Center for Student Involvement

2026 Post-Paddy's Cleanup Volunteers

Community Spirit Inspires Kent State Student Volunteers in Post-Paddy's Cleanup

In the spirit of community, Kent State student volunteers picked up litter and trash around Kent neighborhoods following the annual Fake Paddy's Day celebration.

Tags: Undergraduate Student Government , Center for Student Involvement , Town-Gown , Community Impact , Community & Society

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Students Find Their Place to Thrive at Kent State

Being a new student at a university can be a huge transition for some. Finding their "fit" and a sense of belonging can be essential to their academic and personal success. Knowing this, Kent State's student organizations, activities, events and recreational services offer students opportunities to de-stress, connect, build networks and find friends for life. 

Tags: Students First , Student Life , Counseling and Psychological Services , Kent State of Well-being , Center for Student Involvement

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Breaking Bread to Build Community and Inspire Conversation

"Dinner with Friends," as an in-person revival of a previously virtual event, brought together students, faculty and staff for an evening of engaging discussion. 

Tags: Kent Student Center , Center for Student Involvement , Community & Society , Community Impact , Organizational Sustainability , Division of Student Life

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Collar Scholars puppy kissing booth 2026.

IN A FLASH: Valentines and Canines

A Kent State student organization sponsored a puppy kissing booth on Risman Plaza to celebrate Valentine's Day and raise awareness for a very special cause.

Tags: Student Life , Community Impact , Student Organizations , Center for Student Involvement , In a Flash

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Supermoon over Flashbash 2025.

IN A FLASH: Look Up - It's SUPERMOON!

Even the skies were reflecting blue and gold as a supermoon glowed above Flashbash, kicking off Homecoming Week at Kent State. 

Tags: Student Life , Community Impact , Homecoming , Student Organizations , Center for Student Involvement , In a Flash

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FAB's Block Party - Spring 2025

IN A FLASH: A FAB-tastic Block Party

A mid-April Block Party, presented by the Flashes Activities Board, welcomed spring to campus with makers' tables, a caricature artist, a photo booth, a giant, inflatable slide and more. 

Tags: Student Organizations , Student Life , Center for Student Involvement , In a Flash

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Fresh Start Fair Spring 2025

IN A FLASH: A Fresh Look at Student Organizations

The Fresh Start Fair gave student organizations an opportunity to let students know what they are all about - and a chance for students to check them out. 

Tags: Center for Student Involvement , Student Organizations , Student Life , Spring Semester , In a Flash

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Blast Off 2024

Take a Fresh Look at Kent State Student Organizations on Jan. 17

Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by Kent State’s Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university’s 350+ student organizations.

Tags: Center for Student Involvement , Student Organizations , Community & Society , Student Life

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Attend January Events on Campus for a Chance to Win!

After winter break, Kent State University’s Center for Student Involvement is welcoming students back to campus and on-campus events with a chance to win a Kent State tumbler. 

Tags: Student Life , Center for Student Involvement , Intercollegiate Athletics , Student Organizations , Featured Story

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Victoria Alexander dialogue with Charmaine Crawford.

IN A FLASH: Victoria Talks

Viral speaker and scholar Victoria Alexander visited the Kent Campus for "Black Identity Unveiled: Victoria Talks."

Tags: Black History Month , Center for Student Involvement , Community Impact , Community & Society , In a Flash

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