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Adding a Little Spring to Winter

Students eagerly filed into the Kent Student Center on Jan. 23 for the Flash Activities Board’s winter terrarium event aimed to bring some greenery to students during the cold winter months. 

Strutting Our Stuff: Kent State’s School of Fashion to Help Raise Money for Ronald McDonald House Charities

Students, faculty and alumni from Kent State University’s world-renowned School of Fashion will be sending some of their most exciting designs down the runway on Feb. 8 in Haute for the House, a fashion show to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Ohio. 

DoIT Supports Kent State's R1 Status by Creating App to Track $2M in Grant Money

The future of tracking internal grant money within the university is here, and it presents a brand-new way of managing funds distributed to professors and organizations. In partnership with the division of Research and Economic Development, the Division of Information Technology has created a fund-tracking app to trace the path of grant spending.

As an R1 school, Kent State has the highest “status for research” recognition that doctoral universities can receive. This distinction was partly given due to Kent State’s funding for research.

The Sky’s The Limit: How DoIT Helped Transform Flight Reservations at Kent State

Kent State’s Division of Information Technology (DoIT) has helped the College of Aeronautics and Engineering (CAE) soar to reach new heights with innovative technology. Reserving aircrafts has become significantly more efficient for students with the new implementation of an automated flight reservation application.

The college originally organized aircraft reservations through a Google Doc created by a former student. Once this student graduated and was no longer operating the document, the college sought out a more automated formula.

Regional Students Receive Intel® Scholarships

Two students in the College of Applied and Technical Studies at Kent State University at Tuscarawas received Intel^® Semiconductor Scholarship for Women awards. The scholarships support education-related expenses (tuition, fees, books,etc.) as well as other expenses including transportation and childcare.

I PROMISE Students Study Brain Health

Kent State’s Brain Health Research Institute recently welcomed 94 fourth-grade students from the I PROMISE School in Akron, Ohio, for a day of activities aimed at sparking their interest in science and technology.

Michael Weber Knows How to Rock ’n’ Bowl

The 2019 Kent State University graduate and award-winning musician can now add film score composer to his resume.

We Are Here For The Students: Anthropology Professor Discusses Importance Of Mentorship

Metin Eren, Ph.D., associate professor of archaeology at Kent State University, was recently interviewed on a  hosted by Ed Butch and shared his insights on the importance of mentoring students. 

School of Fashion's NYC Studio Brings Students, Faculty and Alumni Together in Making Strong Name Atop the Industry

Faculty and staff at the Kent State University School of Fashion revel in the creativity and confidence of our students. That's certainly true at Kent State University New York City Fashion, where Kent State Today found students, staff and alumni working side by side with the top names in Fashion to prepare our graduates to succeed.

Staff Spotlight - Laura Stephens

Laura Stephens is a Career Advisor at Kent State University Career Exploration and Development (CED), serving the engineering, technology, and data community.

Flash Friday: Maddie Goerl

Meet Maddie Goerl, a senior public relations major with a minor in public health at Kent State University from Mars, Pennsylvania.

Student Says Dad Would Be Proud to See Him Mentoring His Peers, Helping the Community

Sophomore public health major Ivory Kendrick has many irons in the fire this semester - along with academics, he is working as an intern and training his peers to be leaders.

What’s the Big Idea? Spinal Injury Research With Lique Coolen

Come along with Kent State University President Todd Diacon as he talks to Lique Coolen, Ph.D., from the Brain Health Research Institute about her research on the brain and on spinal cord injuries.

IN A FLASH: Welcome Back to the SMC!

The E.Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center kicked off the semester with a Welcome Back Mixer. 

MEDIA ADVISORY: Dr. Michael Schwartz Celebration of Life to Be Livestreamed on Feb. 8

Cleveland State University and Kent State University will co-host a celebration of life for Dr. Michael Schwartz on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 3 p.m. in the Glasscock Family Foundation Ballroom (third floor of CSU’s Student Center). Doors will open to the public at 2:30 p.m. Those who wish to pay their respects but cannot attend in person are invited to view the event via livestream,

Snack-Sized Conversations

During the first full week of the spring semester, Kent State University’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering provided two events for students, staff and faculty in the building to mingle and get to know each other, as a fun way to kick off the academic term.  

