#FutureFlashes Instagram Contest Results

For several weeks, incoming, first-year students were encouraged to:

1. Follow @KentStateAdmissions on Instagram
2. Post a photo on their Instagram feed showing off their Kent State pride and share in the caption why they chose to commit to Kent State!
3. Tag @KentStateAdmissions in the photo and use the hashtag #FutureFlashes.

One winner was selected every Friday leading up to May 1, National College Decision Day. Winners received a KSU merch package, including a t-shirt, beanie and pair of gloves. Our grand prize winner received a pair of Apple AirPods!

Kent State University would like to thank all incoming students who participated in the #FutureFlashes Instagram Contest. We enjoyed seeing your posts and celebrating your decision to become a Golden Flash with you.

Here are the winning submissions:

Image	Kaitlynn Banbury, '26 Plans to Study: Exercise Science - Pre-Physical/Occupational Therapy/Podiatric Medicine "I chose Kent State because I applied to 14 different colleges and Kent State was the beset option for me. The campus is beautiful and everyone I met on my first visit accepted me with open arms. I love Kent State and everything it stands for, and it's the perfect fit for me!"
Image	Elijah Chaffin, '26 Plans to Study: Journalism "I'd like to officially say that I am fully committed to Kent State! I am majoring in journalism with a minor in photography. I can't wait for my next four years in Kent!"
Image	Jenna Aveni, '26 Plans to Study: Middle Childhood Education "I chose Kent State because of the diversity and good vibes spread across campus. During my last visit there, I met an incredible man named Daniel, who runs the BRIDGES Program during the summer for five weeks that I will be attending. I'm looking forward to being on campus this summer!"
Image	Edison Chen, '26 Plans to Study: Architecture "I chose to commit to Kent State for many reasons. To start off, I like how much it feels like home to me. I love the atmosphere at Kent as everyone I talked with have been so nice. All the guides and students I chatted with convinced me that Kent was the place I wish to stay."
Image	DeGernarra Holmes, '26 Plans to Study: Business "I am officially committed to Kent State University! I chose Kent State because I know I'll find my place there. I visit this campus on July 30th, 2021, and that was the day that I set my heart on Kent. I cannot wait to spend my next four years at Kent as a Golden Flash!"
Image	Nate Slaby, '26 Plans to Study: Aeronautics - Professional Pilot "Why I chose Kent is because of the support and help they give students. It also has one of the best aviation programs in the State of Ohio."
Image	Paige Jochims, '26 Plans to Study: Psychology - Pre-Medicine "Choosing KSU was one of the easiest things I have ever done. When you combine a gorgeous campus with a fascinating history, an Honors College with research opportunities and a welcoming community, it's hard not to be ecstatic to be part of Kent's Class of '26."
Image	Ana Hasselbusch, '26 Plans to Study: Interior Design "I am so happy to announce that, officially, I will be attending Kent State University this fall to major in Interior Design!"
Image	Jeremiah Lockett, '26 Plans to Study: Psychology "I have chosen to spend the next four years furthering my education at Kent State University! From the first visit last summer, I felt at home. I knew this was where I belonged. After visiting other colleges, discussing academics, hearing about campus life... Kent State University stood out from the rest."