Student Life

Rwandan student Alliah Cynthia Teta serves up a traditional stewed chicken dish.

International Cook-off Provides New Culinary Journey for African Students

The entry of Team Rwanda and Team Nigeria into the annual cooking contest reflects Kent State’s growing relations in sub-Saharan Africa, resulting in new groups of international students on campus. The Rwandan students are part of a group of 12 undergraduates sponsored by the Rwandan government who arrived at Kent State for the fall semester to pursue degrees.

Tags: Global Reach, Student Life, University News, Global Presence, Students First, Diverse Kent State

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Kent State students from Sri Lanka took first place!

IN A FLASH: International Cook-off Top Chefs!

Team Sri Lanka took first place in the Fall  International Cook-Off

Tags: Diverse Kent State, Global Reach, Global Presence, Student Life, Office of Global Education, Arts & Culture

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Team Bangladesh serves mutton briyana, a dish that garnered the People's Choice Award at the 2022 Annual International Cook-off.

International Flavors Fill Kent State Ballroom During Annual Cook-off

Two teams from sub-Saharan Africa made their debut on Thursday at Kent State University’s annual International Cook-off sponsored by the Office of Global Education

Tags: University News, Student Life, Global Reach, Diverse Kent State, Global Presence

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President Diacon with football fans in the stands at Dix Stadium

IN A FLASH: Hats Off to Prez D

President Diacon rallied the fans at the annual Prez D Freeze-Out game

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Graduate student, Dr. Harsh Mishra

'Everyone Is Here To Make You Feel At Home'

A physician from India is pursuing a second doctoral degree at Kent State. 

Tags: Student Life, Global Reach, Research & Science, Diverse Kent State, Global Presence, Office of Global Education

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Students Walking on Campus

Eight Student Resources on Campus You Might Not Know About

If you find yourself expending too much time and energy this semester, Kent State has some lesser-known resources that are intentionally designed to save you both. These eight resources are free for students and were specifically crafted for students.

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ALL IN Most Engaged Campus LOGO

Kent State is ‘ALL IN’ for Student Voting

Kent State has been recognized for its efforts in support of student voters. The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge named Kent State to its list of ALL IN Most Engaged Campuses for College student voting, which recognizes institutions for making intentional efforts to increase student voter participation.

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Drummers celebrate Native American Heritage Month

Kent State Community Celebrates Native American Heritage and Veterans

The goal of the Native American Heritage and Veterans celebration was to honor our Native American students, faculty, staff, and community members while also honoring our veterans.

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E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center

Office of International Student Affairs hosts multiple events for international students

International Friendship Program Bridges Cultural Boundaries

The International Friendship Program allows faculty and international students to converse and learn from each other, and it creates a welcoming environment for those who are far away from home. 

Tags: Student Life, Global Reach, Diverse Kent State, Global Presence

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Prez-D Freeze-Out Game

Don’t Miss the Coolest Game of the Season

Bundle up for the last home football game of the season: it’s a Freeze-Out!

Tags: Sports, Student Life, Students First

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