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Building a Future in Mechatronics and More

Jude Carver said that if he were meeting someone for the first time, the thing about him he’d like them to know is that he is in the field of mechatronics engineering technology, because while they may have heard about it, he's actually doing it.

SURE Fellows Present Eight Weeks of Research in Three Minutes and a Slide

On Oct. 21-22 the 178 students who conducted research under the direction of faculty mentors had to condense eight weeks of research down to three minutes and a slide. The winners were announced on Oct. 25 during a ceremony at the Kiva auditorium.

IN A FLASH: Ringing in a WIN!

The Golden Flashes Field Hockey team rang in the second of two wins last week in Athens, against the Ohio University Bobcats. They had previously defeated the visiting Central Michigan Chippewas a few days earlier. 

Honoring Contributors and Students in Crawford Hall’s Success

About 10 years ago, Kent State’s business college was told it would need a certain amount of philanthropic support before a new building project could be entertained. At the time, it seemed an incredibly daunting task, until Ambassador Edward F. Crawford and his family stepped in to complete the college’s capital campaign with the largest single gift in Kent State University history. 

Every Wednesday, It's a Treasure Hunt

Kent State University's Surplus Store, located on E.Main Street offers a variety of useful items including furniture, electronics, office supplies and a fascinating selection of antique maps and books, with many books that are more than 100 years old. The store is a reflection of Kent State's commitment to sustainable practices and disposing of items that are no longer needed by the university. 

Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment Identifies Critical Insights for Local Empowerment

The Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment findings are in. Led by Kent State University’s College of Public Health, in collaboration with 120 local organizations and nonprofits, this groundbreaking initiative marks a significant stride toward understanding and addressing the unmet needs of LGBTQ+ individuals across Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake and Lorain counties. 

IN A FLASH: All About Fall

The Fall Fest, presented by the Flashes Activities Board (FAB) was a spectacular celebration of the season with fun activities including crafts, marshmallow toasting carriage rides and the Haymaker Farmers' Market. 

'A Significant Step Forward in Engineering Education'

From Student to Mentor: A Passionate Journey in Music Education

Montana (Hollis) Fassnacht’s path from student to educator highlights the transformative power of passion and commitment. 

‘Get to Know’ the Golden Flashes Becoming the New Faces of the University

The new "Get to Know Kent State" video from Kent State University Admissions features 14 students from across the university inviting curious potential Golden Flashes to take a virtual look into the campus. Not only do these Kent State narrators spotlight the university’s global opportunities and local highlights, but they also had a great time doing it.

IN A FLASH: Seasonal Sustainability

Students in the Horticulture program at Kent State University at Salem help to keep their campus looking great year round by preparing perennial plants for storage as seasons change. 

Kent State to Host ‘Preview KSU’ Days for Prospective Students

Kent State University will welcome prospective students to campus for its Preview KSU events on Oct. 25 and Nov. 1. These comprehensive visit programs offer high school and transfer students an immersive look at life as a Golden Flash.

College of Aeronautics and Engineering Launches Digital Engineering & Design Center for Space Applications

Kent State University celebrated the opening of its new Digital Engineering & Design Cent

Flash Focus: Alison Bredek

Meet Alison Bredek, a junior environmental studies major with a minor in park management from North Ridgeville, Ohio, and the treasurer of the Future Environmental Professionals Club with the big dream of becoming a park ranger for the National Park Service.

This Giving Tuesday, Support The Cause That Matters Most To You

When you give through Kent State, you start a ripple effect that empowers innovation, improv

Student Spotlight: Jared Eichler

Meet Jared Eichler!

“I had always grown up a Golden Flash,” said Jared. “My family would always go to the basketball games and see the energy that was brought to the MACC. I enjoyed watching the Flasher Brass perform at the games and it even encouraged me to go into music. When it came to choosing what college I wanted to go to, there really wasn’t any other choice as clear as Kent State.”

