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Kent State Alumna, now U.S. Congresswoman Emilia Sykes U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes addresses the power of a public university education.

While a student at Kent State University, U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes (D-OH-13) dreamed of taking the stage as a dancer in New York City, not as a congresswoman in Washington, D.C. But today she’s a star in the eyes of many, with her federal legislative debut drawing attention beyond Northeast Ohio. 

During her visit to Kent State University at Stark on March 14, Congresswoman Sykes talked about the power of a public education that’s affordable and close to home.

Analyzing Cancer Migration So We Can Stop It

Hanbin Mao and Yaorong Zheng, both professors of chemistry and biochemistry, are conducting research on the mechanical modulation of cell migrations using DNA nanoassemblies to stop cancer migration.

Kent State’s ROI Was Center Stage at Recent Board of Trustees Meeting in Columbus

President Todd Diacon took the opportunity to make the presentation “Kent State Works” at the Board of Trustees meeting, which was held at Le Meridien Columbus, The Joseph. The presentation illustrated how Kent State prepares its students for job readiness. Chancellor of the Ohio Department of Higher Education Randy Gardner and the new President of the Inter-University Council Laura Lanese attended the Board of Trustees meeting. 

IN A FLASH: Predatory Plants

Some plants on campus are hungry for more than just water and sunlight. 

Homecoming Brings Smiles, Memories for Senderoff

It’s been nearly three decades since Rob Senderoff walked around downtown Albany, New York, with the same eyes as the young men he now coaches.  

Siren Send(er)-Off!

The Kent State University community gathered Wednesday at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center to send off the Golden Flashes to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. Go Flashes!

IN A FLASH: 5,044.5 Miles to Kent, Ohio

A special university partnership connects two far-apart points on the globe.

Gearing Up for Game Day: Basketball Tournament Page Launches, Watch Parties Announced

Looking for information about Kent State University’s men’s basketball team and the 2023 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament? The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has launched a 2023 NCAA Basketball Tournament page to assist Golden Flashes fans.

Retired Engineer Chooses Kent State to Pursue Second Degree

Bob Rader’s path to becoming a Golden Flash was anything but traditional. 

The Fourth State of Matter: Liquid Crystals Grant Explores New Possibilities

The average person spends about three hours on their smartphone a day. In that time spent scrolling, do you ever stop to wonder what materials your phone screen is made of or why it works?

Tickets to First Round of NCAA Tournament on Sale Soon

Kent State (28-6) will play Indiana on Friday, March 17, in the first round of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament in Albany, New York. Tickets will be available here starting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday.

Kent State Begins 2023 WNIT at Syracuse

The Kent State women's basketball team will travel to Syracuse for a 2023 Postseason WNIT first round contest on Wednesday, March 15. Tip inside the JMA Wireless Dome is scheduled for 7 p.m.

IN A FLASH: Heads Up! Hats

"Heads Up! Hats" is one of three exhibits that make up the "Head to Toe" exhibition at the Kent State University Museum. The other exhibits in the trilogy are "It's a Wrap! Coats" and "Stepping Out! Shoes." 

With Focus on Rural Social Work, New Bachelor’s Program Aims to Meet Growing Need

More than 60%  of rural Americans live in areas the National Institute of Health deems to be underserved by mental health professionals and only about 20% of social workers nationwide are employed in rural areas, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. These stats, coupled with the high demand for licensed social workers — especially in areas like those surrounding Kent State University’s Regional Campuses — produce significant disparities and gaps in care for people needing social services.

Filling in those gaps is the primary aim of program director Matt Butler and the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program through Kent State’s College of Applied and Technical Studies (CATS), which will have an emphasis on rural social work.

U.S. Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, ’07, Strives to Deliver Meaningful, Bipartisan Results for the People of Ohio’s 13th District

Live Simulation Teaches Kent Nursing and NEOMED Students Communication and Compassion at the End of Life

On a Tuesday morning in early February, nearly 300 students, about 130 junior nursing students from Kent State's 

Sport Administration Junior Shares Bond With Mentor

Mentors can make a tremendous impact in the lives of their mentees. Just ask Jamir Kennedy.

