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Housing Information and Details

All students will stay in Kent State University housing (double occupancy) in residence halls on campus. Counselors reside in the residence halls to supervise at all times. Roommate requests can be noted on the application and we will do our best to accommodate requests.

What to Pack

Sheets, light blanket, pillows and regular-sized towels are provided, although we highly recommend bringing personal blankets and pillows. Meals will be provided; however, if you wish to bring additional snacks or money, please plan accordingly.

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Example Schedule - What a Typical Day Looks Like

Each day at Summer Fashion Academy is designed to give you a real glimpse into fashion school life. You’ll learn new skills, create in the studio and collaborate with other students who share your interests. The week builds toward the final fashion show experience, where you’ll celebrate everything you’ve accomplished.

Schedule includes:

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Program Delivery

The Summer Fashion Academy is a one-week program that offers a carefully curated series of lessons and activities that approach fashion from multiple angles, examining both the design and business aspects. The program is every bit as fun as it is enriching.

During the all-inclusive week, which includes six nights in a Kent State residence hall, all meals, supplies and materials, students will work individually and in teams to complete a variety of creative projects.

As part of the creative exploration, students will:

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Requirements and Benefits

The Summer Fashion Academy is for students who:

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Journalism Major Scores Numerous Front-Page Stories in Knight-Funded Internship

Lauren Cohen, senior journalism major

Update: On July 20, Lauren posted the following message to Instagram: "I’m thrilled to share that after graduating from Kent State in May, I am continuing my career with the Akron Beacon Journal within the USA TODAY Co., Inc. Network! I will be stepping into the role of breaking/trending news reporter. I have worked with the publication as an intern since January, and I couldn’t be more excited to transition into a full-time role. The journalists at the Akron Beacon Journal produce important community journalism, and I can’t wait to continue learning from such a talented team." Lauren Coh...

Petty Cash or Change Fund Request

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KIC Bylaws

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KIC Constitution

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Kent State Alum’s Path from History Degree to Corporate Career at Arhaus

Exterior of Bowman Hall on the Kent Campus

Kent State University wasn’t just where alumna Julia Ryan went to school; it was part of her life growing up in Northeast Ohio with her father, Frank X. Ryan, Ph.D., associate professor and undergraduate coordinator of philosophy. “I kind of grew up on the Kent State campus,” Ryan said. “It was always a shoo-in: ‘I know I’m going to Kent, but what is it going to be for?’”Raised in a family that valued the humanities, Ryan decided to major in history and minor in political science.“History was always a big interest for me,” she said. “For a while, I tottered between theater or something el...

Kent State Honors College Student Feels ‘At Home’ For U.S. College Experience

Meet Shashwati:Shashwati Sikder Sharaya made the journey to Kent State University from Dhaka, Bangladesh, to pursue a degree in biotechnology. Currently in her junior year, she is an accomplished student involved in several organizations, including the Kent State University Honors College and also serves as a Peer Assisted Study Session leader. This upcoming summer, she will also participate in the Kent State Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE). Working alongside Dr. Kim Min Ho, she is accomplishing her dreams in medical research by earning a bachelor's degree f...

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