Alumni
Alumni Spotlight - Jim Sebastian
Jim "SeaBass" Sebastian, a distinguished alumnus of Kent State University's College of Aeronautics and Engineering, has been awarded the 2024 Kent State Advocacy Award for his exceptional contributions to his alma mater and its students.
Kent State Honors 11 Alumni Award Recipients During Homecoming Weekend
Sponsored by the Kent State Alumni Association, the Alumni Awards are the university’s most prestigious alumni honors. The 2024 Alumni Award recipients include seven alumni, two recent graduates, one staff member and one current student.
‘Golden Flashes, Get Registered, Make a Plan and Get Out to Vote!’
A Kent State alumnus who has been visiting Ohio colleges and universities in a pre-election tour by the League of Women Voters of Ohio says he's excited to see that student voters are interested and engaged in the election process.
Kent State Celebrates Crawford Hall Grand Opening
Kent State University celebrated the grand opening of Crawford Hall on Sept. 27, attended by more than 700 guests, including university leadership, faculty, students, donors, alumni and dignitaries.
Kent State Celebrates ‘A Legacy of Leadership’ at This Year’s Homecoming
Kent State University is set to burst with Golden Flash pride as the annual Homecoming celebration returns Sept. 28.
Kent State Alumni to Pilot Goodyear Blimp at Aeronautics and Engineering Expo
The skies over Kent State University's Airport will feature a unique homecoming this weekend as three alumni return to pilot the Goodyear Blimp during the Aeronautics and Engineering Expo (A&E Expo) from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sept. 7 Michael Dougherty, Adam Basaran and Jessica Miladinovich…
Kent State Alumni Charity Props-4-Paws Raises Funds For Local Animal Shelters
At the Kent State University Airport, two alumni are proving that the sky's not the limit when it comes to helping animals in need.
A Walk Down Memory Lane
As we approach another exciting Homecoming, we want to remember all the unforgettable moments and the pride that come with celebrating it. Whether it's the electric energy of the football game or heartwarming reunions with old friends, Golden Flash memories are the heart and soul of our tradition. W…
The Dogs Have Their Day on Campus
Each August, Kent State welcomes alumni and their canine companions to campus for one of the most anticipated events of the year, the "Dog Days of Summer."
Kent State Celebrates Its Newest Graduates With Summer Commencement Ceremony
The Kent State University alumni family will grow by more than 1,000 new graduates as the university holds its summer commencement ceremony on Aug. 10.