Community & Society

Earth Fest 2024

Kent State celebrated Earth Month with an exceptionally full schedule of events, not the least of which were the activities on campus surrounding the total solar eclipse!

An AI generated image of a family arguing at Thanksgiving dinner.

After one of the most contentious elections in American history, we are entering the holiday season when family dinners can be an argument waiting to happen.

Trans Day of Remembrance at The Rock 2024

Nov. 20 the National Trans Day of Remembrance. Members of Kent State's LGBTQ+ community and allies honored trans lives lost with observances on campus.

International Students Hold Flags

International Education Week, taking place Nov. 18-22, celebrates the different cultures across the Kent State University community and highlights international experiences and opportunities the university offers.

American Legion Ruck March 2024

The Ruck for Pets and Vets saw participants march with full backpacks from Downtown Kent and through the university campus to finish at Dix Stadium. Items in the backpacks, and proceeds from the event, will assist in matching veterans and first responders with companion animals. 

Cyber Crime

As the rapid advancement of technology and global interconnectivity continues, cyber threats simultaneously evolve and become increasingly prevalent. It is evident that there is an ever-growing need for professionals equipped with the skills to recognize and address the technical, criminal and social aspects of cybercrime.  

Veterans Day 2024

Kent State University honored all who have served with Veterans Day Commemoration ceremonies Friday on the Kent Campus’ Student Green.

Kent State holds it annual Veteran's Day Commemoration

The Kent State University community paid tribute to those who have served in the U.S. armed forces at the annual Veterans Day Commemoration. The program, titled “Honoring All Those Who Serve,” included a flag-raising ceremony conducted by a joint color guard from Kent State’s Army ROTC and Air Force ROTC programs.

Post-Election Stress Event Therapy Dogs

The University Library hosted a "Post-Election Exhale" event to help students destress with crafts, tips from Kent State's Counseling and Psychological Services and friendly, fuzzy therapy dogs. 

Kent State student and first-time voter

Kent State students – many of them first-time voters, were proud to go to the polls on Tuesday.