Arts & Culture
Handmade for the Holidays
It’s that time of the year again. Flurries are in the air, finals are looming and the Kent State University School of Art Annual Holiday Sale event is on its way. “There will be a variety of items on sale by various student organizations from the School of Art, so there will be a little bit of something available for everyone's needs or wants at every price,” said Associate Professor Andrew Kuebeck.
Haute Couture Thrives at Kent State's American Academy in Paris
Couture creations by a senior fashion design major at Kent State's American Academy in Paris were recently highlighted in an Instagram post.
Creating a Halftime Show That Wows
It’s college football Saturday. Kent State University fans are eager for a great game and a great halftime show. The Marching Golden Flashes take the field and ... look at them march! They’re forming the shape of a person. Now he’s dancing? How do they do that?
IN A FLASH: Working in a Waterjet Wonderland
Students can create holiday decor using a state-of-the-art waterjet cutter.
Kent State Youth Winds Ensemble Wins American Prize
"I was excited for the ensemble to be recognized for performances from our first season, including our Severance Hall performance of “Mother of Revolution!” Each season, the group has built on the first season and continues to develop excellence in musicianship. Every member can proudly say they are a part of our legacy," said Dr. Wendy Matthews.
IN A FLASH: A Celebration of Native American Heritage
The E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center at Kent State University sponsored a series of events to celebrate Native American Heritage Month.
IN A FLASH: Long Shadows
The angle of the sun during the fall creates long shadows on sunny days.
The Flash With a Golden Voice
Jazz singer-songwriter Ava Preston is making waves in the music scene. Recently, she performed at the prestigious 2023 Monterey Jazz Festival in California, and was recognized as a 2023 YoungArts Finalist and Silver Award Winner for Jazz-Voice. She's also a Golden Flash.
Planned Gift Endows Executive Director Position at Kent State’s Wick Poetry Center
The Wick family has a long history of philanthropy at Kent State University that began in 1984 when brothers Bob and Walt Wick first established scholarships to support undergraduate poets at the university. This most recent gift of $1 million brings the family’s total lifetime commitment to the university to more than $3.5 million.
Native American Heritage Month at Kent State
Kent State University is celebrating Native American Heritage Month with events throughout November.