Four Kent State University Alums Join College of Nursing Staff

The next time you visit Henderson Hall, you may notice some new faces around the building!

Christine Kauth Named Inaugural College of Nursing Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs

Kent State University College of Nursing welcomed Christine Kauth Ph.D., RN, as the inaugural Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs on Janua

Navigating Neuroscience: Dr. Stacy Miner Advances Autism Research Through Involvement with the Kent State University Brain Health Research Institute

Brains on Tap: Researchers Head to Brewery for Parkinson’s Talk

Grab a cold one, pull up a chair and learn about brain health research in a relaxed format – that’s the idea behind Brains on Tap, a series of discussions hosted by Kent State’s Brain Health Research Institute and other partners.

IN A FLASH: Brickwork Through a New Lens

A project on campus uses new technology to innovate brickwork.

Overseeing Human-Animal Relationships for Mayo Clinic

Whitney Romine graduated in 2021 with a Master of Public Health, with a Social and Behavioral Sciences concentration.

Young Scientists Think Outside The Box

Emerging scientists from three counties took part in the Ohio District 13 Science Day competition hosted by Kent State University at Tuscarawas.

Kent State Soundly Surpasses Fundraising Goal for Student Scholarship Support Within Its Comprehensive Campaign

Kent State University will be equipped to offer more financial assistance to students in need thanks to donors to a key area of the university’s ongoing comprehensive fundraising campaign. The Forever Brighter campaign includes a scholarship-support component, Prioritizing Student Success, that now stands at $142 million, surpassing the $100 million goal set at the campaign’s outset in October 2021.

Lucky 13! Kent State to Play Indiana In First Round of March Madness

Kent State (28-6) will play Indiana on Friday, March 17, in the first round of the NCAA Division 1 Basketball Tournament in Albany, New York. While 13 is typically an "unlucky" number, the Golden Flashes hope it brings them a victory. 

Golden Flashes on to the Big Dance!

Kent State men's basketball team is taking home the MAC Championship trophy, earning them an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. The second seed Golden Flashes beat the first seed University of Toledo Rockets 93-78.

Fly the Flag! City of Kent Seeks Input on New Flag Designs

In June 2022, the city of Kent formed a flag committee to choose the new design for the city’s official flag. Of the 68 unique designs submitted by community members, the final choices have been narrowed down to three, and the city wants your input.

Flashes Advance to MAC Championship

The Kent State men's basketball team defeated the Akron Zips 79-73 this evening.

Women of the House: Betty Sutton and Emilia Sykes

In 2006, Betty Sutton became the first Kent State alumna to serve in the U.S. Congress, when she was elected to represent Ohio’s 13th District in the House of Representatives. Sixteen years later, Kent State alumna Emilia Sykes, a native of Akron, Ohio, was elected to represent the same district, making her the first Black Kent State alum to serve in the House of Representatives.  

Looking Into the Future of Technology at Kent State

In today’s world, technology is essential, and the demand for technological advancements is ever-growing. Kent State is no exception. 

Sports Betting Isn’t All Fun and Games – It Can Have Serious Consequences 

Since sports betting became legal in Ohio Jan. 1, 2023, television, social media, billboards and the like have been inundated with these comical ads. And Ohioans over 21 years of age, who can bet conveniently from their phones and at various venues such as casinos and bars, are part of the target audience. 

Kent State Remembers May 4, 1970, With 53rd Commemoration

Advancing the legacy of May 4, 1970, a tragic day when the Ohio National Guard fired on Kent State University students during an anti-war protest on campus, killing four students, wounding nine students and forever changing the lives of countless others, the university will hold its annual commemoration on May 3-4.

IN A FLASH: Future Flashes on Campus

March 10 is the fourth of six "Future Flash Days" on campus. 

Uplifting Improvements

The Kent State University Board of Trustees approved a project with an estimated cost of $5 million to be funded from federal, state and university sources to address deferred maintenance at the Kent State University Airport hangar.

1,000 Fearless Collaborators And Counting

Design Innovation welcomes its 1,000th collaborator, reaching the milestone in just under two years.