General
We are excited to welcome you to the Kent State family! We know you will find a vibrant environment with many opportunities to meet fellow Flashes, engage with faculty and experience campus life.
athletics
Please follow the Golden Flashes by visiting kentstatesports.com.
EVENTS AND STUDENT ACTIVITIES - Will indoor and in-person events and activities be permitted during the semester?
Yes, in-person events will take place in accordance with Kent State’s event procedures and policies, state and local guidelines and the Flashes Safe Eight. Check the Event Calendar for schedules. All university events and activities must be scheduled and approved through University Events and Conference Services.
First-year experience
All new first-year students take the Destination Kent State First-Year Experience course during their first semester, which is designed to help students make a successful transition to Kent State. Students have the option of taking this course either face to face or remotely.
Student Organizations
Throughout the year, you’ll be able to participate in student organizations, fraternities and sororities, and other campus activities, both in person and virtually. Learn more about our student organizations and start connecting on KSU Engage. Campus programming through the Flash Activities Board plans to host a full calendar of events through various mediums, starting with KSU Kickoff.
Recreational opportunities
Student Multicultural Center
The Student Multicultural Center continues to host Kupita/Transiciones, an unforgettable, free program that includes a cultural orientation, a transition experience and a yearlong mentoring program for newly admitted and transfer African American, Latinx, Hispanic, Native American and multiracial students. This program ensures that you are informed of support services and programs and can engage in opportunities to get involved. Through Kupita/Transiciones, you develop a community comprised of fellow students, faculty and staff with similar backgrounds and experiences. If you have questions about support for underrepresented students, contact the Student Multicultural Center via email at Student_Multicultural_Center@kent.edu or by phone at 330-672-3560.