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Nameplates created with the waterjet cutter in the DI Hub Reactor

Cut ... by Water!

This week, you can use a waterjet to create your own nameplate and learn more about the makerspaces in the DI Hub Reactor.

Tags: Nationally Distinctive, DI Hub, Arts & Culture, Student Life

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New Kent State University students wave rally towels during 2023 Convocation.

Kent State Again Ranks Highest Among Northern Ohio Universities on Top Public Schools List in 2024 US News Best Colleges Rankings

Once again, U.S. News & World Report validates Kent State University’s academic strengths with the university’s inclusion on several lists in the 2024 Best Colleges rankings.

Tags: University News, Nationally Distinctive, U.S. News & World Report, Awards and Honors

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Sunrise over Dix Stadium

IN A FLASH: Sunrise Over the Home Field

Dix Stadium is ready to host the first home game of the season for Golden Flashes football.

Tags: Sports, Football, Nationally Distinctive, Kent State Athletics, Community Impact, Community & Society

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Clothes from exhibit

One Tank Trip to Kent State University Museum

The Kent State University Museum opened a new exhibition titled “Life in Style: The Wardrobe of James Mulholland.” Sarah Rogers, director of the museum, spoke to WJW-Fox 8 about the exhibition.

Tags: Arts & Culture, Nationally Distinctive, Kent State University Museum

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UFM crew restoring and reseeding Manchester Field

IN A FLASH: Tending the Turf

After hosting two commencment ceremonies, Manchester Field is receiving some restorative care. 

Tags: University Facilities Management, Commencement, Spring Commencement, Summer Commencement, Nationally Distinctive

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Jeffrey Miller, April 1970

Jeffrey Miller: A Snapshot in Time

An exhibition at the May 4 Visitors Center will highlight the personalities of each of the four students who were killed on May 4. 

Tags: Community & Society, Community Impact, May 4, May 4 Visitors Center, Nationally Distinctive

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Three Trees 9/11 Memorial

IN A FLASH: A Living Memorial to 9/11

Kent State honors the memory of those lost on 9/11 with a living memorial on its Kent Campus.

Tags: University News, University Facilities Management, Nationally Distinctive, Community & Society

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Student working with the laser cutter in the DI Hub Reactor

IN A FLASH: Creating with Lasers!

On three days this week, participants can create desk organizers using the laser cutters in DI Hub Reactor.

Tags: Nationally Distinctive, DI Hub, Research & Science, Student Life

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1922 Faculty Collage

100 YEARS AGO AT KENT STATE: 1922-1923’s Faculty Roster Includes Many Names Familiar Today

After decades of dedications, the list of buildings names on campus reads like a faculty roster from Kent State Normal College in 1922-23. 

Tags: University News, Student Life, Nationally Distinctive, Community & Society, Community Impact

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NYC Fashion students roll their creations to the fashion show venue

IN A FLASH: Fashion in the Streets

Kent State fashion design students hit the streets of New York City before tonight's fashion show. 

Tags: NYC Fashion, School of Fashion, College of the Arts, Nationally Distinctive, Global Presence, Arts & Culture

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