Arts & Culture

 Students take part in the Making Our Own Space program (MOOS), which introduces youth to opportunities in architecture, urban design and landscape architecture.

Kent State University’s Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative’s design/build program for middle and high school students is in the spotlight for its new effort to expand racial and ethnic diversity in the design fields. 

Justine Gallo and Sun In Leo store

Justine Gallo, a 2022 Kent State fashion design graduate, has taken her personal philosophy and combined it with her degree to launch a new store in downtown Kent.

The Glaser String Quartet performing at the DI Hub.

A group of graduate students from Kent State's School of Music gave an impromptu, lunchtime performance at the DI Hub. 

Art by Katlin Shae on display in the gallery.

The Biennial Faculty Show runs from Jan. 17 through Feb. 10. 

The Serlio Code exhibition of AI-designed shapes at the DI Hub Gallery.

"The Serlio Code" exhibition is on display in the DI Hub Gallery through Feb. 3. 

A scene from the Kent State NYC Fashion Week Show 2022.

Fashion students from Kent State and IFC Paris came together in a shared runway show during NYC Fashion Week. 

Growing Democracy Project

The Photovoice Project is an art display that used photography and storytelling to engage community members and encourage them to describe the strengths, weaknesses and overall health of their community.

Students participate in Jewelry Making With FAB

Jewelry Making With FAB was an artistic and interactive activity hosted by the Flash Activities Board that turned the second floor of the Kent Student Center into a free jewelry-making station for two hours.

Singer David Crosby tours the May 4 site with Professor Emeritus Laura Davis.

Professor Emeritus Laura Davis, co-creator of the May 4 Walking Tour and May 4 Visitors Center, and a witness to the 1970 Kent State shootings, shares personal reflections on singer David Crosby's ties to Kent State.

Jazz Orchestra performing in Ludwig Recital Hall (2017)

Kent State’s cultural offerings have a reach far beyond the borders of Ohio. There’s always something new to experience at the many events held at Kent State, at off-campus locations year-round ​or virtually. The redesigned Arts & Cultural Experiences page provides an educational and entertaining window into the world of Kent State.