Nationally acclaimed author and journalist Wil Haygood will speak at Kent State on Thursday, Nov. 12, presenting The Vietnam War and the American Military: Patriotism, Service, and the American Experience. The evening will begin with a 4 p.m. book signing for "The War Within a War: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at Home" at the University Bookstore, followed by the program at 6 p.m. in the Kiva Auditorium (doors open at 5:30 p.m.).
It’s that time of year again! From Nov. 1 through Giving Tuesday (Dec. 1), your gift goes further with matching incentives for more than 50 featured funds. Together, we create possibilities, strengthen communities and change lives.
The Division of People, Culture and Belonging is pleased to announce that we have placed in the top 50 HR Teams for the 2026 OnCon Icon Team Awards. Voters selected teams that they felt demonstrated a good mix of success and positive impact on their organization, the team made strong contributions through thought leadership, the team has been innovative in their projects, and the team leader has exhibited exceptional leadership.
Whether you’re first-gen yourself or a proud advocate, come celebrate the people and experiences that make our first-gen community so special. Join the Division of Student Life for the annual FIRST-GEN FUEL UP and show Kent State’s first-generation students that they have a community cheering them on every step of the way.
Staff Council supports the interest of all classified and unclassified staff across all campuses. Members advocate on a variety of issues, while serving in an advisory role to the President of the university and the President’s Cabinet. Ready to make a difference? Applications will be open Oct. 1 through Nov. 15. Check out the Staff Council website to learn more and apply today!
Kent State University's holiday closure schedule for 2026 will begin Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2026, at 10:30 p.m. and normal business operations will resume with the start of the first shift on Sunday, Jan 3, 2027. Employees who are not eligible for paid leave include student employees, classified temporary staff, temporary agency staff, short-term unclassified appointments, unclassified intermittent appointments, and employees in a lay-off status.
Kent State rode a dominant first half to defeat Western Michigan 73-66 Thursday night, securing their spot in the Mid-American Conference tournament semifinals.The Golden Flashes (22-10, 11-7 MAC) built a commanding 43-25 halftime lead and withstood a second-half rally from the Broncos (12-20, 9-9 MAC) at Rocket Arena in Cleveland.Marquis Barnett led Kent State with 18 points, while Jalen Sullinger and Cian Medley each contributed 13 points. Delrecco Gillespie recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds.Kent State's defense stifled the Broncos early, holding them to just 25 first-h...
Kent State Baseball takes on the Ohio State Buckeyes Wednesday, April 9, at Bill Davis Stadium in Columbus, Ohio!
Join the Kent State Central Ohio Alumni Chapter for a tailgate in the stadium parking lot to enjoy food and Kent State prizes with fellow alumni and fans before cheering on the Golden Flashes at their 6 p.m. game! Alumni are welcome to bring a cooler, chair or lawn games.
Dr. Kathy Siesel Dr. Siesel started her journey with KSUCPM as a 1989 graduate of the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine (OCPM). Subsequent residency and fellowship programs with OCPM and the Cleveland Foot & Ankle Clinic (CFAC) lead her to the start of her career as a part-time clinical faculty member in 1991. In the years that followed, she would move on to be an Assistant Professor in 1992, and an Associate Professor in 1999, a position she has held since!Dr. Siesel created a heel insert device, and was granted a U.S. patent for her innovative podiatric apparatus. She is a member o...
