Global Education Librarian
University Library
1125 Risman Drive, Room 161
Phone: 330-672-1661
E-mail:pnzomo@kent.edu
Research Consultations:
@ University Libraries- 1st Floor
Wednesdays- 9:30am- 11:30am
Welcome to the International Students' library homepage. This page will give you information on how you can access library services, and other useful information that will aid in your studies here at Kent State University.
Open to degree or certificate-seeking students currently enrolled in the present semester, who have been affected by the pandemic and have emergency needs. Fall Semester Applications are now available.
To apply, visit the Dean of Students' website at: https://www.kent.edu/studentaffairs/dean/covid-19-emergency-resources
The Office of Global Education offers an emergency grant to international students who may be struggling financially due to the Coronavirus. Please complete the Emergency Grant Request Form by clicking on the link below:
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.
SPRING 2022 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
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
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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
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SPRING 2020 GROUPS
The Women's Center is partnering with the Office of Global Education (OGE) to sponsor monthly open discussions on the new academic year and settling into life at Kent. Dates, time and place on flier below:
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.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
SPRING 2020- APRIL 21, 2020
SYMPOSIUM ELIGIBILITY
Undergraduate students attending any of Kent State's eight campuses and representing any major are eligible to participate.
Student researchers are required to submit a brief abstract indicating their intent to participate.
The next symposium will be April 21, 2020. Abstracts will be accepted from Dec. 1, 2019 to Feb. 15, 2020
All research, scholarly work, or creative activity must be completed in collaboration with a faculty or graduate student mentor.
BENEFITS OF THE SYMPOSIUM
HAVE QUESTION?
Please direct any questions regarding the Symposium to ugresearch@kent.edu or Ann Gosky, Director of the Office of Student Research, at agosky@kent.edu or 330-672-0837.
Learn More:https://www.kent.edu/research/student-research/undergraduate-research-symposium
PAST SYMPOSIUMS:
SPRING 2019
SYMPOSIUM ELIGIBILITY
Undergraduate students attending any of Kent State's eight campuses and representing any major are eligible to participate.
Student researchers are required to submit a brief abstract indicating their intent to participate.
The next symposium will be April 9, 2019. Abstracts will be accepted from Nov. 1, 2018 to Feb. 15, 2019.
All research, scholarly work, or creative activity must be completed in collaboration with a faculty or graduate student mentor.
BENEFITS OF THE SYMPOSIUM
HAVE QUESTION?
Please direct any questions regarding the Symposium to ugresearch@kent.edu or Student Research Director Ann Gosky, at agosky@kent.edu, or 330-672-0837.
2020 Symposium: APRIL 9-10, 2020
Kent Student Center
The annual Graduate Research Symposium has grown to be the largest annual research event on campus, consistently hosting more than 300 individual presentations for the past three years! The event itself features oral and poster presentations by graduate students from a wide variety of disciplines. Faculty serve as judges for groups of presentations sharing similar themes or representing common areas of study. The Symposium is concluded with an awards luncheon which features a keynote address and presentation of awards to exemplary presenters.
Learn More and Register: https://www.kent.edu/graduatestudies/research-symposium
For information about previous years' events, please see Past Symposia page.
INTERNATIONAL GRADUATION RECEPTION- Fall 2020
Check back for virtual dates
INTERNATIONAL GRADUATION RECEPTION- SPRING 2020
Congratulations,Spring 2020 international graduates! The Office of Alumni Relations invites you, your family and friends to celebrate your graduation. We will recognize your achievements as an international graduate by presenting you with a free Kent State graduation stole embroidered with your country's name. Graduation stoles are a traditional adornment that students can proudly wear on commencement day.
After the remarks from our guest speakers, you will be called to the stage to be recognized and bestowed with a graduation stole. In addition to participating in this special ceremony, you will be able to take photos and enjoy an assortment of soft drinks, cookies and brownies while socializing with fellow graduates and guests.
Learn more: upcoming
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.
Fall 2018 International Graduation Reception, Thursday December 13, 2018 at 4pm
Sponsored by the Kent State Alumni Association.
Venue: The Center for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
Cost: Free
Registration required by December 10, 2018.
Primary Contact: Gustavo Stille, Phone: 330-672-5368; Email: gstille@kent.edu
Are you an international student with a great idea for a business, but aren't sure how to set up a business in the United States? Join LaunchNET to get free legal advice, receive tips on setting up a successful business and learn about business related resources available to you on campus!
All participants of the workshop will have an opportunity to win $380 toward the OPT fee or other business expenses.
Bring your questions. Bring a pen and notepad. Bring a friend!
