Arts & Culture

Art by Katlin Shae on display in the gallery.

The Biennial Faculty Show runs from Jan. 17 through Feb. 10. 

The Serlio Code exhibition of AI-designed shapes at the DI Hub Gallery.

"The Serlio Code" exhibition is on display in the DI Hub Gallery through Feb. 3. 

A scene from the Kent State NYC Fashion Week Show 2022.

Fashion students from Kent State and IFC Paris came together in a shared runway show during NYC Fashion Week. 

Growing Democracy Project

The Photovoice Project is an art display that used photography and storytelling to engage community members and encourage them to describe the strengths, weaknesses and overall health of their community.

Students participate in Jewelry Making With FAB

Jewelry Making With FAB was an artistic and interactive activity hosted by the Flash Activities Board that turned the second floor of the Kent Student Center into a free jewelry-making station for two hours.

Singer David Crosby tours the May 4 site with Professor Emeritus Laura Davis.

Professor Emeritus Laura Davis, co-creator of the May 4 Walking Tour and May 4 Visitors Center, and a witness to the 1970 Kent State shootings, shares personal reflections on singer David Crosby's ties to Kent State.

Jazz Orchestra performing in Ludwig Recital Hall (2017)

Kent State’s cultural offerings have a reach far beyond the borders of Ohio. There’s always something new to experience at the many events held at Kent State, at off-campus locations year-round ​or virtually. The redesigned Arts & Cultural Experiences page provides an educational and entertaining window into the world of Kent State.  

Faculty Art Exhibit

The School of Art Collection and Galleries at Kent State University has opened a new exhibition, the Biennial Faculty Show.

Actor Danny Trejo will speak om March 9, 2023, as part of Kent State Stark's Featured Speaker Series.

Kent State University at Stark’s Featured Speakers Series and the Stark Library’s Speaking of Books Author Series are partnering to present iconic Hollywood character actor Danny Trejo, who will speak at the Canton Palace Theatre on March 9.

A student browses the recent book sale held by Kent State University Press.

The Kent State University Press publishes dozens of titles each year, from crime fiction and poetry to history and biographies, all of which make for great holiday gift giving. 

“We’ve had a stellar lineup of titles for 2022, including two books with KSU's Wick Poetry Center: ‘Dear Vaccine,’ which was featured on the PBS NewsHour, and ‘Sister Tongue,’ winner of the Wick Poetry Award,” said Julia Wiesenberg, marketing and sales manager for The Kent State University Press.