Community & Society

Video: The 2017 Kent State Aeronautics Fair
The Kent State University Aeronautics Fair is a free, family-friendly event held at the Kent State University Airport. The 2017 fair took place Sept. 9.

Kent State Ashtabula Student Veterans Honor the Fallen During 9/11 With Flag Display
This past week, the walkways at Kent State University at Ashtabula were lined with thousands of American flags in honor of those who lost their lives in the Sept. 11 attacks.

The Sweet Life
Brent Ian Wesley, BBA ’04, isn’t just a keeper of bees—he’s an entrepreneur with a passion for uplifting people while selling urban honey and men’s personal care products.
By Justin Glanville / Kent State Magazine

Kent State Student Confronts Manufacturing Trend That Impacts Climate Change
These days, consumers can buy the latest clothing trends quickly and inexpensively. Critics, however, maintain that this “fast fashion” can be detrimental to the environment.
Henry Winkler to Visit Kent State Stark as Part of Featured Speaker Series
He is best known as "The Fonz" on "Happy Days." On Oct. 10, Henry Winkler will share the story of his career and living with undiagnoised dyslexia.

Kent State Celebrates Diversity with a Show of Unity at Akron Pride 2017
Kent State takes part in the Equality March, kicking off Akron Pride 2017.

Video: Kent State Welcomes Back PGA Tour Winner Mackenzie Hughes
Kent State University alumnus and professional golfer Mackenzie Hughes returned to his alma mater for a “Welcome Back” reception in his honor organized by Herb Page, Kent State’s director of golf and head men’s golf coach.

The Missing Link Between College Renters and Landlords
A Kent State entrepreneur creates a website and an upcoming app that connects renters to landlords.

Miles to Make a Difference
A Kent State University assistant dean runs 200 miles for his daughter and all other families touched by multiple sclerosis.

Kent State at Stark Professor Weighs in on Best and Worst Recession Recovered Cities
Lucas Engelhardt, Ph.D., associate professor in Kent State University at Stark’s Department of Economics, is a firm believer in pursing innovation and investing in capital, when it comes to driving economic growth in cities.