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Poetry and Science Meet at Creative Intersection

"Poetry and science are not opposites, they’re actually allies," said David Hassler, director of Kent State University’s Wick Poetry Center. 

Hassler paraphrases American poet Jane Hirshfield, who, in 2017, contacted him to collaborate on a Poets for Science project, which is now an interactive exhibit and writing invitation housed at the Wick Poetry Center on the Kent Campus. 

Commitment to Our Core Values

Dear Kent State University Students, Faculty and Staff,

A Showcase of Style

Industry professionals, along with Kent State students, alumni and faculty attended the 2023 Portfolio Showcase at Kent State NYC Fashion 

Sister Act! Siblings Complete Journey to Doctoral Hooding

Sisterhood is a strong bond. For Kent State alumnae Brittany and Christina Watts, their sisterly love has been the cornerstone of their academic success, leading them to earn their doctoral degrees and graduate together this May.

How The Backspace Key Taught a Global Digital Leader to Learn, Correct and Move Forward 

After 27 years of travel and pivoting to various international endeavors, Sonia Karkare, a native of Mumbai, India, is now back at Kent State as an adjunct professor with the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship’s Executive MBA (Master of Business Administration) program. She is teaching diverse types of courses, including the Digital Transformation in Healthcare course.

IN A FLASH: STEM for K-9 Salem

Kent State at Trumbull's STEM committee raised money to support the Kent State University Police Department's K-9 program. 

Nursing Students Get Extra Dose of On-the-Job Training

Three Kent State University College of Nursing students had an unexpected opportunity to come to the aid of a person who had fallen on a sidewalk while suffering a seizure. 

‘Being Here in Florence Means Touching History’

What first began in 1972 with a small group of Kent State architecture students and faculty traveling to Florence, Italy, for a few weeks has blossomed into one of the most prestigious education-abroad programs in the country.

What Does Juneteenth Mean to You?

From traditional celebrations to annual reflections, tell us what Juneteenth means to you.

Fifteen Years + Tenacity + Devotion to Family = Associate and Bachelor's Degrees

Timothy Johnson said Kent State advisors, who knew he had been working on his degree for 15 years, helped him coordinate his schedule so that he could take in-person classes — while working a full-time job — and still have time to spend with his children. He earned an associate degree in December 2022 and a bachelor's degree in May 2023.

Kent Police Seek Armed Robbery Suspect

Kent Police have arrested a man who robbed a local business May 27 leading to those on the Kent Campus being told to "shelter-in-place" for more than two hours.

A Fashion Student and a Fashion Icon

A Kent State fashion design student helped a prominent New York City designer create and debut his first bridal collection. 

Dump AM Radio in New Cars? Professor Says Don't Touch That Dial

Kent State University School of Media and Journalism Associate Professor Mitch McKenney explains why there is a critical need to maintain access to AM radio in cars.

From Voter Registration Volunteer to Presidential Management Fellow

Two-time Kent State University alumnus Eli Kalil, who is finishing up his first year as a Presidential Management Fellow at Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, said his degrees prepared him well for the field of healthcare administration

Kent State Celebrates Philanthropy Through Scholarships, Students Vote to Support Fellow Flashes in Need

In honor of Kent State University’s 113th birthday, Kent State launched its second annual Day of Giving May 19.

IN A FLASH: Bringing NEO Innovation to Brazil

A group of educators from Brazil spent two weeks at Kent State participating in workshops and field trips to area schools. 

Family Creates Scholarship in Son’s Memory

Timothy Mikes, ’17, MPH ’23, was a College of Public Health (CPH) graduate student committed to public health and a champion for the autistic community and students with learning disabilities. A new scholarship created by his family will support future CPH students.

Working in Kent to Bring Innovation to Students in Brazil

Educators from Brazil visited Northeast Ohio institutions for inspirations in innovative teaching. 

Jackson's Blast Sends Flashes to Winner's Bracket

Kyle Jackson hit a two-out three-run homer, capping a four-run eighth and giving the Golden Flashes a 6-4 comeback win over the Western Michigan Broncos in the opening game of the 2023 Mid-American Conference tournament.

