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:
Kaitlynn Banbury, '26
"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!" |
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Elijah Chaffin, '26
"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!" |
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Jenna Aveni, '26
"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!" |
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Edison Chen, '26
"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."
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DeGernarra Holmes, '26
"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!" |
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Nate Slaby, '26
"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." |
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Paige Jochims, '26
"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." |
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Ana Hasselbusch, '26Plans 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!" |
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Jeremiah Lockett, '26Plans 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." |