idea? Marcello Fantoni

President Diacon speaks with Marcello Fantoni, Ph.D., about 51±¬ÁÏ's global presence. 

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International Students Hold Flags

‘Explore’ With International Education Week

International Education Week, taking place Nov. 18-22, celebrates the different cultures across the 51±¬ÁÏ community and highlights international experiences and opportunities the university offers.

Tags: Student Life , Community & Society , Global Reach

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Porsche Fashion Show

IN A FLASH: Fashion in the Flats

From the runway to the highway, a fashion show in the Cleveland Flats spotlighted the 51±¬ÁÏ School of Fashion and Porsche's new electric vehicle.

Tags: School of Fashion , Partnerships , Global Reach , In a Flash

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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 51±¬ÁÏ Through Fulbright Program

A group of 21 secondary school teachers from 20 different countries is spending six weeks at 51±¬ÁÏ as part of a Fulbright professional development program for foreign educators.  

Tags: Global Reach , Community & Society , Nationally Distinctive

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Turkmen musicians and dancers on Risman Plaza

IN A FLASH: Turkmen on Risman

A delegation from Turkmenistan visited 51±¬ÁÏ and brought cuisine, music and dancing from their culture to Risman Plaza. 

Tags: Global Education , Global Education , Arts & Culture , Global Reach , In a Flash

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Azat Atayev, the deputy minister of education of Turkmenistan and President Todd Diacon exchange handshakes following the signing of an agreement for an educational partnership with the Central Asian nation.

51±¬ÁÏ Signs New Agreement with Central Asian Nation of Turkmenistan

51±¬ÁÏ has entered into an agreement with the Turkmenistan Ministry of Education to begin exploring the possibility of creating an educational partnership with several national institutes of higher learning there. The effort is part of 51±¬ÁÏ’s ongoing commitment to using education to foster global understanding and peace in a divided world.

Tags: University News , Student Life , Global Reach

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Ashton Leigh is the director of the Office of Intercultural Student Life

Office of Intercultural Student Life: A Bridge to American Culture

The Office of Intercultural Student Life, formerly known as International Student Affairs, has a new central location in the Kent Student Center, which has made it more accessible to international students. Along with the new location comes the mission to provide drop-in services for international students.

Tags: University News , Student Life , Global Reach

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A delegation of college recruiters from India is visiting the Kent Campus this week.

Indian Delegation Visiting Kent Campus to Experience University First-Hand

A group of college recruiters who have contributed to 51±¬ÁÏ’s high enrollment of international students from India are on campus this week to experience the university first-hand.

Tags: Student Life , Global Education , Global Reach

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