In collaboration with:
Margaret W. Wong & Associates
Kent State Office of Global Education
International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education and is aimed at promoting programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences in the United States. (United States Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
The 2017 International Education Week takes place November 13-17 and features an array of events and activities including: World Poetry Reading, a Cultural café (featuring Benin and Azerbaijan) and the International Cook-off.
Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE)
The SURE program funds promising undergraduate researchers for eight weeks over the summer to engage in faculty-supervised research. The SURE program will support students with a $2,800 stipend and on-campus housing if needed. Faculty are provided with a $400 stipend to offset the cost of supplies/materials necessary for research.
Learn more: https://www.kent.edu/student_research/summer-undergraduate-research-experience
Mandatory for all incoming international students, the International Student Orientation will be held on Monday August 21, 2017, 8:30am- Noon at the Student Center Ballroom. Join the staff of the Office of Global Education and other speakers as they introduce you to your new life and home at Kent State. You will be provided with a wealth of useful, need-to-know information. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please bring your passport or student ID with you. To learn more and register, please click here.
Wednesday, May 10: International Graduation Reception. Kent Student Center Ballroom, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. International Graduates! Join us to celebrate your upcoming graduation with food, fun, and guest speaker, Raj Agarwal. Registration Required. Register before April 9 to receive a FREE graduation stole with an imprint of the name of your home country. Click here for more details.
This event took place on Thursday, January 26- 6pm-8pm
Place: Library Fab Fourth- Main Library- 4th Floor
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This event took place on Thursday, Jan 19th, 6-8pm at the Kent State University Library- First Floor- Quiet Study area
Office of Student Research
https://www.kent.edu/ugresearch/student-research-events
Check out various events scheduled campus wide in honor of International Education Week including:
Monday, November 14: Global Market Day. Kent Student Center Ballroom, 5 - 7pm.
November 14-18: 丰(豐)富 Fēngfù: A Time of Abundance Selected Works -Quiet Study Lounge, University Library - Open during regular library hours.
Tuesday, November 15: World Poetry Reading - Traveling Stanzas - College of Architecture & Environmental Design, Room 120- 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Wednesday, November 16: OGE Cultural Café- Peru and Ukraine, Kent Student Center, Room 306- 4:00 to 5:30 pm.
Thursday, November 17: International Cook-off Competition 2016- Six teams will prepare two recipes and compete for first place to win the International Cook Off. The teams are Bangladesh, Brazil, Nepal, India, South Korea and Saudi Arabia. The winner will be chosen by 3 judges and the Crowd Favorite will be chosen by the electronic votes cast via text by the audience, who will be sampling the dishes. -Kent Student Center Ballroom, 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
Learn more / see a full listing of events at:
https://www.kent.edu/globaleducation/iew2016
The library’s theme- Explore the world- features a display in the lobby with flags and statistics on our international students; and a table where students can learn about the resources we have related to international travel such as e-books, pocket guides, as well as print books. They can also play the vexillology game, and view a demo of the Global Warrior Database which we currently have on trial offer, or try it out on your own at: http://www.globalroadwarrior.com/directclient_index2.asp?c=kentstateuniversity
International Cook-off Competition
Part of the Events featured during International Education Week- the International Cook off Competition features six teams from Bangladesh, Brazil, Nepal, India, South Korea and Saudi Arabia. The teams will prepare two recipes and compete for first place to win the International Cook Off. The winner will be chosen by 3 judges and the Crowd Favorite will be chosen by the electronic votes cast via text by the audience, who will be sampling the dishes. -Kent Student Center Ballroom, 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
Learn more: https://www.kent.edu/globaleducation/2016cookoff
October Cultural Café- Colombia & Honduras
The Office of Global Education sponsors a series of Cultural Cafés that aim at educating faculty and staff about the home countries of our international students. During each Cultural Café, two international students from the featured countries give a short presentation about their home country. Food from the two featured countries is also served. October’s cultural café features Colombia and Honduras. The event will be held on Wednesday, October 26 , 4pm – 5pm at the Kent Student Center Ballroom Balcony. Please see link below for more info. No registration is required.
https://www.kent.edu/globaleducation/cultural-caf%C3%A9
Find your subject librarian and how to contact them via e-mail, on the list at the link below. Subject librarians are available to help you with your research, doing one on one consultations and generally provide group library instruction specifically in your subject area.
Chinese (Mandarin)- Contact Yuening Zhang
French- Contact Tammy Voelker, Amanda Faehnel, Peggy Nzomo
German- Contact Michael Hawkins
Spanish- Contact Tammy Voelker
Swahili- Contact Peggy Nzomo
Turkish- Contact Sevim McCutcheon
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