Willard Jenkins, '73 in Washington DC

Birth of an Advocate

Willard Jenkins’ Journey Through Jazz, Journalism and Community

Birth of an Advocate: The Willard Jenkins Tracks

Growing up, Willard Jenkins, ‘73, found music the way a lot of kids do: by rifling through his dad’s record collection. But when he came to Kent State University, he had to start building one for himself.

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When War Hits Home

Like a nagging toothache, the war in Ukraine is always throbbing in Mark Polatajko’s thoughts. Sometimes the discomfort is slight; other times the deep pain just won’t subside.

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Celebrating International Student-Athletes

Kent State University is proud to host a remarkable group of international student-athletes.

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Writing His Own Stanza

Following a winding path back home led Wick Poetry Center director to a ‘fruitful and valuable career.’

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Class Notes

Here’s the latest news from the last century of Golden Flashes. 

Catch up on what fellow alumni have been doing over the years and be sure to share your update with us as well.

 

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