International Students

Turkmen musicians and dancers on Risman Plaza

A delegation from Turkmenistan visited Kent State and brought cuisine, music and dancing from their culture to Risman Plaza. 

Kent State Today
Global Block Party 2024

Music, activities, games and fun brought together Kent State's international students for a global block party.

Summer in Kent 2024

While there are fewer students on campus during summer break, the Kent Campus is still alive with energy and aspirations. Kent State University International Admissions celebrated the spirit of summer in Kent with inspiring words and beautiful images that welcome their international students to campus. 

Gabby Bailey

In May, student-athlete Gabby Bailey completed her master's degree at Kent State while also pursuing her dream of competing in the Olympics with support from her coach and Kent State Athletics. 

Royal Thai Embassy representatives touring Kent State.

When representatives from the Royal Thai Embassy visited Kent State's Kent Campus, they  toured nursing labs and met with students who have received scholarships through the embassy. 

 

International Talent and Fashion Show

Kent State International Admissions’ Spring International Talent and Fashion Show celebrates cultural diversity.

Holi 2024

In late March, groups of Indian students on campus celebrated the popular and significant Hindu festival of Holi. 

Market scene in Colombia

The assistant director of Kent State's International Admissions shared spectacular views from her visit to Colombia where she met with students and shared information about Kent State.

ESL Students at the John Brown house

A group of international students from Kent State experienced living history on a field trip with the university's English as a Second Language Program. 

Rwandan students at Bob Christy's home

A Kent State staffer's kindness helped international students who were far from their much warmer home weather an Ohio winter.