August 16, 2025

Kayaking and Tubing with Adventure Center

  • The Adventure Center will be offering free kayak lessons and river tubing at Tannery Park (near the Farmer’s Market).  
  • Learn kayaking skills or take a leisurely float down the historic and beautiful Cuyahoga River on an inflatable tube.  
  • Friendly Adventure Center staff will be there to assist you. Enclosed shoes or sandals with a back strap are required.
  • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. - Tannery Park- downtown Kent (100 Stow Rd.)

Flashes Flourish Health Fair

  • Get to know your health and well-being resources on and around campus. Gather with your friends to board the trolley or SPIN downtown to the Haymaker Farmer’s Market or the Adventure Center trip. Attend and you will have the chance to win $50 for the Haymaker Farmer’s Market!
  • Also, DIY First Aid Kits! Build and decorate a first-aid kit with DeWeese Health Center!  
  • Visit the DeWeese Health Center parking lot on Saturday, August 16th between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm at the Flashes Flourish Health Fair. DIY first aid kits will be available while supplies last!

Haymaker Farmers’ Market Trip with the Kent State of Well-Being

  • Did you know Portage county’s oldest producer’s only farmers market is right in your backyard?!  
  • Take a free trolley, scooter, bike or walk downtown to shop locally with the Kent State of Well-being at the Haymaker Farmers' Market.  
  • Stock up on yummy prepared foods, locally grown fruits and veggies, fresh cut flowers, roasted coffee, handmade soaps, art and more!  
  • Walk around to learn about the local farming community and meet friendly local makers. Free shopping bags to carry your great finds while supplies last!
  • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. - Meet us at our blue and gold Well Hut tent at the DeWeese Health Center.

Open Skating at the Ice Arena

  • Stop by the Ice Arena to enjoy some ice skating on the main rink. Skates will be available to rent at no charge on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  • This event occurs from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Fraternity and Sorority Life Festival

  • Fraternity and Sorority Life Festival (FSL Fest) is an opportunity for ALL STUDENTS to come meet all 30 of our fraternities and sororities here at KSU!
  • FSL Fest is from 3pm-5pm at the Tri Towers Rotunda.  
  • There will be giveaways and fun prizes!  
  • Follow FSL on Instagram at @ksu_fsl for more information!

RecWellcome Back Party

  • Come experience lots of games, activities, prizes and fun!
  • Activities include food trucks, rappelling from the indoor track, archery, rock climbing, sand volleyball, basketball, DJ patio party and more!  
  • Tours and free equipment orientations will also be available to help you become familiar with the SRWC.  
  • Participants will receive a passport to use for chances to win prizes including t-shirts, water bottles, hammocks, gift certificates and more!
  • 5-7:30 p.m. – Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center

Dive-in Movie 

  • Join your peers for an evening of fun at the RecWellcome Back Dive-in Movie at the SRWC Natatorium.  
  • Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience. You will not want to miss the excitement as we project the movie, creating a magical atmosphere in the water.  
  • Swim, float, and relax while enjoying this box office hit!  
  • Fantastic snacks will be available to add to the fun.  
  • Be a part of our world for this special evening and invite your friends.  
  • Share the excitement on social media and let us make a splash together at the RecWellcome Back Dive-In Movie.  
  • This event is limited to the first 400 people.
  • Event from 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at the Rec Center pool. 
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