University News
Kent State Closed Dec. 22-Jan. 1, University Offices Reopen Jan. 2
Kent State University will be closed from Dec. 22, 2023, through Jan. 1, 2024. University offices will reopen on Jan. 2, 2024. Spring classes begin on Jan. 16, 2024. To see a list of state-designated holidays and dates when the university is closed, please visit Kent State’s Academic Calendar.
IN A FLASH: Overwhelming Pride
Joyous emotions erupted from graduates and their loved ones as Kent State welcomed its newest class of graduates.
Designing Her Own Wedding Dress Was as Simple as 1,2,3,4
Kent State's School of Fashion gave Dara Broadous the skills to design her dream wedding dress.
Be Cyber Safe: Cybersecurity Courses for 2024
Cybersecurity precautions can save you and your information from malware and other cyberattacks. Start your 2024 off right by becoming confident in your cybersecurity with the Division of Information Technology's new "Elevate Your Cyber IQ" modules to learn about viruses and malware, mobile device security, travel and more.
New Kent State Online Programs Aim to Help Fill Expected Workforce Needs of Cannabis Industry
Green Flower, an industry leader in cannabis education and training since 2014, is partnering with Kent State University to launch four new cannabis-related certificate programs to prepare students for the emerging industry in the state.
Greeting the New Year in Golden Flashes Style
In a special meeting on Dec. 4, digital media production student Saida Lewis, was invited to meet with Kent State President Todd Diacon to discuss the creative inspiration for her winning design selected in a recent holiday card design competition.
Buy Flash-Made at The School of Art Holiday Sale
The School of Art Holiday Sale is Dec. 7 and 8 in the Center for the Visual Arts Gallery.
A Kindergarten Class That CARES
A student from Kent State's Child Development Center inspired his class to donate to Kent State's CARES Center.
Kent State Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Fall Commencement Ceremonies
The Kent State University alumni family grew by more than 2,300 new graduates as the university held its fall commencement ceremonies. The accomplishments of the Fall Class of 2023 were recognized with in-person commencement ceremonies for all colleges and degrees on Dec. 15-16.
Thanks to Industry Partners, Student Pilots Learn How to Recognize Hypoxia While in Flight
College of Aeronautics and Engineering students such as Isabella Hinz had the opportunity to experience the condition hypoxia in the Hypoxia Recognition Training/Portable Reduced Oxygen Training Enclosure that was available Dec. 6-9 at the FedEx Aeronautics Academic Center at Kent State Airport.