Alumni News
Kent State University isn’t just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio — it’s where more than 285,000 alumni earned degrees that propelled them forward on pathways to success.
From boardrooms and creative studios to nonprofits and the skies above, Golden Flashes are leading with purpose and passion. Their stories of innovation, leadership and impact showcase a boldness of spirit that is undeniably Kent State — where education transforms lives and values like respect and compassion are more than ideals; they are core values to live by. Read on for stories of Golden Flashes around the globe who are doing extraordinary things.
Allyson Boyd, ’09
Oct. 13, 2026
Allyson Boyd, ’09, is an Akron native whose Kent State experience launched a career rooted in communication, nonprofit work and community impact. Today, as senior annual giving manager at the Akron Zoo, Allyson supports conservation, connects people with wildlife and creates…
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Back to Campus, Back to Home
Sept. 29, 2026
Kent State University continues to grow and evolve, but at its heart, one thing never changes: it will always be your Kent State.
Read More »Empowering Students Since 1910 - From Normal School to World Class Education
Sept. 28, 2026
Kent State has a proud
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Passing the Wings: A Kent State Aviation Legacy
Sept. 24, 2026
After serving in the United States Air Force as a crew chief and maintenance technician, Joshua Hummer came to Kent State University with his sights set sky-high. As he pursued his degree, Josh found himself looking for a mentor to guide him through the complexities of earning…
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Sean Kelty, ’21
Sept. 24, 2026
As a corporate partnerships account manager for the Carolina Hurricanes, Sean Kelty facilitates accounts ranging from local shops to big name brands like Lenovo, Pepsi, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Fanatics. He first found his passion for sponsorship execution and activation while…
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A Century of Stories
Aug. 26, 2026
For 100 years, The Kent Stater has chronicled the people, events and moments that have transformed Kent State and the world beyond its campus.
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Find Your Kent State Community
Aug. 25, 2026
Graduation may mark the end of a student’s time on campus, but it doesn’t have to be the end of their Kent State story.
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25 Years Later: Kent State Alumni Remember the Day Aviation Changed Forever
Aug. 24, 2026
For Kent State College of Aeronautics and Engineering alumni, Sept. 11, 2001, is more than a moment in history — it is a day they experienced firsthand and one that forever changed the aviation profession.
Read More »New Alumni Mentoring Program Provides Full Circle Moments, Life Lessons and More
Aug. 21, 2026
Jacqueline Flickinger, ’20, moved to Detroit, Michigan, in 2024 for a position with Ford Motor Company as an assistant ecommerce specialist. Living out of state, she was looking for ways to still be part of the Golden Flash community.
Read More »New Member and Officers Announced for the Kent State Alumni Association National Board of Directors
Aug. 10, 2026
The following new members have been appointed to serve on the Kent State Alumni Association National Board of Directors for a three-year term, which began July 1:John Mercer, of East Liverpool, Ohio, is a senior gift officer at Mercy Health Foundation – Mahoning Valley. He…
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