Fall 2022 Online International Student Orientation Canvas Course

Available on canvas with the following library modules

Academic Integrity-  Mandatory

Introduction to Library Resources & Services

Finding Information: Database searching, Evaluation of Information, Research Papers

LIVE session- Library Resources & Services

When: Thursday, September 8

Time: 2:00pm- 3:00pm

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Fall 2022 International Student Orientation Resource Fair

The Fall 2022  international student Orientation resource fair

Where: Student Center- Balcony

Date & Time: Thursday August 18, 2:30-3:30pm

The Graduate Student Orientation resource fair

Where: Student Center- Balcony

Date & Time: Thursday August 18, :30pm-4:30pm

FALL 2022 WORKSHOPS

 Online workshops with an emphasis on technology, remote learning tools can be accessed at  

https://training.kent.edu/courses.php

SPRING  WORKSHOPS

Because of COVID-19 related concerns, no in person workshops will be held at the library. Online workshops with an emphasis on technology, remote learning tools can be accessed at  

https://training.kent.edu/courses.php

LIBRARY WORKSHOPS- PAST OFFERINGS

Note:  ALL workshops are held on the First Floor in the Main Library RM 152

Register at: https://training.kent.edu/courses.php

Learn More: https://www.library.kent.edu/university-libraries-workshops

• Introduction to APA Citation Style
  This workshop will introduce participants to the general rules for citing materials and writing papers using APA style. Hands-on activities will provide practice in writing citations and formatting. Computers are provided, however, feel free to bring your laptop. 

• Managing Your Research: Zotero, Mendeley, & EndNote
   Zotero, Mendeley, and Endnote are tools used to gather, organize, and analyze information resources for your research. Create a database of articles/references, cite resources as you write, work with/annotate pdfs, collaborate with others, and more. This session introduces you to these three possibilities.

• Finding Articles with Databases & Google Scholar
  Learn search techniques that will help you maximize your use of library research databases and search engines such as Google Scholar. These techniques will help you hone in to find the best information resources for your needs.

• Copyright Basics (March 10)
• Concepts important to higher education will be covered in this workshop, including Fair Use, the Public Domain, Creative Commons licensing, and Open Access. Common scenarios will be presented, along with choices for practical solutions. There will be some time for Q&A, so bring your questions.

• How to do a Literature Review
  Literature reviews are completed for many purposes: papers, articles, grants, theses, dissertations, etc. This session will explain and show steps and resources for developing, managing, and completing a traditional literature review.

• The OhioLINK ETD Center
  This workshop will cover the procedural aspects of submission of theses and dissertations to the OhioLINK ETD Center. We will create a sample student account in the ETD and demonstrate options within the system. There will be some time for Q&A, so bring your questions.

• Getting Started with Systematic Reviews
  Systematic reviews (SR) gather, analyze, and synthesize prior research on topics. Different types of systematic review provide background for papers, articles, grants, theses, dissertations, etc. Systematic reviews may also stand on their own. This session introduces types of SR, sources, and steps.

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FALL 2022- Chai n' Coffee

The Office of Global Education (OGE) and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) are organizing a monthly Chai n’ Coffee circle for international students to gain fellowship and support.  It’s an open space to talk and share one’s experiences away from home and adjusting to a new culture (America, Kent State University, etc.).  Registration is not required!  Refreshments and beverages will be served!

Dates: 8/26/2022, 9/30/2022, 10/28/2022, 11/18/2022,

Time: 9 am – 10 am

Location: 107 Conference Room, Heer Hall

Support Groups- Psychological Services/ University Health Services 

SPRING 2022 SUPPORT GROUPS ARE AVAILABLE!

All meetings are held virtually- visit our website for more information and register at : https://www.kent.edu/caps/group-counseling

Workshops, skill based groups  and support groups are available each semester and are run by Psychological Services staff. These groups are free of charge to students.Various topics covered including : Assertive Communication, Building a Satisfying Lifestyle, Building Better Boundaries, Letting go off Perfectionism. Learn More...

FALL 2021  GROUPS ARE AVAILABLE!

All meetings are held virtually- visit our website for more information and register at : https://www.kent.edu/caps/group-counseling

Various skill based groups are available each semester run by Psychological Services staff. These groups are free of charge to students.Click on the links to registerThe Procrastination trap webinarEmpowering students in RecoveryMind full or mindful?Art of coping: Building emotional resilienceAnxiety toolbox groupSleep 101 WorkshopThought Hacking WorkshopLetting go of perfectionism workshop

FALL 2020  GROUPS ARE AVAILABLE!

All meetings are held virtually- visit our website for more information and register at : https://www.kent.edu/caps/group-counseling

• Empowering students in recovery- Thursdays 6-7:30pm

• Art of Coping- Wednesdays- 3:30-5pm

• Anxiety & Stress during COVID-19- Tuesdays 4- 5pm

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SPRING 2020 GROUPS 

The Conversation Partners Program at Kent State University is a voluntary program that pairs international students with students from the United States (i.e. domestic students/American students). Once an international student and domestic student are paired, they meet once per week for one hour. During these meetings, partners share information about their culture, home country/state/city, education, and more! The meetings between Conversation Partners can take place virtually or in-person. This program is very flexible because you are free to choose how you would like to meet and when you would like to meet as long as it is for one hour each week. There will be regularly scheduled opportunities for everyone involved in this program to meet in group settings as well. 

