Workshops
In this interactive, virtual workshop, instructors will learn concrete strategies for supporting First Gen students in their courses by building supportive connections and conversations.
Click here for the recording of this session & a place to comment/ask questions
Click here for a link to the slides
Click here for the link the Student/Office Hours resource
Click here for the link to Community Agreement resources
Click here for the link to Student Survey resource
Click here to request a Workshop in a Flash on Community Agreements, Student surveys or other topics
Our annual "Party at Cindy's" will be held Wednesday, Nov. 29. Come enjoy a variety of wines, hors d'oeuvres and pizza as we celebrate the coming winter season! Dress is casual. There is no cost to attend, but donations to the KSU Lake County Alumni Scholarship are appreciated. Bring an appetizer or dessert to share, and take home a great KSU door prize!
RSVP by Nov. 24.
Join the Stark County Alumni Chapter in the heart of downtown Canton for a festive and fun holiday party to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! The event will feature holiday games and activities, a holiday sweater contest and Kent State inspired drinks. Drinks are on your own, but small bites to snack on will be provided. Milestone has a great menu, so guests are welcome to purchase additional food as well. We hope to see you in your most festive attire Sunday, Dec. 3!
RSVP by Nov. 27.
The Kent State University Museum is honored to host the first museum exhibition in the United States dedicated to the work of the brand Sukeina founded by Omar Salam. While his family’s origins go back to Senegal in West Africa, Salam lived around Europe before coming to New York City to study at Parsons School of Design for a degree in fashion. He originally planned to study film but realized that he would be more effective telling the intricate, vibrant stories he sought to tell through fashion.
Salam began his career working for Sonia Rykiel in Paris then becoming visual director for the New York office. He spent seven years with Rykiel before joining Christian Lacroix in 2010. Salam launched his own brand in 2012 which he named Sukeina after his mother. The word means “bright light.” As he describes it “Light is what reconciles us with the value of everything, and without it, all goes missing.”
Sukeina is driven by Salam’s commitment to make women look and feel special. His designs feature clean lines but also intricate hand crafting. Many of his pieces incorporate silk fringe tied by hand onto a ground of lace and mesh. He also creates stunning origami-like pieces of dimensionally folded neoprene. His designs at once obscure and reveal the woman’s form. The exhibition showcases looks from many of his collections, bearing evocative names such as Rise, Hue, Miracle, Bloom and Cardinal.
Designer Sponsor: Linda Harper
Atelier Sponsors: Geneva Damron in memory of Derek Damron
KSU School of Fashion Design & Merchandising
Come cheer on your favorite team! The Southern California Alumni Chapter invites you to join your Flashes family at SoFi Stadium as the Cleveland Browns take on the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Dec. 3, at 1:25 p.m. PST. Wear your favorite team's gear (or your festive holiday attire!) and join us for this exciting matchup. Family and friends are welcome! The chapter has reserved seats in sections 532, 533 and 535, and tickets are $65 each. Please use the link below to access the group rate, RSVP and purchase your tickets. We hope to see you there. Go Browns! Go Rams! Go Flashes!
RSVPs are appreciated by Sunday, Nov. 26. Please reach out to chapter member Danielle Tucker at tucker.danielle1@gmail.com or alumni@kent.edu with any questions.
During this workshop, we will discuss some foundational knowledge related to artificial intelligence, share research findings about KSU instructor perception and usage of AI, and explore strategies to make your role as an educator more efficient, engaging, and creative through the use of AI.
Workshop recording: link to channel with recording
Presentation Slides: pdf of slides
Resource Document: pdf of handout
Link to padlet activity: https://padlet.com/ltomaswi/what-our-roles-involve-gqym2igwtcftwfcw
Link to E2 Conference: https://www.kent.edu/e2/2024-education-elevated-e2-conference
Join us for a whimsical event that combines the joy of ice skating with the enchanting world of a candy-themed wonderland. Our Alumni Skate Night will transport you to a magical winter realm filled with sweet treats and frosty fun! Flashes of all ages are invited to skate the night away (ice skates are provided) and enjoy an assortment of filling hors d'oeuvres, sweet treats and a hot chocolate bar.
Fee:
Adult Skate + Reception: $15 per person
Child Skate (Ages 5-17) + Reception: $5 per person
Child Skate (Ages 4 and younger) + Reception: Free
(Proceeds benefit the Kent State Scholarship Fund.)
Cheer on the Golden Flashes Men’s Basketball team in a thrilling showdown against our biggest rival, the University of Akron. Prior to tipoff, fans can enjoy a spirit-filled alumni gathering in the Kent Student Center’s second floor dining room, complete with a delicious dinner and great company.
Game tickets will be distributed upon check-in at the reception. Alcohol is not included but will be available for purchase.
Fee:
Dinner + Lower Reserve Ticket: $40 per person
Dinner + General Admission Ticket: $30 per person
Dinner Only: $15 per person
(Proceeds benefit the Kent State Scholarship Fund.)
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Register by Jan. 12.
Devote a chilly winter evening to nurturing your heart and mind. As Mimi said, "Let's go out tonight!" Join us for an amazing student performance of “Rent,” directed by Amy Fritsche, associate professor of Acting and Musical Theatre. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. in the center’s Erdmann-Zucchero Theatre, and then at 7:30 p.m., witness a powerful and heartwarming story of love, friendship and artistic expression that has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide for more than two decades.
With its soaring melodies, moving lyrics and an unforgettable cast of characters, "Rent" promises an evening of emotion, passion and sheer theatrical brilliance. Show tickets will be distributed upon check-in. Alcohol is not included but will be available for purchase.
Fee:
Dinner + Musical Ticket: $35 per person
Dinner Only: $15 per person
(Proceeds benefit the Kent State Scholarship Fund)
Register by Friday, Feb. 9.
This event is sold out.
