Alumni
Pilot Pinning Ceremony
Every milestone in aviation represents hard work, dedication, and growth. Whether you've earned your Private Pilot Certificate or achieved your Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certification, it's time to celebrate your accomplishment. Join us as we recognize your achievements and commemorate this …
Kent State University Precision Flight Team Placed 12th at SAFECON 2022
The Kent State University Precision Flight Team recently placed 12th in a national competition of the 28 largest University flight programs in the United States
Envision Awards
The College of Aeronautics and Engineering recognizes outstanding, notable and accomplished alumni and friends at the annual awards dinner held in the Henry and Louise Timken Atrium in the Aeronautics and Engineering Building.
An Investment in the Future
An’Jeanette “Ann” Beverly, ’20, MBA ’22, reached a crisis point during the COVID-19 pandemic as she was trying to finish her bachelor’s degree at Kent State University at Stark. During her last semester, this single mother in her forties was balancing the responsibilities of raising her teenage son,…
Faculty Senate Emeritus Leads Drive to Support CARES Center
When Tracy Laux, ’82, ’90, retired from Kent State in May 2025 after a 35-year career, he wanted to find a way to remain involved and continue supporting students. For Laux that connection had nothing to do with academics. Instead, he decided to take charge with a personal care items drive benefiting the CARES Center.
Allyson Boyd, ’09
Allyson Boyd, ’09, is an Akron native whose Kent State experience launched a career rooted in communication, nonprofit work and community impact. Today, as senior annual giving manager at the Akron Zoo, Allyson supports conservation, connects people with wildlife and creates opportunities that strengthen her community.
Back to Campus, Back to Home
Kent State University continues to grow and evolve, but at its heart, one thing never changes: it will always be your Kent State. Every fall, as a new class of students arrives and the campuses comes alive with the excitement of a new academic year, we can’t help but feel a little nostalgic abo…
Empowering Students Since 1910 - From Normal School to World Class Education
Kent State has a proud tradition of cultivating outstanding educators. Founded in 1910 as Kent State Normal School, the institution was dedicated to training teachers in one building, Merrill Hall, which housed the library, administrative offices and classroom. On July 29, 1914, 34 individuals…
Passing the Wings: A Kent State Aviation Legacy
After serving in the United States Air Force as a crew chief and maintenance technician, Joshua Hummer came to Kent State University with his sights set sky-high. As he pursued his degree, Josh found himself looking for a mentor to guide him through the complexities of earning the necessary certificates and licenses. That’s where Matt Brait, ’94, another Kent State pilot stepped in.
Sean Kelty, ’21
As a corporate partnerships account manager for the Carolina Hurricanes, Sean Kelty facilitates accounts ranging from local shops to big name brands like Lenovo, Pepsi, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Fanatics. He first found his passion for sponsorship execution and activation while he was a sport administration student at Kent State.
