Student Life

T-shirts made by Kent State students displayed on a clothesline

The Clothesline Project Helps Sexual Violence Survivors Heal

Kent State’s Center for Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services provided survivors of sexual or relationship violence the opportunity to heal by sharing their stories in a unique, visible way.

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Theresa Walton-Fisette Faculty Athletic Representative

‘Paying Attention to Dynamics,’ the New Faculty Athletic Representative

Theresa Walton-Fisette is Kent State's new faculty athletic representative. This position ensures the academic integrity of intercollegiate athletics, facilitates an inclusive environment and enhances the student athletic experience.

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Pictured from Kent State's College of Nursing, are: Tracey Motter, associate dean of Academics; Kay Gianantonio, 2018-2020 Jonas Scholar; Nicole Lewis, 2020-2022 Jonas Scholar recipient; and Lisa Onesko, professor and director of the DNP Program.

College of Nursing Student Named Jonas Scholar Award Winner

Two-time Kent State University alumna and current Doctor of Nursing Practice student Nicole K. Lewis, MSN ‘20,  was selected by Jonas Philanthropies, a leading national philanthropic funder of graduate nursing education, as a 2020-2022 Jonas Scholar Award Recipient.

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Kent State Students at LaunchNET event

Turning Ideas Into Reality With Microgrants

Young entrepreneurs are able to pursue their dreams thanks to LaunchNET microgrants at Kent State University.

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Matthew Williams and his fashion collections

Building a Winning Wardrobe: Teen Vogue LEGO Fashion Design Challenge

Imagine making a dress out of LEGO dots. Matthew Williams, a junior fashion design major at Kent State, is doing just that.

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Student studying near sculpture installation on campus.

IN A FLASH: Legendary Study Spot

You're never far from a piece of art on the Kent Campus. 

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Vote With Flash

Flash Can't Do It. But You Can!

President Diacon is encouraging all students to do what Flash can't. 

Get out and vote!

Election day is just one week away. 

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Kent State Vice President Valoree Vargo, presents alumnus Earl Miller with the Founders Award, In appreciation for his $2 million commitment to Kent State, with Michael Lehman, director of Kent State's Brain Health Research Institute.

Neuroscience Symposium Brought Top Researchers to Kent State

Kent State University alumnus Earl Miller, Ph.D., a leading cognitive neuroscientist, and his wife Marlene Wicherski were recognized at the university’s 10th Annual Neuroscience Symposium, for their $2 million commitment to support research programs and students in Kent State’s Brain Health Research Institute. 

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Giving Tuesday 2022

Giving Tuesday Initiative Shines Light on Philanthropy

Kent State University launched its monthlong celebration of philanthropy, Giving Tuesday, on Nov. 1. As Kent State’s most generous annual tradition, Giving Tuesday encourages the Golden Flash community to reflect on their experiences and help make the world Forever Brighter by shining thei…

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Quintin Cooks

Quintin Cooks Makes the Days Count

From student-athlete to student government to homecoming royalty, Quintin Cooks, senior communication studies major, is breaking barriers and getting the most out of his college experience.

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