Arts & Culture

A scene from the Kent State Opera Theatre's Fall 2023 Concert

IN A FLASH: Scenes of Life at the Kent State Opera Theatre

The Kent State Opera Theatre's Fall 2023 concert explored themes of love in all its forms. 

Tags: opera, Hugh A. Glauser School of Music, College of the Arts, concert, Arts & Culture, Nationally Distinctive, Community & Society, Community Impact

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students at the sale

Handmade for the Holidays

It’s that time of the year again. Flurries are in the air, finals are looming and the Kent State University School of Art Annual Holiday Sale event is on its way. “There will be a variety of items on sale by various student organizations from the School of Art, so there will be a little bit of something available for everyone's needs or wants at every price,” said Associate Professor Andrew Kuebeck.

Tags: Arts & Culture, Student Life, Students First

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Fashion design student Matthew Williams working on a Couture creation at Kent State's Paris American Academy

Haute Couture Thrives at Kent State's American Academy in Paris

Couture creations by a senior fashion design major at Kent State's American Academy in Paris were recently highlighted in an Instagram post. 

Tags: School of Fashion, American Academy, College of the Arts, Class of 2023, Global Presence, Global Reach, Arts & Culture

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Marching Golden Flashes 2023 Homecoming Show

Creating a Halftime Show That Wows

It’s college football Saturday. Kent State University fans are eager for a great game and a great halftime show. The Marching Golden Flashes take the field and ... look at them march! They’re forming the shape of a person. Now he’s dancing? How do they do that?

Tags: Arts & Culture, Students First, Student Life

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Winter ornaments created with Kent State's waterjet cutter

IN A FLASH: Working in a Waterjet Wonderland

Students can create holiday decor using a state-of-the-art waterjet cutter. 

Tags: DI Hub, Arts & Culture, Student Life, Nationally Distinctive

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Kent State Youth Orchestra

Kent State Youth Winds Ensemble Wins American Prize

"I was excited for the ensemble to be recognized for performances from our first season, including our Severance Hall performance of “Mother of Revolution!” Each season, the group has built on the first season and continues to develop excellence in musicianship. Every member can proudly say they are a part of our legacy," said Dr. Wendy Matthews.

Tags: Arts & Culture

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Native American Heritage Month Celebration 2023

IN A FLASH: A Celebration of Native American Heritage

The E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center at Kent State University sponsored a series of events to celebrate Native American Heritage Month.

Tags: Kent Student Center, Native Americans, Diverse Kent State, Community Impact, Community & Society, Arts & Culture, Student Multicultural Center

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Long shadows on a bicycle and bike rack on campus.

IN A FLASH: Long Shadows

The angle of the sun during the fall creates long shadows on sunny days. 

Tags: Student Life, Research & Science, Arts & Culture, Nationally Distinctive, Kent Student Center

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Kent State senior Ava Preston performing at Lincoln Center

The Flash With a Golden Voice

Jazz singer-songwriter Ava Preston is making waves in the music scene. Recently, she performed at the prestigious 2023 Monterey Jazz Festival in California, and was recognized as a 2023 YoungArts Finalist and Silver Award Winner for Jazz-Voice. She's also a Golden Flash.

Tags: Profiles, Arts & Culture, Hugh A. Glauser School of Music

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