Global Presence

Digging Deep into the History at Manot Cave
For thousands of years, Manot Cave in Western Galilee, Israel, remained a silent witness to human history. Now, Kent State University’s Linda Spurlock, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Anthropology, and a team of international researchers are being recognized for bringing the secrets of Manot Cave to the surface.

Kent State Partners With Brazilian University for Autism Research Seminar
Kent State University’s Neurodiversity Research Initiative has partnered with the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR), for a three-day seminar on autism research.

IN A FLASH: Rwandan Students say "Murakaza neza!"
All of the students from Rwanda who are currently attending Kent State came out to welcome Claudette Irere, the Rwandan Minster of State for Education when she came to Kent State to discuss adding additional program partnerships to her African nation.

Kent State Working to Bring Fashion and Aeronautics to Rwanda
Kent State University’s partnership with the African nation of Rwanda continues to blossom with the School of Fashion, the College of Aeronautics and Engineering and the College of Arts and Sciences all working to add program partnerships in Rwanda.

IN A FLASH: Welcome International Students!
International Student Orientation activities welcomed a new group of international students to Kent State for Spring Semester 2025.

IN A FLASH: Visiting From Turkey
A visiting scholar from Turkey came to Kent State to speak about culturally diverse themes in picture books for young readers.

Kent State Receives US State Department Grant to Review Turkmenistan Higher Education
The U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan has awarded Kent State University a grant to study the higher education system of the Central Asian nation and develop proposals for improvements.
Cultural Flavors Shine Bright on Kent State's First Snowy Night
As the first light snow of the season fell on Kent State University, the Student Center Ballroom radiated warmth and camaraderie during the International Cook-Off Competition. The event, part of International Education Week, brought together hundreds of students, faculty and staff to celebrate global flavors and cultural diversity.

What's The Big Idea? Marcello Fantoni
President Diacon speaks with Marcello Fantoni, Ph.D., about Kent State's global presence.

‘Explore’ With International Education Week
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.