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A joint color guard from Kent State’s Army and Air Force ROTC programs conducts a flag-raising ceremony on the Student Green at Risman Plaza during the university’s 2019 Veterans Day Commemoration.

Kent State Honors Veterans With Annual Commemoration Event

Kent State University held its annual Veterans Day Commemoration on Thursday, Nov. 7, in the Kent Student Center Kiva. This year’s guest speaker was Lt. Col. Colleen VanNatta. A graduate of Kent State’s Air Force ROTC detachment, VanNatta served as a media escort for joint information bureaus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, during Operation Desert Storm.

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Kent State ROTC cadets salute and stand at attention during the flag-raising ceremony at Risman Plaza.

Kent State to Honor Veterans on Nov. 7

Kent State University will hold its annual Veterans Day Commemoration at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, in the Kent Student Center Kiva. This year’s guest speaker is Lt. Col. Colleen VanNatta. A graduate of Kent State’s Air Force ROTC detachment, VanNatta served as a media escort for joint information bureaus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, during Operation Desert Storm.

Tags: Community & Society , Veterans Day , Center for Adult and Veteran Services , Division of Student Life , Division of Human Resources , Alumni Relations , Events

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Kent State University’s Greater Cleveland Alumni Chapter hosted volunteers at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank for the 2017 Alumni Day of Service.

MEDIA ADVISORY: Kent State Alumni Volunteer Throughout Cleveland and Akron Areas This Saturday for University’s 10th Annual Alumni Day of Service

WHAT: Each year, hundreds of Kent State University Golden Flashes gather across the globe to make a difference in their communities. Kent State alumni and friends have the opportunity to participate in the 10th annual Alumni Day of Service on Saturday, April 21. Below is a list of volunteer site…

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Kent State University’s Greater Cleveland Alumni Chapter hosted volunteers at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank for the 2017 Alumni Day of Service.

Kent State Alumni to Volunteer in Their Communities During 10th Annual Alumni Day of Service

Each year, hundreds of Kent State University Golden Flashes gather across the globe to make a difference in their communities. Kent State alumni and friends have the opportunity to participate in the 10th annual Alumni Day of Service on Saturday, April 21. Sponsored by the Kent State Alumni Assoc…

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Kent State students enjoy the second annual DiversiFest, a festival that celebrates Kent State's diversity and culture, at the Williamson House during 2017 Homecoming.

Kent State Community Celebrates Homecoming, Football Team Wins 17-14

Kent State University celebrated Homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 14, with classic traditions such as the Bowman Cup 5K Race, Kiss on the K, Homecoming Parade and football game. This year’s Homecoming featured Kent State alumni Ben and Candace Curtis as the Homecoming Parade Grand Marshals. The Homecom…

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Members of the Kent State University Marching Band make their way toward Main Street during the start of the 2016 Homecoming Parade.

Join Us at Homecoming 2017

Kent State University will celebrate Homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 14, with classic traditions such as the Bowman Cup 5K Race, Kiss on the K, Homecoming Parade and football game. This year’s Homecoming will feature Kent State alumni Ben and Candace Curtis as the Homecoming Parade Grand Marshals. T…

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A "K" rests stop the Prentice Gate near Rockwell Hall. The gate once served as the formal entrance to Ke

Ben and Candace Curtis Named 2017 Kent State University Homecoming Parade Grand Marshals

University hosts its annual Homecoming celebration on Oct. 14 Ben Curtis and Candace Curtis will return to their alma mater to serve as the Homecoming Parade Grand Marshals at Kent State University’s annual Homecoming on Oct. 14.    A three-time All-American and four-time All-Mid-America…

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The School of Communication Studies recognized alumni JaRel Clay, Arianne Gasser, Carol Wilder and Scott Myers at its 2017 Alumni Awards.

School Honors Alumni for Contributions to Profession

Four Kent State University alumni were honored on Friday, Sept. 22, at the School of Communication Studies Alumni Awards & Reception in Taylor Hall. The event was part of the College of Communication and Information's celebration of Taylor Hall's reopening, Sept. 21 - 23, 2017. Three dis…

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Alumni Awards

Kent State Seeks Nominations for Alumni Awards

The Kent State University Alumni Association is seeking nominations for the Alumni Awards. These awards recognize graduates in the area of leadership, service, character and professional development. “The alumni association is proud to recognize notable, accomplished graduates,” said Lori Randorf…

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Kent State students pose with Flash, the university’s mascot, in a #FlashesForever photo frame during Homecoming.

MEDIA ADVISORY: Kent State’s 2016 Homecoming Scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 1

  WHAT: Kent State University will celebrate Homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 1, with classic traditions such as the Bowman Cup 5K Race, Kiss on the K, Homecoming Parade and football game against the Akron Zips that kicks off at 3:30 p.m. This year’s Homecoming will feature Kent State alumnus J…

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