Workshops

Cleveland State University and Kent State University will co-host a celebration of life for Dr. Michael Schwartz on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 3 p.m. in the Glasscock Family Foundation Ballroom (third floor of CSU’s Student Center). The public is invited to attend, and doors will open at 2:30 p.m. Those who wish to pay their respects but cannot attend in person are invited to view the event via livestream.

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Since 2009, Golden Flashes have come together to volunteer for our blue and gold communities around the world. What was once a day of service is now a weeklong initiative, offering more than 50 opportunities to serve together, united in our mission of making our communities better and brighter, while inspiring others to do the same. This spring, serve, unite and inspire your community and our university. From April 15-20, join us for our biggest volunteer initiative of the year!

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Sign up by March 14 to receive your free T-shirt!

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🧠 Let’s Make the Rules: A Game Creation Experience 🎲

April 5th, 2024, 12-6pm @ the DI HUB

Are you ready to embark on a new challenge where innovation knows no bounds? Join us for an inclusive journey that welcomes everyone.

 

Let's Make the Rules: A Game Creation Experience

April 5th, 2024

12:00 - 6:00 PM

Design Innovation Hub (DI HUB)

An event designed by and for neurodivergent students and is open to all!

 

This event was created with input from neurodiverse KSU students to provide inclusive, yet diverse experiences for ALL students.

Participants will have the opportunity to try something new by designing and creating their own game! Join us for exciting and engaging activities, the chance to use innovative maker technology, and community support to help you create your own game.

Learn more and register by visiting our event website: https://www.kent.edu/designinnovation/lets-make-rules-game-creation-experience

This event is created by the Neurodiversity Research Initiative and co-sponsored by the Brain Health Research Institute and the Design Innovation Initiative.

Join the Center for Adult and Veteran Services at Buffalo Wild Wings in downtown Kent Friday, March 1, from 6-8 p.m. This is a networking opportunity for you to connect with other veteran student alumni, current veteran students and veteran staff members. Food and soft drinks will be provided. Alcoholic beverages will be available to guests 21 and older.

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Coordinated by the Kent State Women’s Center, the G.E.A.R. Awards strengthen and connect our community by highlighting gender equity and telling the stories of our students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends. Just like one gear turns another, on and on, the impact of one person working toward a more equitable environment inspires a ripple of change. We are excited to be taking this opportunity to recognize and celebrate those in our community who are “turning the gears” toward gender equity.

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Deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, March 11.

The LGBTQ+ Center cordially invites you to attend our Lavender Graduation ceremony! Join us Thursday, May 2, for the alumni reception from 5-6 p.m., followed by the LavGrad ceremony from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Kent Student Center Ballroom. Dinner will be provided.

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Deadline to RSVP is Monday, April 15.

Headshot of Marvi Sirmed

Prior to working with Scholars at Risk (SAR), Marvi was a journalist in Pakistan where she began – much to the dissatisfaction of her publishers – writing about incidents of violence against women, and “honor killings” in particular. Marvi Sirmed drew the ire of many, and particularly those who were invested in the system as it existed. She persisted nonetheless, even after surviving an assassination attempt. In 2019, the threats intensified, and she sought refuge and moved to the United States. She initially worked with the National Endowment for Democracy, and has since been providing incredible classroom experiences at UConn while continuing her outspoken human rights activism.

 

 

Join us for a casual afternoon of fun, friendship, games, conversation, and snacks!

Learn about India through the art of Rangoli. Come make art, make new friends, and try new food!

Join us for a casual afternoon of fun, friendship, games, conversation, and snacks! 

Cleveland State University and Kent State University will co-host a celebration of life for Dr. Michael Schwartz on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 3 p.m. in the Glasscock Family Foundation Ballroom (third floor of CSU’s Student Center). The public is invited to attend, and doors will open at 2:30 p.m. Those who wish to pay their respects but cannot attend in person are invited to view the event via livestream.

Learn More

Since 2009, Golden Flashes have come together to volunteer for our blue and gold communities around the world. What was once a day of service is now a weeklong initiative, offering more than 50 opportunities to serve together, united in our mission of making our communities better and brighter, while inspiring others to do the same. This spring, serve, unite and inspire your community and our university. From April 15-20, join us for our biggest volunteer initiative of the year!

Register Now

Sign up by March 14 to receive your free T-shirt!

Hey, you! Register today for....

🧠 Let’s Make the Rules: A Game Creation Experience 🎲

April 5th, 2024, 12-6pm @ the DI HUB

Are you ready to embark on a new challenge where innovation knows no bounds? Join us for an inclusive journey that welcomes everyone.

 

Let's Make the Rules: A Game Creation Experience

April 5th, 2024

12:00 - 6:00 PM

Design Innovation Hub (DI HUB)

An event designed by and for neurodivergent students and is open to all!

 

This event was created with input from neurodiverse KSU students to provide inclusive, yet diverse experiences for ALL students.

Participants will have the opportunity to try something new by designing and creating their own game! Join us for exciting and engaging activities, the chance to use innovative maker technology, and community support to help you create your own game.

Learn more and register by visiting our event website: https://www.kent.edu/designinnovation/lets-make-rules-game-creation-experience

This event is created by the Neurodiversity Research Initiative and co-sponsored by the Brain Health Research Institute and the Design Innovation Initiative.

Join the Center for Adult and Veteran Services at Buffalo Wild Wings in downtown Kent Friday, March 1, from 6-8 p.m. This is a networking opportunity for you to connect with other veteran student alumni, current veteran students and veteran staff members. Food and soft drinks will be provided. Alcoholic beverages will be available to guests 21 and older.

RSVP Now

Coordinated by the Kent State Women’s Center, the G.E.A.R. Awards strengthen and connect our community by highlighting gender equity and telling the stories of our students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends. Just like one gear turns another, on and on, the impact of one person working toward a more equitable environment inspires a ripple of change. We are excited to be taking this opportunity to recognize and celebrate those in our community who are “turning the gears” toward gender equity.

Buy Tickets

Deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, March 11.

The LGBTQ+ Center cordially invites you to attend our Lavender Graduation ceremony! Join us Thursday, May 2, for the alumni reception from 5-6 p.m., followed by the LavGrad ceremony from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Kent Student Center Ballroom. Dinner will be provided.

RSVP Now

Deadline to RSVP is Monday, April 15.

Headshot of Marvi Sirmed

Prior to working with Scholars at Risk (SAR), Marvi was a journalist in Pakistan where she began – much to the dissatisfaction of her publishers – writing about incidents of violence against women, and “honor killings” in particular. Marvi Sirmed drew the ire of many, and particularly those who were invested in the system as it existed. She persisted nonetheless, even after surviving an assassination attempt. In 2019, the threats intensified, and she sought refuge and moved to the United States. She initially worked with the National Endowment for Democracy, and has since been providing incredible classroom experiences at UConn while continuing her outspoken human rights activism.

 

 

Join us for a casual afternoon of fun, friendship, games, conversation, and snacks!

Learn about India through the art of Rangoli. Come make art, make new friends, and try new food!

Join us for a casual afternoon of fun, friendship, games, conversation, and snacks! 

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.

Fiddler on the Roof Logo
Jun. 17, 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

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