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Students Relive Childhood Fun with Classic Games for Homecoming
In the week leading up to Homecoming, Kent State University brought the nostalgic experience of field day to students with a variety of classic games, including tug-of-war, parachute games, and sack races.
‘Breaking the Bubble’ to Foster Intercultural Connections
Students participating in education abroad may be new to a country and may not know much about the campus or community around them. At Kent State University, international students have an opportunity to connect with domestic students through a program called FRIEND.
Kent State’s 2026 Homecoming Court Leads Through Service to Campus and Community
When Kent State University celebrates Homecoming Week, the spotlight often falls on the parade, the game and the crowning of the Homecoming Court. Meet the 12 student leaders selected for the 2026 Homecoming Court, for whom the experience represents much more than a campaign for a crown.
International Resource Fair Connects Students to Community
The start of a new semester can be challenging for any student but may be even more so for international students. Kent State University’s International Student Resource Fair offers a welcoming space for international students who are looking for opportunities to get involved on campus and in the community.
FAFSA Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kent State Students and Families
The 2027-2028 FAFSA is now open. This step-by-step guide walks Kent State University students and families through creating StudentAid.gov accounts, completing the application, adding Kent State’s school code and understanding financial aid offers. It also explains where to get hands-on help.
There’s a Friend for Everyone at Best Buddies | ‘Club Hopping’
Following the lead from its international nonprofit, the Kent State chapter of Best Buddies is forming friendships and giving support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Trustees Hear of Kent State’s Strong Financial Health and Holding the Line on Tuition
Kent State University’s Board of Trustees opened the 2026-2027 academic year hearing President Todd Diacon report that the university ended Fiscal 2026 with a balanced budget and no draw on reserves, and that inflation-adjusted public university tuition in Ohio has dropped 13% since 2005.
Business Career Fair Connects Students With Employers
Kent State University’s Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship connected students with potential employers during its All Business Majors Career Fair on Sept. 23 in Crawford Hall. More than 160 students registered for the event, which brought 35 companies to campus to discuss internship and full-time job opportunities.
Kent State’s Democracy Fest Prepares Student Voters for November Election
Ahead of the November election, Kent State University’s Undergraduate Student Government hosted its annual Democracy Fest on Risman Plaza to celebrate National Voter Registration Day, giving first-time voters a chance to register and everyone a chance to learn about the democratic process.
Cultural Cafe Kickoff Brings Nigerian Food and Traditions to Kent State
Once a month, Kent State University’s International Student and Scholar Services presents the Cultural Cafe. Abisola Mohammed, a graduate student in emerging media and technology who hails from Nigeria, started this year’s schedule with this simple question: “How far?”
