August 17, 2024

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.) 

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, scoot, 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 between Korb and Wright Hall to hop on the free trolley, get a free Spin bike and scooter lesson or go on a guided walk downtown.  

DeWeese Open House and Scavenger Hunt

  • Students will have an opportunity to visit the DeWeese Health Center and complete a scavenger hunt of our facility. 
  • To keep up to date on DeWeese Health Center hours, services offered, and events, please visit: kent.edu/deweese. 
  • 1-5 p.m. at the DeWeese Health Center. 

Fraternity and Sorority Life Festival

  • Come meet all 30 of Kent State's Fraternities and Sororities during KSU Kickoff!
  • Follow @ksu_fsl on Instagram for updates! #GoFlashesGoGreek
  • 3-5 p.m. - Tri Towers Sun Dial! 

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, a 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 
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