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Cultural Cafés-   FALL 2022

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Cultural Cafés-   SPRING 2022

March 2022

To foster multicultural diversity and awareness on campus, International Student and Scholar Services at the Office of Global Education sponsors a series of Cultural Cafés each semester. Each month, students, faculty, and staff are invited to the informal and free Café that seeks to educate and familiarize them about the countries and cultures present within the KSU community. The March Cultural Café features international students from Indonesia and Kazakhstan  who will give short presentations with information about traditions and culture, government, history, geography, and food of their respective countries. In addition, there will be traditional food dishes from Indonesia and Kazakhstan which Café guests can enjoy during the intermission between the two presentations.

This presentation is open to all.  No registration required.

February 2022

When: February 15, 2022 in KSC 310, 4:00 -5:30 PMShowcase Countries:  Bolivia and Rwanda

PAST CAFES

October 2021

To foster multicultural diversity and awareness on campus, International Student and Scholar Services at the Office of Global Education sponsors a series of Cultural Cafés each semester. Each month, students, faculty, and staff are invited to the informal and free Café that seeks to educate and familiarize them about the countries and cultures present within the KSU community. The October Cultural Café features International students  from Lebanon and Malaysia who will give short presentations with information about traditions and culture, government, history, geography, and food. In addition, there will be traditional food dishes from Lebanon and Malaysia, which Café guests can enjoy during the intermission between the two presentations.

This presentation is open to all.  No registration required

WHEN: Tuesday October 19th 3;30pm- 5:00pm

WHERE:Kent Student Center, Ballroom Balcony

September 2021

African American (US) and Democratic Republic of Congo- Wednesday February 10, 4:30-5:30pm

Wednesday, February 10, 4:30pm- 5:30pm

Learn more about the African American and the Democratic Republic of the Congo cultures. Our presenters are Ebony Jones from the U.S. and Cedric Mubikayi Kabasele from the DRCTo join the Cultural Café via Teams, please click here.

February 12, 4:00- 5:30pm, KSC Ballroom Balcony

Study Abroad showcase:  Italy and South Korea

To foster multicultural diversity and awareness on campus, International Student and Scholar Services at the Office of Global Education sponsors a series of Cultural Cafés each semester. Each month, students, faculty, and staff are invited to the informal and free Café that seeks to educate and familiarize them about the countries and cultures present within the KSU community. The February Cultural Café features international students and former study abroad participants from/ to Italy and South Korea  who will give short presentations with information about traditions and culture, government, history, geography, and food. In addition, there will be traditional food dishes from Italy and South Korea, which Café guests can enjoy during the intermission between the two presentations.

This presentation is open to all.  No registration required.

Homecoming International Celebration

The Homecoming International Celebration is one of two signature events the Office of International Student Affairs facilitates each year. The celebration gives international students an opportunity to showcase their home country and its cultures. The event is free to attend and open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members. Attendees get to visit different countries via “passport”, taste food from around the world, and watch a showcase of cultural performances. The Celebration happens the Friday of every Homecoming weekend in the Fall. 

When:  Friday, September 30, from 5-7 p.m. Location: Student Green

If you have any questions about this event, including interest in showcasing your country and participating in this year’s Celebration, please email Ash Mierau, Interim Director, at amierau@kent.edu. For more information about other Homecoming festivities at Kent State University, visit the Homecoming website.

The 2022 International Cook-Off Competition Will Celebrate Cultural Cuisine

Mark Your Calendars, Bring Your Appetite and Be Ready to Share all the Food, Fun and Festivities at This Year's Cook-Off

Date: February 16th, 2022

Kent Student Center Ballroom

OGE’s signature event, the International Cook-Off Competition, is moving from International Education Week to I Heart Travel Week this year. The Cook-Off is scheduled for Wednesday, February 16th, 2022 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM in the Kent Student Center Ballroom. Hosted by the Office of Global Education and supported by Kent State Dining Services, the Cook-Off will feature food and beverages from around the world. The event is free but pre-registration is required, and space will be limited. Registration begins on Friday, February 4th, at 12:00 noon. Register HERE.

The cook-off will feature four student culinary teams, who will compete as finalists in the competition. The four teams are: Brazil, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, and a combined team representing the countries of the Middle East and North Africa. Learn more.

Global Cleveland International student Pitch Contest

Global Cleveland will be presenting 12 international students who have impressive talents, experience and an innovative idea that you want to pitch in front of employers, this is your time. This opportunity is not limited to current students; if you were previously enrolled, a graduate or an international newcomer currently residing in Northeast Ohio, you can start filling out your application form. Selected international students will pitch to attendees and guest judges (employers from different fields) in a showcase/demo table style presentation.

Categories

There are 4 categories for student to pitch in:

• Business Management and Process Improvement

• Community/Civic Innovations

• Healthcare/Biomedical

• IT/Connected Devices (IOT)

Submission

Please submit a single paragraph describing their pitch ideas and/or 3 Powerpoint slides and application with a summary. Submissions need to be received by close of day on February 11, 2021.

More Information about the Contest.