Community Impact
IN A FLASH: Photo Field Trip
A photo team from Kent State's Division of University Communications and Marketing captured spectacular images of a Kent State alumna and Cleveland's Rocket Arena - home of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Whatās That Statue Near the Esplanade Arch?
A dramatic, 15-foot-tall bronze sculpture stands on the Lefton Esplanade near the intersection of East Main Street and Haymaker Parkway. Itās a gift from a Kent State alumnus and outstanding supporter of the university.
The Social Code: Students Respond to Changing Social Media Landscape
The TikTok ban. Platforms removing fact-checkers. Political motivations. So much is changing so fast in the social media landscape. But is it business as usual for students using social media? Has anything changed?
IN A FLASH: Canine Kisses for a Cause
A Valentineās Day Puppy Kissing Booth in the Kent Student Center helped Kent State students raise funds for an organization that provides service dogs to children and veterans with disabilities.
IN A FLASH: āEase on Downā to See āThe Wizā
Student performers are working on final rehearsals for āThe Wiz,ā which opens on Feb. 21 and runs through March 2 at Kent Stateās E. Turner Stump Theatre.
New Location, Same Mission and Exceptional Bargains
The KSU Surplus Store opened on East Main Street in September of 2023. It recently moved to a new location ā on campus in the vacant College of Business Administration Building. The new location offers single-floor shopping and easier access for students and faculty.
One Year In, Cannabis Education Program Sees Strong Growth
Since launching in January 2024, more than 200 students have enrolled in Kent State's online cannabis education program.
IN A FLASH: Zapping The Zips
Kent Stateās Golden Flashes womenās basketball team celebrated 50 years of womenās basketball with āgold-outā game victory over their arch-rivals, the Akron Zips.
IN A FLASH: Caring Hands
The White Coat Ceremony marks the beginning of a nursing students clnical rotation and reinforces their commitment to compassionate care.
Alumna Emilia Sykes Sets Goals for Second Term in Congress
Ā鶹¹ū¶³ alumna Emilia Sykes says her goals have not changed as she begins her second term in Congress. Sykes, who hails from Akron, Ohio, spoke with the Akron Beacon Journal about her plans for the second term and what sheāll be focusing on.