The Kent Blossom Music Festival, with an over-five-decades-long legacy, returns to Kent State for its 58th season, running from June 21 through July 26. As the only partnership of its kind between a major American orchestra and a public university, it partners with The Cleveland Orchestra to provide talented young artists with the unique opportunity to grow their skill sets and perform side by side with their mentors in a professional setting. ...
Kent State University observes Thanksgiving Break Nov. 25-29. No classes in session on Nov. 25 but campus offices remain open. Campus closed Nov. 26-29.
Kent State University observes Thanksgiving Break Nov. 25-29. No classes in session on Nov. 25 but campus offices remain open. Campus closed Nov. 26-29.
Kent State University observes Thanksgiving Break Nov. 25-29, 2026. No classes in session on Nov. 25 but campus offices remain open.
Kent State University observes Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026. All campus buildings and offices are closed.
Kent State University observes Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026. All campus buildings and offices are closed.
Welcome new fall 2026 students! We look forward to helping you find your way around. At New Student Welcome, you will have the opportunity to meet our great faculty, staff and students as we help you find your classrooms, register you for your parking permit, purchase your textbooks and so much more!
Welcome new fall 2026 students! We look forward to helping you find your way around. At New Student Welcome, you will have the opportunity to meet our great faculty, staff and students as we help you find your classrooms, register you for your parking permit, purchase your textbooks and so much more!
First Step is your next step to becoming a Golden Flash! First Step is Kent State Stark's first-year advising and registration program. Newly admitted students should check their email for instructions on how to register for First Step. Registration is required. See website for details.