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New Kent State Online Programs Aim to Help Fill Expected Workforce Needs of Cannabis Industry

Green Flower, an industry leader in cannabis education and training since 2014, is partnering with Kent State University to launch four new cannabis-related certificate programs to prepare students for the emerging industry in the state.

'Tis The Season For Phishing

During this holiday season while your virtual shopping carts are filled with care, beware of a not-so-jolly visitor among your devices. With the surge in online shopping throughout this time of year, opportunities lurk for a sneaky Grinch to step in and snatch your information and your holiday joy. It’s called PHISHING, and it can cause you a world of trouble.

“Phishing” is an internet scam that uses fraudulent emails, text messages, or phone calls that appear to come from a legitimate source to acquire and exploit sensitive information.

Realistic-looking links and messages are often used to trick you into giving away your personal information then hit you with ransomware and malware infections, financial loss, and even reputation damage. It is essential to be INFORMED and READY TO COMBAT phishing attacks during the holiday season.

VCD Alum Paul Sahre's Design Included in The New York Times "Best Book Covers of 2023"

Noted graphic designer and Visual Communication Design alum Paul Sahre, B.F.A. '87, M.F.A. '90, was recently recognized for his work in the New York Times article "The Best Book Covers of 2023. 

IN A FLASH: Think Your Finals are Tough?

Finals week can be challenging - both mentally and physically.  

‘I truly believe that what makes Kent State great is the immediate and direct result of May 4, 1970’

"I'm as proud to say I'm a Golden Flash as I am to say I'm a Marine." Maureen McFarland, Ph.D., said her 20-plus years of service at Kent State University have reinforced her decision to leave military service for higher education.

Solving Pre-WWII Mathematics Problems from the Scottish Cafe

Did you know that not one, but two of our Department of Mathematical Sciences faculty members have solved intriguing problems in the famo

Greeting the New Year in Golden Flashes Style

In a special meeting on Dec. 4, digital media production student Saida Lewis, was invited to meet with Kent State President Todd Diacon to discuss the creative inspiration for her winning design selected in a recent holiday card design competition.

IN A FLASH: Flying Colors

An antique lens provides unique depth and detail to the photos it captures. 

Buy Flash-Made at The School of Art Holiday Sale

The School of Art Holiday Sale is Dec. 7 and 8 in the Center for the Visual Arts Gallery.

Morgan Appointed to Officer of the Order of the British Empire

Sandra Morgan, director of strategic partnerships and outreach for the College of Arts & Sciences at Kent State University, was recen

A Kindergarten Class That CARES

A student from Kent State's Child Development Center inspired his class to donate to Kent State's CARES Center. 

On Her Own, But Not Alone

Tipton has gone from student to employee to founder and owner of her own communication agency in just a few years. Tipton said her educational and career journeys from Michigan to Mississippi to Ohio have been heavily influenced by God.