Workshops

AI for Educators

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.)

Register Now
 

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.)

Register Now
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. 

The annual "Flashes to Florentines" event is an opportunity for students to learn about the Florence Summer Institute. Faculty members will provide information about their courses as students explore their options for the summer. Pizza is provided.
 

Florence Summer Institute Information Session

Beat the winter blues at Kent Skates! Join fellow Central Ohio alumni and their families for an afternoon of fun on the ice. Doors open at noon, and pizza and beverages will be served at 12:30 p.m. Open skating is from 1:30-3 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person (plus processing fees) and include skate rental. 

Buy Tickets

Purchase your tickets by Jan. 10, 2024, or while supplies last. 

In today’s fast-paced and dynamic work environment, prioritizing mental health and well-being in the workforce has never been more important. This virtual lecture aims to shed light on the critical aspects of mental health and well-being, emphasizing the significance of a healthy, supportive workplace. Prepare to learn and have an open discussion on understanding mental health, creating a supportive work environment, work-life balance, resilience and coping strategies.

The deadline to RSVP is March 5. 
Register Now

Are you ready for Kent State’s biggest eggs-travaganza? As students depart for spring break, we invite alumni back to campus for our second annual glow-in-the-dark egg hunt! When the sun dips below the horizon, the picturesque Front Campus will come alive with the soft, ethereal glow of thousands of hidden eggs waiting to be discovered. Everybunny will gather a dozen glowing eggs and discover if they’ve chosen any that contain a golden ticket to an amazing prize, all the while enjoying an adults-only dessert reception, featuring Kent State’s official craft beer.

The deadline to RSVP is March 15.

Register Now
 

Join us for Kent State Spirit Day with the Pittsburgh Penguins to witness the electric atmosphere of a Penguins game with a distinctive Golden Flash flair. The day will include a pregame alumni gathering at the Cambria Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., complete with a delicious brunch. Alcohol is not included but will be available for purchase. Then at 1 p.m., watch the arena come alive as the Penguins aim for victory against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Don’t miss out on this exciting day that combines the best elements of sportsmanship and university spirit.

The deadline to RSVP is March 29. 
Register Now

AI for Educators

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.)

Register Now
 

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.)

Register Now
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. 

The annual "Flashes to Florentines" event is an opportunity for students to learn about the Florence Summer Institute. Faculty members will provide information about their courses as students explore their options for the summer. Pizza is provided.
 

Florence Summer Institute Information Session

Beat the winter blues at Kent Skates! Join fellow Central Ohio alumni and their families for an afternoon of fun on the ice. Doors open at noon, and pizza and beverages will be served at 12:30 p.m. Open skating is from 1:30-3 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person (plus processing fees) and include skate rental. 

Buy Tickets

Purchase your tickets by Jan. 10, 2024, or while supplies last. 

In today’s fast-paced and dynamic work environment, prioritizing mental health and well-being in the workforce has never been more important. This virtual lecture aims to shed light on the critical aspects of mental health and well-being, emphasizing the significance of a healthy, supportive workplace. Prepare to learn and have an open discussion on understanding mental health, creating a supportive work environment, work-life balance, resilience and coping strategies.

The deadline to RSVP is March 5. 
Register Now

Are you ready for Kent State’s biggest eggs-travaganza? As students depart for spring break, we invite alumni back to campus for our second annual glow-in-the-dark egg hunt! When the sun dips below the horizon, the picturesque Front Campus will come alive with the soft, ethereal glow of thousands of hidden eggs waiting to be discovered. Everybunny will gather a dozen glowing eggs and discover if they’ve chosen any that contain a golden ticket to an amazing prize, all the while enjoying an adults-only dessert reception, featuring Kent State’s official craft beer.

The deadline to RSVP is March 15.

Register Now
 

Join us for Kent State Spirit Day with the Pittsburgh Penguins to witness the electric atmosphere of a Penguins game with a distinctive Golden Flash flair. The day will include a pregame alumni gathering at the Cambria Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., complete with a delicious brunch. Alcohol is not included but will be available for purchase. Then at 1 p.m., watch the arena come alive as the Penguins aim for victory against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Don’t miss out on this exciting day that combines the best elements of sportsmanship and university spirit.

The deadline to RSVP is March 29. 
Register Now

Fashion Timeline
Jun. 29, 2012

Palmer and Mull Galleries | Sara Hume, Curator
The “Fashion Timeline” showcases the Kent State University Museum’s world-class collection of historic fashions. Encompassing over two centuries of fashion history, this exhibition is designed to show the evolution of styles and silhouettes while contextualizing the pieces with relevant political, technological and cultural developments.

Jun. 28, 2024

"The Hepburn Style: Katharine and her Designers" is now on display at the Kent State University Museum. Throughout the exhibition, you will see the elements of comfort, movement and proportion represented in Katharine Hepburn’s fashion choices and in the costumes she wore.

Jan. 24, 2025

The Kent State University Museum is pleased to announce its winter exhibition, “Hildur Ásgeirsdóttir Jónsson: Micro/Macro,” a solo exhibition by Ohio-based artist, Hildur Ásgeirsdóttir Jónsson. Consistent with the museum’s mission to showcase exceptional textile art and to inspire the next generation of artists, the exhibition includes over 30 large-scale works by Kent State alumna Jónsson.

