Student Life

Nursing students from Salem campus

Kent State University at Salem nursing students visit the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota each year as part of a study away experience. As they immerse themselves in the Oglala Lakota Sioux Tribe, they embark on a journey of cultural understanding.

Kent Campus in Fall

The Kent State social media team took to the streets to ask for advice for first-year students. Class of 2027, this one's for you. 

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Daisy Pops with "LaunchNet" logo on packaging

Daisy Pops founder and alumna Amy Mucha, 15, spoke at the inaugural “LunchNET” event on Wednesday, Sept. 20, where Kent State University students were invited to have lunch and learn the secret to a local entrepreneur's success.  

Student studying while sitting on the grass

With cooler weather ahead, students are enjoying the last days of summer on campus. 

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The Rock in 1976

The Rock on Kent State's Front Campus wasn't always where it is today. 

Friends hugging, overlooking a sunny field of hills

Sept. 21 is World Gratitude Day, a day dedicated to showing thanks and appreciation to the many different people in your life. While many people appreciate receiving gratitude, what they may not know is that expressing gratitude actually makes them feel better, too.

Neal-Barnett and Shackleford presenting

The Division of Research and Economic Development recently hosted its research and innovation forum, featuring faculty and undergraduate student pairs presenting their Summer Undergraduate Research Experience work.

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Sage Mason and friends

As a senior in high school, one of the most common questions I was asked was if I was going to join Greek Life once I was in college. I’d always answer back quickly explaining why Greek Life could never be for me and how I thought it would be a waste of time.

Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 Theme

Nationally, Sept. 15 marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. This year, Kent State is celebrating the 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month as Avanzando Juntos: Moving Forward Together with numerous events and celebrations.  

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Nameplates created with the waterjet cutter in the DI Hub Reactor

This week, you can use a waterjet to create your own nameplate and learn more about the makerspaces in the DI Hub Reactor.