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Tuesday, June 14, 2022 - 10:05am
Kent State University administrators are good stewards with university money based in part on a strong financial profile and solid managers, according to two new credit ratings.
Kent State Receives Positive Bond Ratings With Stable Outlooks
Kent State University administrators are good stewards with university money based in part on a strong financial profile and solid managers, according to two new credit ratings.
Monday, June 13, 2022 - 04:06pm
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In honor of Juneteenth National Independence Day, a federal holiday, Kent State University’s Juneteenth Jubilee will be held Saturday, June 18, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Manchester Field on the Kent Campus. This event is free and open to the public.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Kent State Hosts Juneteenth Jubilee on Saturday, June 18
WHAT: In honor of Juneteenth National Independence Day, a federal holiday, Kent State University’s Juneteenth Jubilee will be held Saturday, June 18, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Manchester Field on the Kent Campus. This event is free and open to the public. Kent State’s…
Monday, June 13, 2022 - 02:49pm
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed Christian Palich of Plain City, Ohio, to the Kent State University Board of Trustees. Palich will serve through May 16, 2031. Palich earned his bachelor’s degree in political science in 2009 from Kent State.
Governor Names Christian Palich to Kent State Board of Trustees
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed Christian Palich of Plain City, Ohio, to the Kent State University Board of Trustees. Palich will serve through May 16, 2031. Palich earned his bachelor’s degree in political science in 2009 from Kent State.
Friday, June 10, 2022 - 09:45am
They have gone above and beyond to keep Kent State University moving forward during the pandemic, and now they are being honored for their dedication and hard work. Kent State President Todd Diacon recently notified nine faculty members and 14 staff members that they have…
Kent State President Todd Diacon Announces Annual Faculty, Staff Award Recipients
They have gone above and beyond to keep Kent State University moving forward during the pandemic, and now they are being honored for their dedication and hard work. Kent State President Todd Diacon recently notified nine faculty members and 14 staff members that they have…
Thursday, June 9, 2022 - 03:38pm
George L. Jenkins, a 1963 graduate of Kent State University, and his wife, Gina, of Scottsdale, Arizona, have pledged $1 million to create the Gina and George Jenkins Student-Athlete Scholarship Fund that will support student-athletes in any varsity athletics program or team…
George and Gina Jenkins Establish Student-Athlete Scholarship With $1 Million Planned Gift
George L. Jenkins, a 1963 graduate of Kent State University, and his wife, Gina, of Scottsdale, Arizona, have pledged $1 million to create the Gina and George Jenkins Student-Athlete Scholarship Fund that will support student-athletes in any varsity athletics program or team…
Friday, June 3, 2022 - 10:02am
The designation recognizes schools that show a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military.
Kent State University Receives New Collegiate Purple Star Designation
The designation recognizes schools that show a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military.
Kent State Raises $65,000 in Scholarship Support to Celebrate 112th Birthday and First Day of Giving
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 - 03:06pm
The first-ever Day of Giving raised needed funds from more than 350 alumni, friends and partners in just 24 hours. The blue and gold community came together in support of a variety of scholarships as part of the university’s Forever Brighter comprehensive campaign.
Kent State Raises $65,000 in Scholarship Support to Celebrate 112th Birthday and First Day of Giving
The first-ever Day of Giving raised needed funds from more than 350 alumni, friends and partners in just 24 hours. The blue and gold community came together in support of a variety of scholarships as part of the university’s Forever Brighter comprehensive campaign.
Friday, May 27, 2022 - 01:48pm
Kent State University has the distinction of being the only Ohio public or private college or university that ranks among the top 500 companies nationwide in Forbes’ recently released list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2022.
Kent State Is Only University in Ohio to Rank Among Nation’s Top Employers for Diversity
Kent State University has the distinction of being the only Ohio public or private college or university that ranks among the top 500 companies nationwide in Forbes’ recently released list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2022.
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 - 03:31pm
The Kent State University Board of Trustees approved the establishment and registration of a Community Benefit Company in Rwanda, Africa, during the Board’s regular quarterly meeting held May 25. Kent State has realized an immediate need to establish a private limited company,…