A Musical Tribute: Kent State Orchestra Premieres Student Composition

For Haider Riaz, the first orchestra concert of the season was an unforgettable experience. His original composition, “To the Memory of Shiver-Me, the CAT,” was premiered by the Kent State University Orchestra, marking a significant artistic milestone for the young composer and offering the audience a moving tribute to a beloved pet.

It's the Great Pumpkin, Kent State!

There's a massive pumpkin inviting visitors to guess its weight inside the Herrick Conservatory. It's an annual tradition presented by student volunteers studying in the Department of Biological Sciences.

Nature's Fireworks Captured Over Kent State

Increased activity in the sun's solar winds and the earth's magnetic field has produced appearances by the northern lights  in regions where they are not typically visible - like the skies above the Kent Campus. A Kent State photographer captured spectacular images of the display. 

Graduate Students Present Research in Three Minutes and a Slide

Three Minute Thesis is an opportunity for graduate students to put their academic, presentation, and research communication skills to the test by presenting research in three minutes to a non-specialist audience.

IN A FLASH: A Rainbow Connection

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Navigating the Shifting Landscape of College Enrollment

The United States is approaching a so-called “enrollment cliff” or “demographic cliff,” a projection that is being closely monitored by those in higher education. In the “On Campus – with CITI Program” podcast, host Ed Butch talks with Aaron Berger, Ph.D., interim director of national recruitment at Kent State University, about these declining numbers and other factors currently influencing college enrollment. 

Distinguished Alumna Helps Open Exhibit Showcasing Women’s Role in Cartography During World War II

Invest in Your Future: The Case for Young Women Saving Early for Retirement

For many American women, saving for retirement can be challenging for many reasons. A recent USA Today article noted that women have less than half the retirement savings of men. Kent State University values setting their students up for success, but what does this mean for women at the university?

Precision Flight Team Places Third in NIFA Regional SAFECON Championship

The Kent State University Precision Flight Team performed well at the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Region 3 SAFECON, hosted by The Ohio State University from Oct. 6-11. Kent State secured third place in the overall SAFECON Championship, demonstrating proficiency in both flying and ground events.

Kent State Secures Top Five Finish in ARC Air Derby

Three female pilots from Kent State University College of Aeronautics and Engineering’s professional pilot program secured a top-five finish in the 2024 Air Race Classic (ARC) Air Derby, showcasing their aviation skills across Ohio's skies.

College of Aeronautics and Engineering Welcomes New Director of Center for Advanced Air Mobility

Kent State University has named Rubén Del Rosario, D.Eng. as the new Director of the Center for Advanced Air Mobility and Professor in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering.

IN A FLASH: Rain and Rainbows

"No rain, no rainbows," is how the saying goes and on this rainy morning, a rainbow glowed over the Lefton Esplande and all of Kent. 

Kent State Students and Faculty Take Part in Innovation Day

Kent State University students and faculty took part in the second annual Innovation Day on Oct. 11, with one Kent State student bringing home honors.

‘Research Is Everywhere,’ Acclaimed Hollywood Costume Designer Finds Inspiration in Every Corner of Life

Kent State University students had the chance to learn from an award-winning Hollywood costume designer when Isis Mussenden visited the Kent Campus recently for two days.

Faculty Spotlight: Engineering Professor Wins Top Teaching Honor

Kelsen LaBerge, Ph.D., a professor in Kent State University's College of Aeronautics and Engineering (CAE), has been named one of three recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Teaching Award, the highest honor for non-tenure track and part-time faculty at the university.

Overcoming Challenges, Gaining a Global Perspective

Teachers from Across the Globe at Kent State Through Fulbright Program

A group of 21 secondary school teachers from 20 different countries is spending six weeks at Kent State University as part of a Fulbright professional development program for foreign educators.  

IN A FLASH: Tiny Steps, Big Purpose

Some of Kent State's smallest Flashes took steps to help fund a unique part of their learning experience at Kent State's Child Development Center. 

Flash Focus: Ryanne Bunting

Meet Ryanne Bunting, a Kent State sophomore double majoring in international studies and anthropology from Fairfield, Ohio, combining human rights, culture, global interactions and history into a formidable career path.