Community & Society

The Kent State University Ice Arena hosted the 35th Annual Special Olympics Winter Games.

Kent State Ice Arena Hosts 35th Annual Special Olympics Winter Games

The Kent State University Ice Arena hosted the 35th Annual Ohio Special Olympics Winter Games the first week of February for figure skaters and speed skaters from all over the state.

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Kent State offers alternative spring break trips for experiential learning

Students Swap Swimsuits for Service

As spring break quickly approaches, a growing number of Kent State University students are choosing alternative ways to spend their time off.

Tags: Office of Experiential Education and Civic Engagement, Community & Society, Featured Story

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Videographers from Kent State University and the University of Akron prepare a shot in the University of Akron's Student Union with Flash and Zippy.

Kent State and the University of Akron Reveal History of Sports Rivalry

The two schools released videos on their respective social media pages explaining that their sports rivalry began after mascots Flash and Zippy ended their blooming relationship.

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Students discuss their project during the 2016 Fashion/Tech Hackathon at Kent State University’s Fashions School.

Kent State Fashion/Tech Hackathon Set for Jan. 27-29

Students gets ready to innovate, design and bring wearable technology to life at the 2017 Fashion/Tech Hackathon Jan. 27-29.

Tags: Hackathon, Fashion School, LaunchNet Kent State, Events, Community & Society

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Visitors share a quiet moment at the Kent State May 4 Memorial, honoring four students who were killed on May 4, 1970, during a student protest of the Vietnam War.

Historic Landmark Status Helps Kent State May 4 Site Tell its Story

The National Historic Landmark designation brings mixed emotions, as well as a purpose for current and future visitors to the site.

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Students gather at the site where one of four students was killed on May 4, 1970, during a student protest of the Vietnam War

Kent State May 4 Site Reaches National Historic Landmark Status

U.S. Secretary of the Interior announces the designation of the Kent State University May 4 Site as a National Historic Landmark.

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Kent State Men’s Basketball Displays Unity During National Anthem

The Kent State's men's basketball student-athletes select fans of all races to stand with them in solidarity during the national anthem.

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Kent State Airport Recognized for Sustainability Plan

The Kent State University Airport is honored for its environmentally-friendly master plan.  

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