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November 13, 2019 | Week 13 |
Maintaining Status: Updating Your Address & Phone in Flashline
Every individual with a cell phone or email address has most likely received some sort of scam communication. It is important to know the difference between scam and regular communication, because giving individuals information in the course of a scam can leave you vulnerable, sometimes financially speaking. Our Information Services department offers help on security awareness. Make sure to read through the information carefully. They provide contact information at the bottom of the page in case you have questions or concerns.
For phone calls and emails alike, remember to never give information such as your phone number, address, birth date, social security number, visa information, etc. In the case that someone is calling from a company you work with or a school you have attended, then they should have your information in front of them to verify.
Stay safe and be smart out there! |
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Student Spotlight: Meet Jaroslav Skuta
Jaroslav Skuta is an international graduate student studying music performance with a concentration in clarinet. He’s come to Kent State University from his home in the Czech Republic in order to pursue his lifelong passion for music. Jaroslav played clarinet in an ensemble when he was in high school and studied performance at a Czech music conservatory, and these experiences helped him understand how special music truly is. He says, “I’ve always loved music, and I really wanted to find a career that made it a part of my life.” His dream is to become a professional musician or college professor so that he can help shape the next generation of clarinet performers. |
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We Want to Highlight YOU
Want to be our student spotlight? We will highlight someone every week throughout the academic year. If you are interested in being interviewed, email Jacob Kulas at jkulas1@kent.edu by putting "International Student Profile" in the subject line. Check out previous student profiles here. |
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LaunchNET
LaunchNET Kent State helps students, faculty/staff, and alumni transform their ideas into thriving businesses, successful projects, or innovative collaborations. They offer entrepreneurship advice, business help, tools, resources, and innovative & design thinking to help with the creation of businesses. Visit the LaunchNET website for more information. |
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Student Legal Services
Student Legal Services offers students access to attorneys who can assist in identifying and resolving common legal problems. This resource is available to all students enrolled in a degree program at the Kent campus. Attorneys are available to render legal and referral services to individual KSU students who have chosen to participate in the legal service plan. |
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International Education Week
International Education Week will feature over 20 events throughout campus that celebrate international culture. For more information, visit the IEW 2019 website.
November 21st
International Cook-Off from 6 to 8 p.m. in the KSC Ballroom
Enjoy foods from around the world, prepared by teams of KSU international students. Bring your appetite – for food and culture – and vote for the 2019 People’s Choice cuisine from among food and beverages from six international cultures! This event is free and open to the KSU community. |
November 12th-15th
Career Development Week at Kent State University
Check out the full schedule and register for employer panels, Networking Sessions, and a Flashternship opportunity here.
November 13th
Panel Celebrating UNESCO’s International Year of Indigenous Languages at 7:30 p.m. in Satterfield Hall 122
In celebration of UNESCO’s Year of Indigenous Languages, the Department of Modern and Classical Language Studies at Kent State is hosting a panel on “Indigenous Languages—A Site of Identity Contestation. Interim Associate Dean Babacar M’Baye will moderate a panel of four speakers, to be followed by Q&A. This event is free and open to all.
Open Mic Night from 6 to 9 p.m. at Standing Rock (300 N Water St.)
Open Mic Nights now happening on Wednesday at the Gallery! All ages and talents are welcome!
November 19th
Global Peace Poem Workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Wick Poetry Corner, Kent State Library
As part of International Education week, the Wick Poetry Center invites international students and scholars to contribute their voices to the Global Peace Poem. More information here.
November 20th
International Student Career Boot Camp from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Moulton Hall Ballroom
This event is designed to help international students elevate their professional presence on paper, in-person and online, and it prepares international students for seeking full-time, part-time and on-campus student employment. Link to register on Handshake here – This will lead you to the preview of the event, click on the full event page to register. By pre-registering for the event, you will be eligible and can win awards up to $200 and earn the Career Ready Certificate. Lunch will only be available for pre-registered students.
November 28th
Tree City Turkey Trot 5K Race at 9 a.m. in Fred Fuller Park
Kent Parks and Recreation is hosting a 5K race (with prizes for 1-3 place winners!). There will also be a good drive for Kent Social Services. Registration and more details here.
Thanksgiving Zumbathon from 9 to 11 a.m. at Kent Parks & Rec Fitness Center
Start your holiday by dancing the morning away! $5 for members ($10 for non-members). 14 years to adults are welcome!
February 12th
International Student Pitch Contest from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Great Lakes Science Center Cleveland, Ohio
International Students with talent and experience in their fields will be pitching their ideas and competing for amazing prizes. The final call for submissions is January 24. For more information and registration, email Supriya Tamang at supriya@globalcleveland.org. |
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Monday |
1:30-4 pm |
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9-11:30 am |
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Tuesday |
1:30-4:00 pm |
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9-11:30 am & 1:30-4 pm |
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Wednesday |
9-11:30 am |
9:00-11:00 am & 1:30-3:45 pm |
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11 am & 3 pm Only |
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Thursday |
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Friday |
9-11:30 am |
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9-11:30 am |
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You can make an appointment via KSU Advising in your FlashLine. To reach us by phone, call +1 (330) 672-7980. If no advising is available, contact isss@kent.edu. |
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Contact Us
Office of Global Education
International Student and Scholar Services
625 Loop Road
106 Van Campen Hall
Kent, Ohio 44242
Phone: +1 (330) 672-7980
Email: isss@kent.edu
Website: www.kent.edu/isss |
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