Commencement

Kent State Commencement Ceremony Aug. 19, 2023

The Kent State University alumni family grew by nearly 1,200 new graduates as the university held its summer commencement ceremonies. The accomplishments of the Summer Class of 2023 were recognized with outdoor commencement ceremonies on Aug. 19.

CPM 2023 graduate with children

Commencement ceremonies for Kent State University's College of Podiatric Medicine's Class of 2023 were held on the university's Kent Campus. 

Sincere Carry and Malique Jacobs at Spring Commencement

With a flip of a tassel, Kent State's Spring Class of 2023 transformed from students to alumni. 

Bob Christy with confetti at commencement

Bob Christy, a well-known figure on campus for more than 23 years, received a graduate degree from Kent State on Thursday.

Decorated caps at EHHS commencement 2023

Spring Commencement ceremonies at Kent State were held at Kent State this week.

Kent State Today
Student at Karamu

The university's traditional Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración de los Graduados ceremonies celebrated Spring 2023 graduates. 

Dr. Lashonda Taylor at Karamu

The Student Multicultural Center celebrated its Spring 2023 graduates on Wednesday. 

Members of the Spring Class of 2023 pose for a photo

Members of Kent State's Spring Class of 2023 could be found posing for photos at popular spots on campus this week. 

Kent State student speaking at Lavender Graduation

Lavender Graduation 2023 celebrated Kent State's spring LGBTQ+ graduates. 

A new Kent State graduate crosses the stage and proudly holds her diploma during the advanced degree ceremony.

The Kent State University alumni family will grow by about 5,500 new graduates as the university holds its spring commencement ceremonies.