Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
Why I Give: Marie Rader and Jim Angiulo Invest Millions in Kent State Students
For Marie Rader and Jim Angiulo, philanthropy begins with a simple belief: making a difference in the lives of others doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does have to come from the heart. Hear from Rader and Angiulo about why they give in the video above.“I really enjoy all diffe…
A Century of Golden Flashes: The Beck Family Legacy
Behind Merrill Hall is a quiet corner of the Kent Campus, separated from the hustle of daily life by winding rows of shelves filled with books – all carved from stone. It’s also where an iconic landmark of the campus sits: The Brain. This space, known as the Behind the Brain Plaza, was co…
Inspiring Service and Philanthropy Through Leadership
The Kent Student Ambassadors (KSA) exemplify this motto through their commitment to educating students about philanthropy, giving back to the community and leading those around them. Philanthropy is often associated with donating money to an important cause. However, the Ambassadors educa…
Honoring Teachers and Nurses Who Made a Difference
For Anthony W. “Tony” O’Leary, ’72, MPA ’76, the path to college was not always clear. After losing his mother, his teachers helped him imagine a different future. “My mother passed away just as I was starting high school,” Tony said. “I had a couple of teachers at the high school level that ke…
From Coach to Champion: Investing in Future Accounting Professionals
“Life is about people. It has no meaning except for its effect on others.” Professor emeritus of accounting Donald “Don” McFall, MSA ’91, embodies this approach to life, focusing on ways he can connect with and make a difference for others. He retired from Kent State University in 2012 after 28…
Legacies Change Lives: Sebastian Van Hauter
Sebastian Van Hauter is a junior history major from Akron, Ohio, who is expected to graduate in 2028. He was recently awarded the Dr. Thomas H. Smith Endowed Scholarship, which is helping him study at the American University in Bulgaria. “Receiving this scholarship helped me cover my tuition an…
Turn Your RMD Into a Gift That Makes a Difference
For many retirees, taking a required minimum distribution (RMD) from an IRAis simply part of managing retirement income. But if you are age 70½ or older and are charitably inclined, you may be able to turn all or part of your RMD into meaningful support for Kent State through a Qualified Charitable …
Together, We Give During Kent State’s Most Generous Annual Tradition
Everyone has a reason to give. Some people give to help students earn their degree. Others give to fuel discovery, strengthen our communities, protect our planet or inspire creativity. Whatever moves you to make a difference, there’s a place for your passion at Kent State. And when we giv…
Guided by Knowledge: How Research Shaped Wayne Nieh’s Kent State Journey
For Wayne Nieh, ’24, nursing research has always been about more than collecting data or studying scientific literature. It is about asking questions, seeking knowledge and discovering how that knowledge can ultimately improve the lives of others. It is also a way to honor the person who first …
An Investment in the Future
An’Jeanette “Ann” Beverly, ’20, MBA ’22, reached a crisis point during the COVID-19 pandemic as she was trying to finish her bachelor’s degree at Kent State University at Stark. During her last semester, this single mother in her forties was balancing the responsibilities of raising her teenage son,…
