Student Life
Kent State Secures Top Five Finish in ARC Air Derby
Three female pilots from Kent State University College of Aeronautics and Engineering’s professional pilot program secured a top-five finish in the 2024 Air Race Classic (ARC) Air Derby, showcasing their aviation skills across Ohio's skies.
Kent State Students and Faculty Take Part in Innovation Day
Kent State University students and faculty took part in the second annual Innovation Day on Oct. 11, with one Kent State student bringing home honors.
‘Research Is Everywhere,’ Acclaimed Hollywood Costume Designer Finds Inspiration in Every Corner of Life
Kent State University students had the chance to learn from an award-winning Hollywood costume designer when Isis Mussenden visited the Kent Campus recently for two days.
Flash Focus: Ryanne Bunting
Meet Ryanne Bunting, a Kent State sophomore double majoring in international studies and anthropology from Fairfield, Ohio, combining human rights, culture, global interactions and history into a formidable career path.
October is Mental Health Awareness Month at Kent State
Kent State chose October as Mental Health Awareness Month because the need for mental health support peaks during the month.
Orange Shirt Day on the K
Kent State University’s Native American Student Association (NASA) recognized Orange Shirt Day, or the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, by engaging with the campus community and initiating discussions about the legacy of residential schools and the generational trauma they caused.
Our Voices Count: Take the Engagement and Well-Being Survey Today
Students, faculty, staff, and administrators are encouraged to take the “Our Voices Count” Engagement and Well-Being Survey by the Oct. 20 deadline.
Statehouse Successes
For Taylor Pierce, her first experience in Kent State’s Columbus Program in State Issues turned out to be more than most people would expect. She spontaneously entered and won a contest. She met Ohio’s governor and lieutenant governor. And, she considered a new career path. Not bad for a few weeks in a new city.
Flying High: New Graduate Gains Nursing License, Officer’s Bars and Future
It took three years, a move from California to Ohio, and several other bumps in the road. Still, recent Kent State University graduate Vincent AhSam-Kreiter has achieved his goals of earning a bachelor’s degree, becoming a registered nurse and being a newly commissioned officer in the U.S. Air Force.
First-Time Voters Prepare to ‘Do Their Part’
Students across campus anticipate voting for the first time in a presidential election, prompting a mix of feelings ranging from excitement to anxiety.