President Diacon Honored at His Alma Mater

Kent State University President Todd Diacon returned to his alma mater, Wellington High School (WHS) in Wellington, Kansas, to be recogni

First Kent State Graduate to Complete the Propel Pilot Career Path Program Earns Delta Pilot Wings

William Kaib has become the first Kent State University student to complete the

Despite the Dangers, Early Humans Risked Life-Threatening Flintknapping Injuries

For most, the craft known as flintknapping is a skilled hobby or art form that was thought to occasionally require bandages or stitches. However, new research suggests flintknapping is far more dangerous than previously understood.

Filling Critical Need for More Pilots

Brian Neff, assistant dean of flight and operations at Kent State University’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering, was recently featured on Spectrum News 1 Ohio with a Kent State aeronautics student, to shed light on the national pilot shortage and explain what Kent State is doing to help fix this shortage.

IN A FLASH: Walking the Stage

Commencement ceremonies for Kent State University's College of Podiatric Medicine's Class of 2023 were held on the university's Kent Campus. 

Top Honors: Kent State Recognized Among the Best Graduate Schools in 2023-2024 US News Rankings

U.S. News & World Report ranks 11 Kent State University programs among the best in the nation in its recently released 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools rankings.

'Full-Circle Moment' Leaves Lasting Impression on Admissions Leader

Mark Ledoux's work has made a difference with a lot of students. Make that, a lot of students. For more than a decade, he's been on the front lines in helping new students find what they need to afford their journey. Recently, a single interaction with a graduate left a lasting impression.

Precision Flight Team places Ninth in the Nation at 2023 SAFECON Competition

Congratulations are in order for the Kent State University Precision Flight Team for another successful appearance at the National Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON), hosted by the National Intercollegiate Flying Association’s (NIFA). The team competed from May 8th through May 13th in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. 

Maternity Leave ‘Critical’ for Employees’ Work-Life Balance

As Kara Crissman’s maternity leave came to an end, she took to LinkedIn to reflect on the pros and cons of being home with a newborn. 

President Todd Diacon’s Commencement Speech Lauded

When Kent State University President Todd Diacon used his May 13 commencement address to send a message to state officials who are challenging Ohio’s public universities as a bastion for the privileged, the reaction was swift and supportive from alumni and friends of the university. 

“There is in Ohio, among some state elected officials, a growing ivory tower accusation being leveled against our state’s public universities and against, quite frankly, Kent State University,” Diacon told thousands gathered for commencement. 

Victoria Humphreys, ’13

When Victoria Humphreys, ’13, started her undergraduate education at Kent State, it was by no means her first experience on campus.

Alumna Supports MDJ Students Through Professional and Career Development

More than 40 years after her college graduation, alumna Delores Jones, ’76, has never wavered in her support of Kent State School of Media and Journalism students.

As a student, she was a journalism major with a concentration in public relations and became very involved in the public relations curriculum, serving as vice president of Kent State’s Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA).

Victoria Humphreys, ’13

When Victoria Humphreys, ’13, started her undergraduate education at Kent State, it was by no means her first experience on campus.

Professor Brings Documentary Storytelling, Environmental Research Expertise to Kent State

Assistant Professor Kaatie Cooper, Ph.D., envisions a world where journalists and scientists work together to better inform the public about environmental issues. She’s working toward that vision through her research, which examines how mass media affects environmental issues, especially in documentary work.

Internship, Scholarship Support Shape Photojournalism Student's Kent State Experience

Recent graduate Dakota Varney, ‘23, spent the spring 2023 semester practicing his photography and multimedia skills in one of Northeast Ohio’s treasures: the Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP).

Varney, a journalism major with a photojournalism minor, was in an elective class on recreational parks when he learned of the opportunity to work at CVNP.

Students Explore Personal Stories Through Their Authentic Voices

Students in the School of Media and Journalism are exposed to hands-on class experiences that give them the opportunity to explore their identities through storytelling.

Recent graduates Gabby Jonas, ’23, and Reegan Saunders, ’23, both had the opportunity to craft and share deeply personal stories during their college careers.

Connecting to the Community Through Food

Kent State University education major Klair Heestand said the time she spent teaching refugee students in Akron in the spring was excellent preparation for when she enters her own classroom one day. 

“It was very helpful, because we’re going to have students of varying abilities, and students for whom English is a second language, no matter where we teach,” Heestand said. “We don’t need anyone left behind because of a language barrier.”