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The John Elliot Center for Architecture and Environmental Design

John and Fonda Elliot have become the largest donors in Kent State University’s history, providing the largest total outright gift of $10 million as well as a $2 million planned gift, benefiting the College of Architecture and Environmental Design.

Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
Jennifer Jones

Kent State University professor of art, Jennifer Jones, hopes to engage and inspire a community and Kent State students though planned murals within The Summit County Department of Job and Family Services building in Akron.

Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
Chris Coles

Art has the power to change the world. Kent State University faculty member Chris Coles aspires to use the arts to make a powerful impact on social injustice and violence in our communities.

Roe Green May 2018

“With the support of the Roe Green Foundation, the university will continue to serve Roe’s vision and honor her legacy with creative excellence,” said John Crawford-Spinelli, dean of the College of the Arts at Kent State.

Pifer Swing Dedication

Thanks to the benevolence of others, friends and family can now have a seat on a swing beside Rockwell Hall, and quietly reflect on fallen Kent State fashion major, Taylor Pifer, who had a tremendous impact on their lives.

2018 Kent State Alumni Day of Service at the Akron Zoo

More Golden Flashes than ever before participated in Kent State's 10th annual Alumni Day of Service, making a tremendous difference in their communities across the country.

George R. Newkome, Ph.D., a two-time Kent State University alumnus, smiles with Kent State President Beverly J. Warren.

"We are so pleased they recognize and appreciate Kent State’s upward trajectory in advanced materials science and have chosen to support the recruitment and retention of talented faculty members.” - former Kent State President, Beverly J. Warren.

Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
Rather

As part of Kent State’s Presidential Speaker Series, Dan Rather will speak at Kent State MAC Center Friday, May 4 at 7 p.m. Tickets are free and open to the public but must be reserved; two tickets may be reserved per email address.