Mock Trial Teams Host 10-Team Intercollegiate Regional Tournament

On January 20, Kent State University welcomed over 120 college students from across the region to its “Golden Flash Legal Clash,” a two-day collegiate mock trial invitational held in the Kent Student Center. Proceeds from the event helped to raise funds for future events that Kent State’s Mock Trial teams plan to attend. The 10 student teams, including some from out-of-state, competed in four rounds. Teams from Case Western Reserve University finished first and second with third place going to a team from William & Mary. The opening and closing ceremonies were held in the Kent State Governance Chambers. 

From a Ph.D. to International Pageant Winner

When you hear the word pageant, it likely conjures up images of tiaras, swimsuit competitions and ladies crying as they clutch an armful of roses on a brightly lit stage. But Lorain, Ohio, native and Kent State University alumna Monica Burgett, Ph.D., has triumphed on a pageant circuit that doesn’t include sparkling tiaras or bathing suit competitions. This time, the pageant celebrated contestants for their brilliant minds.

Duck, Duck, Goose! How Waterfowl Impact the Health of Wetlands

Kent State researchers are studying how the presence of waterfowl contributes to the health of wetland ecosystems. 

To Dupe or Not to Dupe?

If you have purchased a dupe, or a duplicate of a premium item for a lower price, you may be part of the newest Generation Z trend of “ballin’ on a budget.” Kent State Today asked the students of Kent State about their opinions on brands and dupes.

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 - FLASHBACK: Views from Anuta, Solomon Islands

Professor Emeritus Richard Feinberg shared images from his research expeditions to the Polynesian island of Anuta.

Kent State of Mind: The Influence of my Family

Growing up, basketball was always a huge part of my life. It all stemmed from watching my older cousin play. In high school, he was a highly recruited player, and every school in the nation wanted him. Watching him play and going to his tournaments made me want to pick up the game and do the same thing.

Crawford Hall's AV Design Will Vault Me From Classroom To Boardroom

Stepping onto the campus of Kent State University as an international student, I felt a thrill course through me. Discovering the news about the upcoming business building, Crawford Hall, for the Ambassador Crawford College of Business, only amplified that excitement.

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We Are Here for the Students: Anthropology Professor Discusses Importance of Mentorship

Metin Eren, Ph.D., associate professor of archaeology at Kent Sta

Kent State Researcher Ranked in the Top Percentage of Researchers Cited Worldwide

For the eighth consecutive year, Mietek Jaroniec, Ph.D., pro

The Day Neil deGrasse Tyson Captivated Kent State

With the eclipse fast approaching and many Golden Flashes taking a new look at the moon, sun and stars, Kent State Today is taking a look back at the day the country's most well-known astrophysicist came to campus and wowed a capacity crowd with insights into what's really going on outside of the earth.

Free Software, Identity Protection, and Computer Support: Just a Few Ways DoIT Has Your Back

Is online life stressing you out? Between classes, calendars, and the endless scroll of the online world, who has time to worry about computer meltdowns or identity loss? At Kent State, you don’t have to. The Division of Information Technology is your go-to partner for seamless tech integration and support!

Kent State Professor to Lead American Translators Association

Geoffrey Koby, Ph.D., professor of Translation Studies and German at Kent State University, has been studying German since he was a fresh

IN A FLASH: Exploring Jobs on Campus

Is the Zombie Apocalypse a Real Possibility?

National Geographic seeks out Tara Smith, professor in the College of Public Health, for the answer.

Every Team Posts Term GPA Over 3.0 For First Time

Every single Golden Flash program posted a term grade-point average (GPA) above a 3.0 for the first time in history, highlighting an exemplary semester in the classroom for Kent State Athletics.

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.

Strongly Rooted: '80 graduate and Kent State donor is serious about local workforce development

Thirty years ago, Kent State University alumna Elizabeth Bartz h

Innovative Scholarship Helps Students Cross the "Finish Line"

In 2018, Matthew Cornshaw-Arnold graduated from Kent State with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, crediting the degree with providing a