College of the Arts
Kent State Receives $6.4 Million Commitment to Support Nursing, Fashion and Music Students
Local philanthropists Marie Rader and James Angiulo have made a $6.4 million commitment to Kent State University, including a $400,000 gift and a $6 million bequest, to fund scholarships, lab technology and emergency financial support for students in nursing, fashion and music.
At the Kent State University Museum, an Open Door Is Building a Stronger Kent Community
When Sarah Spinner, Ph.D., J.D., arrived at Kent State University in the summer of 2024 to lead the Kent State University Museum, she saw an opportunity to bring two of her favorite places together: museums and university campuses. But she also saw an opportunity to strengthen the museum’s relationship with the community just outside its doors.
Aimee Lee's ‘Every Last Scrap’ Draws 300+ Attendees to Kent State University Museum
The Kent State University Museum presents a new exhibition by internationally recognized, Cleveland-based artist Aimee Lee. “Aimee Lee: Every Last Scrap” is on display through May 24, 2027.
A Look Back at New York City Fashion’s First Semester in 2006
As Kent State University's New York City Fashion program celebrates its 20th anniversary, we look back through photos from the program's landmark first semester in spring 2006.
Kent State’s School of Fashion Marks 20 Years of Immersive Fashion Education in New York City
Kent State University’s School of Fashion is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its New York City Fashion program in Manhattan’s Garment District with a two-day event on June 11-12. The celebration includes a free Portfolio Showcase and Reception on June 11 and an exclusive philanthropic dinner on June 12, with proceeds benefiting the NYC Fashion Housing Fund.
IN A FLASH: Kent State Fashion Week 2026
Kent State's annual Fashion Week is April 27- May . It's a full week of dynamic, colorful events building up to the School of Fashion's 2026 Hall of Fame Gala.
International Artist Adam Nathaniel Furman to Headline Kent State Events, Launch ‘Productive Exuberance’ Exhibition in Collaboration With Architecture and Fashion Students
London-based designer and artist Adam Nathaniel Furman, celebrated for his vibrant approach to space, color and identity, visits Kent State University for a lineup of events this March as part of the Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series.
IN A FLASH: Not "Rotten" At All
"Something Rotten," presented the Kent State University School of Theatre and Dance opened on Feb. 20 and runs through Mar. 1.
IN A FLASH: Art, Technology, Students and Artist
An internationally renowned artist collaborated with Kent State students to create mediating devices as tools for individuals navigating challenges in the contemporary world.
School of Fashion Senior Wins $50,000 Scholarship From Council of Fashion Designers of America
Ababa Lorde, a senior in Kent State University’s School of Fashion, won a $50,000 scholarship from the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), a New York-based nonprofit that is committed to supporting the American fashion designers of the future.
