When Corey Conners teed off at the 2024 Paris Olympics, he represented more than just his home country of Canada. The professional golfer also carried the pride of Kent State University.Conners, a 2014 Kent State graduate, finished in an impressive tie for ninth place in the men's Olympic golf tournament at Le Golf National. He closed with a strong 5-under 66 on Sunday, making five birdies without a single bogey. His performance put him at 12-under for the week, showcasing the skills he honed during his time as a Golden Flash.This marked Conners' second Olympic appearance, a feat made possible...

Who would have guessed that one of the only orchestras in the country completely focused on video game music was founded right here in Northeast Ohio by two Golden Flashes?“We are all video game music, all the time, 24/7,” said Andrew Keller, co-founder, chief executive officer and music director for Video Game Symphony, who earned a Ph.D. in music theory composition in 2019 from Kent State.The symphony, which began in 2023, has quickly gained attention for its innovative approach to classical music and its appeal to a broad audience.Keller co-founded the symphony with Jaclyn Kurtz, who serves...