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Members of Kent State's ROTC present the color guard at Veterans Day services.

Honoring Veterans for Their Service

Kent State University paid formal tribute to all those who have served in the U.S. armed forces at its annual Veterans Day Commemoration. 

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Students Celebrating B’nai Mitzva

Celebrating B’nai Mitzvah

On Monday, Hebros hosted its first-ever Hebros B’nai Mitzvah Reception, where Kent State students were invited to visit the Hillel Center to take part in games, enjoy food and learn about Jewish practices.

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Students in front of SRVSS sign

10 Years Of Serving And Supporting Students

“We institutionalize the work of violence prevention to be part of the culture of Kent State,” Jennifer O’Connell, director of SRVSS, said. “It feeds into Flashes Take Care of Flashes and that there’s a commitment as an institution that we support our students, that we help prevent harm from happening in our community, and we look out for one another.” 

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Senior business major Matthew Helmick-Bickel served in the U.S. Army five years ago.

Kent State Student and Army Veteran’s Mission: To Serve Those Who Served

Matthew Helmick-Bickel, 29, spent five years in the U.S. Army as an airborne paratrooper stationed at Fort Bragg North Carolina, now known as Fort Liberty, before he enrolled at Kent State in 2020.  

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Kent State aircraft on the runway in early morning fog at the Kent State University Airport

IN A FLASH: Keep 'Em Flying!

Fog and the dawning sun created scenic views at the Kent State University Airport. 

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Student voting in rec center

Voting Under Way on Campus

Voting is under way this Election Day, with students heading to the Beverly Warren Recreation Center among other voting locations to cast their ballots on issues like reproductive health and the legalization of cannabis, as well as various school board and levy decisions. 

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Kent State NYC Fashion attended a taping of "The View"

‘The View’ from Kent State New York City Fashion

A unique class at Kent State New York City Fashion immerses students in different aspects of living and working in the city. 

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The MPower Men of Color Summit delivered connection, education and celebration

MPower Men of Color Summit Delivered on Promise for Connection, Celebration and Education 

The MPower Men of Color Summit provided attendees the opportunity to connect and celebrate during a schedule that consisted of educational workshops, brunch and a formal gala and awards banquet.

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Kent State education abroad students in Paris, Notre Dame in background

Access To The World For All Via New Education-Abroad Scholarships

Two new scholarships from Kent State's Office of Global Education aim make education-abroad experiences possible for all Kent State students.

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Tammy Clewell, Ph.D. receiving DTA 2023 award

‘Bring Your Best Curious Self’

After 24 years of teaching English, Tammy Clewell, Ph.D., has some advice for students: “Bring your most curious version of yourself to every class that you attend.” Clewell's student-centered, passionate approach gives her students room to grow and has earned her one of the 2023 Distinguished Teaching Awards.   

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