Workshops

Meet the Pre-Law Advisor, Professor Chris Banks, who will introduce the political science pre-law program and the Pre-law Service, Citizenship & Justice LLP, with a tentative listing of the LLP's planned activities, including law-related roundtable discussions, law school preparation activities, law-related field trips, public service & Justice projects, and information on law-related student organizations.

Join the LGBTQ+ Center for a kick off of our Living-Learning Program. Residents of the LGBTQIA LLP can craft, grab a bite to eat, and learn about upcoming events for their community and the LGBTQ+ Center.

Don't miss the KSU Kickoff check-in! This is your opportunity to learn about the KSU Kickoff schedule and meet with a Student Success Leader (SSL) to get your questions answered. Students should attend this event based their personal availability between the hours 9:00 am - 9:00 pm. Check-in times are not assigned, however, attendance will be recorded upon student arrival. This event is required for all first-year students.

Don't miss the KSU Kickoff check-in! This is your opportunity to learn about the KSU Kickoff schedule and meet with a Student Success Leader (SSL) to get your questions answered. Students should attend this event based their personal availability between the hours 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Check-in times are not assigned, however, attendance will be recorded upon student arrival. This event is required for all first-year students.

Still have last-minute business to take care of before classes start? After you check in for KSU Kickoff just come over to the Kent Student Center Dining Room (room 218) to get help. We will have several offices available to assist you with questions related to your scholarships, student loans, billing payment information, class registration/advising, military-connected benefits, student accessibility services, and transfer of credits, etc.

Did you spend the past year perfecting your dance moves? You are invited to show them off at the Kent State Shuffle! The DJ will bring the latest beats to keep the vibe going all night!

Come together with other students in your college to meet your Dean. You'll build some pride for your major and new academic home before going to Convocation together. All new students are required to attend the Dean's Welcome for their respective college during this time. Please find your specific college and location below:

Convocation introduces incoming first-year students to the administration of the university and serves as their first academic ceremony. This is required for all new students.

Grab a free lunch and meet other incoming Golden Flashes sponsored by the President's Office! It is recommended that you enjoy your grab-and-go lunch in a location that is close to your service project location. This is required for all new students.