Alumni
Alumna Charts Her Own Path in NYC, Straight to Her Dream Job on Fifth Avenue
When in kindergarten, Mariah Moorer, ’20, was asked what she wanted to do when she grew up. Without hesitation, she said, “fashion.” That dream remained on her mind all throughout middle and high school, but she wasn’t sure what a career in fashion actually looked like for her. Moorer first heard ab…
Kent Student Ambassadors Spread Kindness and Cheer During Giving Tuesday Campaign
During the 2023 Giving Tuesday campaign, the Kent Student Ambassadors, a Kent State University professional and service oriented student organization, found new ways of giving back to the community. In the month of November, they created and planned volunteer activities that supported the univ…
Kent State Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Fall Commencement Ceremonies
The Kent State University alumni family grew by more than 2,300 new graduates as the university held its fall commencement ceremonies. The accomplishments of the Fall Class of 2023 were recognized with in-person commencement ceremonies for all colleges and degrees on Dec. 15-16.
Isaac Arthur, ’01
Isaac Arthur, ’01, loves to discuss the infinite possibilities of space. His enthusiasm has led him to more than 767,000 subscribers and 600 videos on his YouTube channel “Science & Futurism with Isaac Arthur.” He attracted the attention of the National Space Society, winning its Space Pioneer Award for Education via Mass Media in 2020 and taking on the role of president for the organization in 2023.
Kent State’s Giving Tuesday Raises More Than $2.8M to Support Scholarships and Programs
Kent State University supporters once again joined together during the university’s Giving Tuesday campaign to raise more than $2.8 million to support a variety of student scholarships and programs.
The Beginning Was the End: Devo in Ohio
New Wave ’80s band Devo isn’t just from Ohio. Devo wasn’t just created in Akron. Devo was forged at Kent State University under the pressure of the turmoil of the late ’60s and the events surrounding May 4, 1970. Authors David Giffels and Jade Dellinger brought their book “The Beginning Was the End: Devo in Ohio” to Kent State for a book signing and discussion.
Kent State Recognizes Alumni During Homecoming Weekend
Kent State University recognizes alumni who, through leadership, character and hard work, are making a difference. During Homecoming Weekend, 10 Golden Flashes were presented with Alumni Awards, and nine alumni received Lifetime Achievement recognitions from the university’s Black Alumni Chapter.
Alumni Spotlight - Linell Olecki '06
AboutMajor: Aeronautics - Aviation ManagementGraduated: 2006Linell's journey at Kent State began with a passion for aviation, drawn to the Aeronautics program and the opportunity to earn her pilot's license at the University's airport. What set Kent apart for her was its more typical “college …
IN A FLASH: A Kiss on the "K"
Couples who met at Kent State participated in a Homecoming tradition on Risman Plaza last weekend.
‘Deep Down, I’m Just a Regular Guy’
Kent State alumnus Kyle Craven, aka "Bad Luck Brian," leads a happy - and lucky - life.