For generations, Kent State University has prepared accomplished pilots who have distinguished themselves across the aviation industry. Their careers are part of a proud aviation legacy built on preparation, professionalism and the pilots who came before them. For the past five years, the Pilot Pinning Ceremony has brought that connection between generations to life, recognizing students as they reach important milestones in their aviation education.The T-34 Association opened this year's ceremony with a nine-ship formation passing low over the runway at Kent State University Airport as s...

Transforming behavioral health systems requires more than administrative strategy—it demands an unwavering commitment to dignity, community collaboration, and human-centered care.For Jason Joyce, chief executive officer of the Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) Board of Cuyahoga County, building compassionate networks of support has been the central mission of his career in public service. His leadership approach, rooted in the foundational education he received at Kent State University, has reshaped how mental health and addiction recovery resources are delivered acro...

A legislative briefing on aviation policy at Kent State University Airport turned into an impromptu tour of the university's aviation facilities Sept. 18, giving four Ohio state representatives a firsthand look at one of the state's busiest general aviation hubs.Kent State Airport hosted the joint briefing on behalf of the Ohio Aviation Association, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association and the Ohio Regional Business Aviation Association, bringing together airport operators, aviation businesses and elected officials from across Northeast Ohio. The morning session covered legislative ...

Kent State University at Ashtabula will feature over two dozen free hands-on demonstrations and experiments for scientists of all ages at “Chemistry Under Construction”, a free community-wide National Chemistry Week event, on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Robert S. Morrison Hall (3300 Lake Road West). “National Chemistry Week is celebrated around the world and it’s very exciting to be able to once again host a wonderful – and free – event here in Ashtabula and on our campus,” said Ann Abraham, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry and chair of the Northeastern O...

 Kent State School of Fashion student Jordan James is taking her design talent to an international stage after being selected as the winner of the 2025–2026 Solstiss Academy competition for her project, "To Be A Man."Sponsored by Solstiss USA, the Solstiss Academy was established in the 2023-2024 academic year to introduce fashion students at leading U.S. universities to the history, craftsmanship and creative possibilities of French lace. Kent State was among the 10 participating universities this year, continuing a longstanding relationship with Solstiss through the university’s NYC Fas...