Emergency Relief Fund helps Kent State Stark students overcome financial challenges and continue their education.For many students at Kent State University’s Stark Campus, the road to a college degree is filled with challenges beyond the classroom. Rent is due, bills are piling up and jobs can be hard to come by.One student shared, “I’ve started a new job making dramatically less. Now, I’m struggling to pay bills.” Another student is battling homelessness, sleeping in their car and worrying about basic needs — like food and gas. “I feel completely isolated and stressed. This funding could help...

Kent State University is committed to preparing students for the jobs of today and tomorrow, providing them with problem-solving skills and hands-on experiences that empower them to contribute meaningfully to local communities and businesses. As a leader in higher education, Kent State graduates are making an impact from their own neighborhoods, throughout the state of Ohio and beyond.Each year, Kent State graduates approximately 9,000 career-ready students—the most in Northern Ohio. These graduates are equipped to take on Ohio’s most in-demand jobs, supporting local businesses and advancing c...

Welcome to Flash Focus! In this series, we introduce you to fascinating student Flashes from all walks of life. Meet Emmanuel David, a senior computer science major and international student from Nigeria.  Intending to become a cyber intelligence analyst, David said that he initially struggled with his major during his first semester because of his aversion to math.  “My journey hasn’t been without its challenges,” David admitted.However, he said that computer science staff, Deanna Burritt-Peffer, administrative clerk, and Marcy Curtiss, special assistant, nudged him to see the ...