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Alumni and Giving
We engage and inspire alumni, friends and partners to connect with and give through Kent State - transforming the lives of our students and creating an impact throughout our communities. Whether you want to reconnect with classmates, attend exclusive events, mentor students or contribute to the causes that mean the most to you, there’s a way for every Golden Flash to make a difference.
Giving Tuesday Campaign Raises More Than $4.58 Million
From Nov. 1 through Giving Tuesday (Dec. 2), members of the Kent State University community came together to support more than 50 funds, demonstrating how donors can fuel progress in the areas that matter most to them.
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What's Happening
Bunnies and Brews is March 20
Are you ready for Kent State’s biggest eggs-travaganza? Our fourth annual glow-in-the-dark egg hunt is bigger than ever and everybunny will gather a dozen glowing eggs and discover if they’ve chosen any that contain a golden ticket to an amazing prize, all while enjoying an adults-only dessert reception.
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Alumnus Improves Care for Pediatric Imaging Patients
Kent State University at Salem alumnus Ryan Pavlak, ’14, has spent the past nine years improving pediatric care at Akron Children’s Boardman Campus. As radiology supervisor, he oversees the X-ray, CT, MRI and ultrasound departments, ensuring every child gets quality, compassionate care.
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A Mission Reclaimed: How One Veteran Earned His Kent State Degree
Alumnus Joshua Collins, ’10, returned to Kent State on a mission. A combat veteran, husband and new father, he was no longer approaching college as a vague next step in his life. He was focused on finishing what he started.
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The MAC Center Turns 75
Celebrate 75 years of alumni memories at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center! From musical legends to historic sports moments and visits from iconic politicians, revisit what makes the MAC Center so special to our Golden Flash community. Learn more about the history, share your memories and get your own mini MAC Center replica (while supplies last).
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Ways to Connect
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Cause an Effect
Together, we can change the world, and it all begins when you give through Kent State. Find your cause by interacting with the video below.

