Community & Society
Take a Fresh Look at ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Student Organizations on Jan. 17
Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø’s Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university’s 350+ student organizations.
Bridging Communities: ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø to Host 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference
When cities and universities work together, incredible things can happen. Like any good partnership, ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø and the city of Kent have spent years building and strengthening their relationship, and it has paid off. ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø will host the 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference.
From Classroom to Community: ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Graduates Drive Change Through LGBTQ+ Research
Two ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø graduates who recently earned their Master of Public Health degrees spent the past two years as researchers on the first-of-its-kind Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment.
IN A FLASH: Joyous Voices
Cartwright Hall was filled with the voices of the ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Gospel Choir in a performance earlier this month.
Support Reminds Students ‘They Are Worthy’
The LGBTQ+ Center’s LGBTQ+ Emergency Fund has been helping members from the LGBTQ+ community with different financial crises encountered throughout their academic journeys since 2010. The main purpose of the fund is to ensure that students are able to overcome challenges they face and continue pursuing their education.
¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø Offered Smooth Road to Graduation for NDC Transfers
When Notre Dame College announced in March 2024 that it would be closing its doors for financial reasons, students like Reagan Davenport found the doors at Kent State to be wide open, and a welcoming and accessible transfer process followed.   
IN A FLASH: Fiery Skies at Sunrise
Fiery, fall colors filled the cloudy skies above ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø on an early morning in November.
15 Years of the Cohn Jewish Student Center's Growing Community
Fifteen years ago, the Cohn Jewish Student Center opened its doors, becoming a vital hub for Jewish students at ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø. Since its opening, Kent Hillel has worked to foster a sense of belonging, cultural pride and a supportive community for Jewish students and others across the campus.
IN A FLASH: I Am First Week
"I Am First Week" at ¾ÅÓÎÓéÀÖ¹ÙÍø honors the challenges and accomplishments of first-generation students.
Pass the Turkey, Hold the Arguments
After one of the most contentious elections in American history, we are entering the holiday season when family dinners can be an argument waiting to happen.