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Alumni News

Kent State University isn’t just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio — it’s where more than 285,000 alumni earned degrees that propelled them forward on pathways to success.

From boardrooms and creative studios to nonprofits and the skies above, Golden Flashes are leading with purpose and passion. Their stories of innovation, leadership and impact showcase a boldness of spirit that is undeniably Kent State — where education transforms lives and values like respect and compassion are more than ideals; they are core values to live by. Read on for stories of Golden Flashes around the globe who are doing extraordinary things.

Sean Kelty, ’21

Sept. 24, 2026

As a corporate partnerships account manager for the Carolina Hurricanes, Sean Kelty facilitates accounts ranging from local shops to big name brands like Lenovo, Pepsi, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Fanatics. He first found his passion for sponsorship execution and activation while…

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A Century of Stories

Aug. 26, 2026

For 100 years, The Kent Stater has chronicled the people, events and moments that have transformed Kent State and the world beyond its campus.

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Find Your Kent State Community

Aug. 25, 2026

Graduation may mark the end of a student’s time on campus, but it doesn’t have to be the end of their Kent State story.

25 Years Later: Kent State Alumni Remember the Day Aviation Changed Forever

Aug. 24, 2026

For Kent State College of Aeronautics and Engineering alumni, Sept. 11, 2001, is more than a moment in history — it is a day they experienced firsthand and one that forever changed the aviation profession.

Aug. 21, 2026

Jacqueline Flickinger, ’20, moved to Detroit, Michigan, in 2024 for a position with Ford Motor Company as an assistant ecommerce specialist. Living out of state, she was looking for ways to still be part of the Golden Flash community.

Aug. 10, 2026

The following new members have been appointed to serve on the Kent State Alumni Association National Board of Directors for a three-year term, which began July 1:John Mercer, of East Liverpool, Ohio, is a senior gift officer at Mercy Health Foundation – Mahoning Valley. He…

Alicia Jordan, ’14

Aug. 6, 2026

From museum exhibits to marketing campaigns, Alicia Jordan uses design and storytelling to bring ideas to life. The Kent State visual communication design graduate now serves as an art and video director at Innis Maggiore, where she creates meaningful experiences for clients…

July 24, 2026

Move-in day is a surreal experience for students and their families as they pack up, say goodbye to childhood bedrooms and friends, and welcome the next big chapter in their lives. Anyone who lived on campus during their time at university will often say it was the best time of…

Ian Holt’s Breakthrough Season Built on Kent State Roots

July 22, 2026

Ian Holt, ’18, isn't trying to look too far ahead, even as everything in his career suggests he's on the verge of the next big step

July 14, 2026

Stepping across the stage to receive a Kent State diploma is a major life milestone. As graduates begin this new journey, they take with them a solid education, personal growth, a network of peers and more. However, some of the most priceless memories they walk away with are the…