The exhibition is curated by Sara Hume, Ph.D. and will be open to the public from Friday, January 24 through August 3, 2025. A public opening reception and artist talk will be held on Thursday, January 23 at 5 p.m. at the museum.

This exhibition is sponsored by Ken Robinson. The Kent State University Museum receives operating support through a sustainability grant from the Ohio Arts Council.

Colorful textile tapestry depicting the Madonna
Mar. 21, 2025

The Kent State University Museum is pleased to announce its spring exhibition, “John Paul Morabito: Madonna dei Femminellə”, a solo exhibition by the head of the textiles program at Kent State University’s School of Art.

Apr. 21, 2025

Visit the CAED to see Laure Nolte's exhibit "Field of Dreams" on display from April 21 - August 21 in the Armstrong Gallery.

Alan Canfora
May. 02, 2025

Alan Canfora was one of nine students wounded on May 4, 1970, when the Ohio National Guard opened fire on Kent State students during an anti-war protest on campus. Explore Canfora’s incredible collection of materials documenting his lifelong commitment to activism, advocacy and remembrance of those wounded and killed on May 4, 1970, including the large part he played in the May 4 Task Force (M4TF).
Curated by Savannah Gould, Special Collections Project Archivist, April 2025

Joe Lanzilotta, The BM Room, Oil on Canvas, 20” x24”, 2023.
Jun. 13, 2025

Riffing on the Human Condition features artwork from the two Cleveland-based artists/designers and will be on display from June 13 – July 26, 2025, in the KSU Downtown Gallery, located at 141 East Main Street in Kent, Ohio. There will be a reception on June 13 from 5-7 p.m., which is free and open to the public.

Northeast Ohio artists Justin Will and Joe Lanzilotta’s graphic painting styles both employ bold colors and flattened shapes as their visual languages for coping with the contemporary human condition. Will’s work uses joy and humor as means of easing the burdens of existence, while Lanzilotta confronts it head-on, highlighting some of the absurd and strange truths about being a human alive in the world today.

This exhibit is free and open to the public and has been brought to you with support from the Ohio Arts Council.

Juneteenth Event POW
Jun. 18, 2025

Kent State University will commemorate Juneteenth with a community celebration that combines the rich history of Black Americans with an assortment of festivities. Enjoy live performances, music, great food, vendors and more on the Student Green.

Jun. 18, 2025

To reserve your seat or for more information, please contact Theresa Hootman at 1-440-964-4252 or thootma1@kent.edu. This is an in-person event.

Fiddler on the Roof Logo
Jun. 18, 2025

Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, “Fiddler on the Roof’s” universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.

“Fiddler on The Roof” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Jun. 19, 2025

In observance of Juneteenth, Kent State offices will be closed. For complete closure information, as well as other observed holidays, visit www.kent.edu/people-and-culture/holiday-calendar.

Jun. 19, 2025

Kent State University observes Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19, 2025. All campus offices and buildings at Kent State Stark are closed.

Jun. 19, 2025

Kent State University observes Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19, 2025. All campus offices and buildings at Kent State Salem and Kent State East Liverpool are closed.

Fiddler on the Roof Logo
Jun. 19, 2025

Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, “Fiddler on the Roof’s” universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.

“Fiddler on The Roof” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Fiddler on the Roof Logo
Jun. 20, 2025

Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, “Fiddler on the Roof’s” universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.

“Fiddler on The Roof” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Jun. 21, 2025

This trip will be held locally on the Cuyahoga River. We will meet at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (or you can meet us at Kramer Fields-just let us know ahead of time!) From there, we will paddle to Brust Park in Munroe Falls. We will then take the shuttle back to the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. A staff member will be with you on the water for the entire trip. The trip is 4.0 miles long, is beginner friendly, and no prior experience is needed.
Location: Cuyahoga River in downtown Kent - meet at the SRWC
Cost: $30

Fiddler on the Roof Logo
Jun. 21, 2025

Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, “Fiddler on the Roof’s” universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.

“Fiddler on The Roof” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Jun. 21, 2025

This trip will be held locally on the Cuyahoga River. We will meet at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (or you can meet us at Kramer Fields-just let us know ahead of time!) From there, we will paddle to Brust Park in Munroe Falls. We will then take the shuttle back to the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. A staff member will be with you on the water for the entire trip. The trip is 4.0 miles long, is beginner friendly, and no prior experience is needed.
Location: Cuyahoga River in downtown Kent - meet at the SRWC
Cost: $30

Fiddler on the Roof Logo
Jun. 21, 2025

Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, “Fiddler on the Roof’s” universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.

“Fiddler on The Roof” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Jun. 22, 2025

This trip will be held locally on the Cuyahoga River. We will meet at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (or you can meet us at Kramer Fields-just let us know ahead of time!) From there, we will paddle to Brust Park in Munroe Falls. We will then take the shuttle back to the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. A staff member will be with you on the water for the entire trip. The trip is 4.0 miles long, is beginner friendly, and no prior experience is needed.
Location: Cuyahoga River in downtown Kent - meet at the SRWC
Cost: $30