Student Life
New FAFSA Form Poses Challenges, Kent State Is Ready to Help
Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is always challenging for students and their parents, but this year’s process may be even more daunting.
IN A FLASH: Exploring Jobs on Campus
Kent State University has more than 8,000 on-campus jobs for students. Student Employment Fairs – one in the fall and one in the spring – help connect students with job opportunities and network with on-campus employers. µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍø 75% of Kent State students are employed while they are taking clas…
Bridging The News Gap In East Palestine, Ohio
A year ago, national media outlets descended on East Palestine, Ohio, after a freight train carrying hazardous materials derailed in the rural Columbiana County village on Feb. 3, 2023. The consequences are still unfolding, but as national media have moved onto covering other stories, a news gap has emerged. Four Kent State journalism seniors have been filling that gap, with support from Grist and the Center for Rural Strategies.
‘A Promise Kept’
When she walked across the stage at commencement on Dec. 16, Terrie Harris realized a dream more than 25 years in the making. Life intervened often during Harris’ educational journey, but thanks to Kent State University’s regional campus system a diploma was finally hers in December.
IN A FLASH: New Year, Old Rivalry
Kent State's Golden Flashes meet the Akron Zips for the first time this season on Jan. 19.
‘A Promise Kept’
When she walked across the stage at commencement on Dec. 16, Terrie Harris realized a dream more than 25 years in the making. Life intervened often during Harris’ educational journey, but thanks to Kent State University’s regional campus system a diploma was finally hers in December.
IN A FLASH: Flashes in the Freeze
Kent State students braved the extremely cold temperatures and below zero wind chills on their way to their classes.
New Year, New You? Don’t Let Anxiety Keep You From Thriving
Addressing the problems of a changing society, such as mental health, is a foundational value at Kent State, which also offers a number of resources to support students, faculty, staff and the community.
IN A FLASH: A Snowy Return to Classes
Some of the season's coldest temperatures and snow cover set the scene for students' first day of classes after winter break.
Kent State Student Escapes Dating Abuse, Helps Others Know Their WorthÂ
After experiencing dating violence in high school, Rhylee Shepherd turned her pain into a teaching opportunity for her peers through the Know Your Worth project.