Student Life
‘We’ve Created a Community Here’
Hype music and large glow sticks pounded the air in the Kiva as the Nov. 8 I AM FIRST celebration marked the middle of I AM FIRST Week at Kent State, honoring first-generation college students, those students who are or will be the first in their family to complete a bachelor’s degree.
Getting That Summer Advantage
For many students, especially Lilly Kensicki and Nina Lozada, Kent State’s University Summer Advantage saves time and money – but it can also make dreams come true.
IN A FLASH: The Glow from the Grow
The greenhouses behind Cunningham Hall cast a warm glow at night.
Demystifying the Library: Student Multimedia Studio
The University Library is one of the most popular buildings at Kent State, serving as a study spot, a place to grab coffee and an academic resource for students. As finals season looms, Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Today takes a deeper look into University Libraries in a three-part series. Up first, a makerspace for creativity.
‘There’s Nothing that Can Adequately Prepare You for Such an Extraordinary Experience’
LaKaleb Bowen, Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ senior criminology and justice studies major admits that he’s become a little addicted to Kent State’s education-abroad programs.
IN A FLASH: Final Fall Farmers’ Market
The final Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Farmers' Market of the fall semester moves indoors, inside the DI Hub, on Nov. 14.
‘You Don’t Learn If You Don’t Ever Fail’
Kathryn Wilson, Ph.D., professor of economics at Â鶹¾«Ñ¡, designs her courses with the intention of having students achieve. Her attention to detail, respect from her students and her passion for teaching have earned her the 2023 Distinguished Teaching Award.
Take a Whirlwind Journey Abroad With Blank Lab’s New Immersive ExhibitÂ
Experience a new immersive exhibit highlighting Kent State's education abroad destinations at the Blank Lab in the Design Innovation Hub.
IN A FLASH: Flashes at the Freeze Out
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ President Todd Diacon joined the Marching Golden Flashes and fans at Dix Stadium to cheer on our team at the annual Freeze Out Game.
Tears of Mourning and Hopes for Peace
Students gathered on Risman Plaza for a candlelight vigil mourning Palestinian lives lost in Gaza.
