Student Life
How One Kent State Student Turned Pain Into Pride
When Kent State University senior Julia Michalak was in elementary school and middle school in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, the idea of going to gym class made her sick to her stomach. Now in her final year at Kent State, Michalak will soon earn her bachelor’s degree in physical education and sport performance, with a goal to help other kids like her overcome their insecurities and learn to enjoy physical education.
Flash Focus: Abigale Traska
Meet Abigale Traska, an alumna and current graduate student from Brunswick, Ohio, whose willingness to explore her options has yielded a promising future.
I AM FIRST Week Honors First-Generation Students, Staff and Alumni
Students, faculty, staff and alumni celebrated I AM FIRST Week, a recognition of Kent State University students’ first-generation identity, by building community and showcasing campus-wide support.
Flash Focus: Payton Schramski
Meet Payton Schramski, a senior interior design major with a marketing minor, from Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Big Ideas, Presented in Just a Little Time
Three Minute Thesis competitions, like the one that took place recently at Kent State, are held at institutions nationwide and help student researchers practice presenting complicated research data briefly and simply, in a way that's easy for non-academics.
IN A FLASH: Reflections of Fall
A university photographer captured a stunning scene of beautiful fall skies over the Esplanade, near the Kent State's College of Architecture and Environmental Design.
Entrepreneurial Students Rise Up for Annual Elevator Pitch Competition
Kent State University students showcased their business ideas at LaunchNET’s annual Elevator Pitch Competition on Oct. 23, filling the DI Reactor with passionate energy, fast pitches and big dreams.
Flash Focus: Richard Skains
Meet Richard Skains, a sophomore economics major and USG director from Rocky River, Ohio, who guides – and literally drives –fellow students toward success.
Students and Scholars Create Memorable Learning Experiences
Student groups and classes celebrated Halloween in creative ways as unique as their majors.
A Mom's Cookies Connect With Students
As a student, a sweet treat can be more than just a sweet treat; it can provide comfort, excitement, and joy, especially during stressful and sad days. Over the past few months, one treat in particular has become a campus favorite: Sugar cookies. That students can find at Rosie’s, Eastway, and Bistro.