University Facilities Management

Kent State University's Surplus Store, located on E.Main Street offers a variety of useful items including furniture, electronics, office supplies and a fascinating selection of antique maps and books, with many books that are more than 100 years old. The store is a reflection of Kent State's commitment to sustainable practices and disposing of items that are no longer needed by the university. 

Remembering the world-changing events of 9/11, 23 years later, a display of flags was placed on the Kent Campus, near the University Library. 

Throughout the year, all around campus, dedicated people work hard to keep everything at Kent State in working order and looking great.

While there are fewer students on campus during summer break, the Kent Campus is still alive with energy and aspirations. Kent State University International Admissions celebrated the spirit of summer in Kent with inspiring words and beautiful images that welcome their international students to campus. 

Blooming flowers and budding trees herald the annual green up on campus in spring semester.

The annual prairie burn on the university property near the Recreation and Wellness Center renews healthy plant growth and saves Kent State money in maintenance costs.

The protected prairie surrounding Kent State University’s Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center will be burned on Monday, April 15, between the hours of 9 a.m. and noon, to allow for new growth during the summer season.

Flashes Recycle Electronics at the annual Electronics Drive, open to the

 community, each Wednesday in March. 

The Kent State University community came together to celebrate its values and honor fallen veterans on Daffodil Hill.

Do you know the story behind the peace symbol in the grass behind Prentice Hall?