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Student at Karamu

The 'Greatness in the Room'

The university's traditional Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración de los Graduados ceremonies celebrated Spring 2023 graduates. 

Tags: Community & Society , University News , Community Impact , Commencement , Class of 2023 , Division of Student Life , Student Life

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An illustration of books.

Summer Reading from the Kent State University Press

The Kent State University Press released a list of new titles this spring that would make for enjoyable summer reading for the beach, pool or backyard hammock. 

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Dr. Lashonda Taylor at Karamu

IN A FLASH: Celebrating Our Graduates

The Student Multicultural Center celebrated its Spring 2023 graduates on Wednesday. 

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Members of the Spring Class of 2023 pose for a photo

IN A FLASH: Commencement's Eve

Members of Kent State's Spring Class of 2023 could be found posing for photos at popular spots on campus this week. 

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McArevey and Elvis meet

“Young Plato” Meets Kent State’s "Elvis"

A visiting documentary star (and Elvis fan) received a very special welcome at Kent State.

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A new Kent State graduate crosses the stage and proudly holds her diploma during the advanced degree ceremony.

Kent State Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Spring Commencement Ceremonies

The Kent State University alumni family will grow by about 5,500 new graduates as the university holds its spring commencement ceremonies. 

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Douglas Scott McKenzie with Amy Reynolds and Todd Diacon at May 4 Commemoration 2023

IN A FLASH: Commemoration and Community

The Kent State Community came together for the 53rd Commemoration of May 4, 1970. 

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May 4 53rd Commemoration

Kent State Remembers May 4, 1970, With Commemoration

“The Power of Our Voices” theme inspired this year’s May 4 Commemoration events and programming, which focused on tying May 4 and the anti-war movement of 1970 to emerging movements today.

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