Kent State University, Geauga Campus and Twinsburg Academic Center

06/02/2026

Kent State Regional Campuses provide a high- quality education close to home — without the heavy tuition burden. Begin Where You Belong ➡️ www.kent.edu/regional-campuses

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

Earn affordable, in-demand degrees with flexible schedules at a Kent State Regional Campus – your future is close to home. Begin Where You Belong ➡️ www.kent.edu/regional-campuses

05/23/2026

Kent State Regional Campuses deliver unique learning experiences that build real skills to launch your career. Begin Where You Belong ➡️ www.kent.edu/regional-campuses

05/22/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom.

In observance of Memorial Day, there will be no classes and all Regional Campus offices will be closed on Monday, May 25.

05/19/2026

Students from our Geauga Campus and Twinsburg Academic Center earned seven awards at the 2026 Kent State English Department Writing Awards Ceremony. A remarkable showing that reflects the academic strength of both campuses.
Representing a range of experience levels, from first-year freshmen to College Credit Plus students still completing high school, this year’s honorees distinguished themselves through rigorous research, persuasive argumentation, and compelling storytelling across the College Writing and Perryman Award categories.

2026 Award Recipients:
- Jean-Marie Morris-Barrie | 1st Place, College Writing [first photo]
- Jada Roquemore-Bogan | 1st Place, Perryman Award [second photo]
- Ethan Hart | 2nd Place, Perryman Award [third photo]
- Mariska Ropog | 3rd Place, Perryman Award [fourth photo]
- Peyton Duffley | 1st Place, Research Writing [fifth photo]
- Maria Metoki | 2nd Place, Perryman Award [sixth photo]
- Lila Mardis | 3rd Place, Perryman Award [seventh photo]

A special recognition is also extended to Aiden Pho, this year’s recipient of the John C. Tamplin Award for Excellence in Writing Center Work.

These achievements speak to more than individual talent. They are a testament to the distinctive educational experience that smaller campus environments can offer. One defined by close faculty mentorship, personalized feedback, and sustained academic engagement. Equal recognition is due to the four faculty members whose instruction made this success possible: Dr. Sorina Ailiesei [eighth photo], Dr. Mary Hricko [ninth photo], Professor Mahli Mechenbier [tenth photo], and Dr. Bonnie Shaker [eleventh photo].

Learn more about each recipient and their award-winning work: https://www.kent.edu/geauga/news/7-winners-kent-state-geauga-twinsburg-academic-center

05/19/2026

Kent State Regional Campuses give students trusted, high-quality learning experiences that guide them toward career success. Begin Where You Belong ➡️ www.kent.edu/regional-campuses

05/18/2026

Are you searching for a career with purpose? One that makes a difference in your community every day? Kent State Geauga is proud to be part of an exciting opportunity that could change your future.

The first-ever Hiring Heroes Job Fair is coming to our campus on June 18th from 3-7 p.m., connecting job seekers across Northeast Ohio with careers in law enforcement, behavioral health, emergency response, healthcare, and public service.

At the event, you can expect:
- Face-to-face conversations with professionals in the field
- Information on our Bachelor of Social Work program & Kent State Police Academy
- Free resume assistance & professional headshots
- K9 demonstrations, emergency vehicle displays & hands-on experiences
- A career notebook for the first 100 attendees!

No prior experience? No problem. Many of these pathways are open to those just starting out. This event is open to all Northeast Ohio residents; you do not need to live in Geauga County to attend.

Questions? Contact Tracy Jordan, Crisis Response Director at the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office: 440-279-2062, [email protected]

05/14/2026

Students Zaniya Houston (a Neuroscience major) and Joey Colbetzor (an Anthropology major) prepare for their SURE research project this summer at the Twinsburg Academic Center.

Zaniya (mentored by Dr. Sanhita Gupta and Dr. Linda Spurlock) and Joey (mentored by Prof. Mahli Mechenbier and Dr. Linda Spurlock) will be working with decomposition bacteria and soil samples this summer—in the field and in the lab—while applying the principles of technical writing to their research. Zaniya says, “The Student Undergraduate Research Experience gives students the opportunity to assist faculty in their research and to learn from their expertise. I am so grateful to be able to work with all three of my faculty mentors this summer."

05/11/2026

Relive the memories from our Nursing Pinning and Commencement Ceremonies held on May 8th, 2026. We are proud of every graduate who celebrated this milestone with us.

Thank you to our speakers, whose powerful messages and meaningful advice left a lasting impression on all in attendance: Commencement Speaker Dr. Marlea Miano, Chief Medical Officer of University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center; Commencement Student Speaker Shoniya Woodruff; and Nursing Pinning Student Speaker Kiara Rodgers.

Congratulations to our alumni award recipients: Kelli Crea, recipient of the Early Career Achievement Award, and Ronda McCaskey, recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award. Your achievements are an inspiration to our graduates.

Revisit Friday’s Ceremonies: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCTxZy 🎓

Our amazing photography was done by Andrew Jordan 📸