Support Our College of Communication and Information
Dear Alumni and Friends,
The College of Communication and Information (CCI) is the only college in the nation that houses schools of technology, design, media, communication and information in one place. Our nationally-ranked, interdisciplinary and flexible programs allow CCI students to create the educational path best suited to their talents and interests, and align that path to emerging and evolving job markets.
Your gifts to CCI, no matter the size, have direct and immediate impact. Your donations can provide our students access to education through scholarships or support for innovative and life-changing programs, such as study abroad or Project Citizen.
CCI is fully committed to student success – from providing technology and equipment or other emergency scholarship funds for students in need, to offering robust professional and academic support to ensure our students not only graduate but are also well-prepared to pursue their dreams.
Every day, your gifts make a positive difference in the lives of our students and our CCI community. Thank you for your valued partnership and generosity.
With gratitude,
Amy Reynolds, Ph.D.
Dean College of Communication and Information
The College of Communication and Information has several philanthropic priorities that position our students for continued success:
Scholarships — All students should have access to higher education and the brighter future that comes with a college degree. Our students have the desire to learn and the drive to be successful, but many need the financial support that scholarships provide. Our college and individual schools offer scholarships that will support students throughout their collegiate careers.
First Passport — While the benefits of studying abroad are immeasurable, the process can be daunting. Roughly 50 percent of students do not have passports when they first arrive on campus. Our first passport program reimburses students for the cost of obtaining their passport. Taking this first step toward global education activates a student’s imagination about global destinations and shows them we are invested in their success. More than 100 passports have been awarded to students since 2017.
Student Media — Our nationally-recognized Student Media outlets offer students the opportunity to immerse themselves in all forms of news and entertainment media. Student Media is student-led and student-staffed and replicates professional media work environments. The 20th century digital disruption of all forms of media, including Student Media, means that a new funding model is required to sustain the award-winning work that our students produce. Nationally, non-profit news organizations are turning to philanthropic support to replace significantly declining ad revenue. Gifts to Student Media are vital for its future.
To support specific programs and areas of study, please select a school below:
- School of Communication Studies
- School of Emerging Media and Technology (formerly Digital Sciences)
- School of Information
- School of Media and Journalism (formerly Journalism and Mass Communication)
- School of Visual Communication Design
Select any of the links below to learn more about the most common options for giving to Kent State University.
Give Online, By Phone or By Mail
Making a gift online, by phone or through the mail are simple and direct ways to support Kent State.
Faculty and Staff Giving
What sets us apart is how we come together for our students. Faculty and staff support of Kent State goes above and beyond the work we do every day and strengthens our university as a result.
Employer Matching
Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions or volunteer hours made by their employees.
Planned Giving
A planned gift is a way to leave a lasting legacy and make a profound impact on Kent State University well into the future.
Endowment and Naming Opportunities
The creation of an endowment benefitting a scholarship or program or the decision to name a position, space or program allows for your gift to Kent State to reach far into the future.
Corporate Partnerships
The university offers various ways for corporations to partner with the institution, including sponsorships and naming opportunities throughout its eight-campus footprint in Northeast Ohio.
Memorial and Honorarium Gifts
Kent State University has several options for donating in memory of or in honor of a loved one, friend, colleague or organization. This is a unique way to pay tribute while making an important impact on students and programs.
More Ways to Give
View a list of all the different ways you can give through Kent State, including through wire transfers, donor advised funds, real estate, securities and more.