Ten years ago, the New York Times featured Kent City Manager Dave Ruller and Kent State University’s then-President Lester A. Lefton in an article touting their college town-gown success. Kent State Today is following up on that article, looking at the different ways the town-gown relationship is still flourishing. Read more about the background of the relationship here.    Fourth Time’s a Charm for the Florentine Family  After working at Kent State’s University Communications and Marketing department for eight years, alumnus Jeff Florentine, '11; his wife, J...

There were smiles, laughter and a whole lot of dunks. The Kent State Golden Flashes used their allotted practice time at MVP Arena in Albany, New York, in a relaxed shootaround so that players could get accustomed to the venue's sight lines ahead of Friday's showdown with the Indiana Hoosiers in the NCAA Tournament. Players also took a few moments to sign autographs with fans and take a team photo. Head coach Rob Senderoff and players Sincere Carry and Malique Jacobs also spoke with the national press. This is Kent State's first trip to March Madness since 2017.   R...

Kent State Today met with three Kent State men’s basketball players along with head coach Rob Senderoff. These four Golden Flashes shared what it means to them to be participating in the NCAA Tournament and their love for basketball and their team.  Chris Payton and Miryne Thomas are among transfers who are glad they chose Kent State  Homecoming brings smiles and memories for head coach Rob Senderoff  Chris Hornbeak: Big Man with Big Smile not afraid of Big Moments ...

Cli’Ron Hornbeak’s size is hard to miss. And his smile is hard to forget. Kent State University’s 6’9” center with a deep, booming voice is an imposing force having earned a spot in the starting rotation during his freshman year, but spend a few moments with the team’s top big man and you’ll find him friendly and approachable. Watch Cli'Ron Hornbeak’s interview with Kent State Today: Interview - Cli’Ron Hornbeak - Sophomore - Center from Kent State on Vimeo. Just two years out of high school (St. Francis de Sales in Toledo, Ohio), the oldest of seven children carri...