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Spinal Injury Research: Improving Quality of Life

My name is Autumn Redd, and I am majoring in neuroscience with a pre-medicine concentrati

Upholding the Freedom of Expression While Practicing Kindness and Respect

Spring semesters on university campuses are marked by heightened social and political awareness and activities. With Kent State University’s roots as a champion of free speech and student activism, President Todd Diacon is reminding the university community of our commitment to freedom of expression as a core value guiding our work.  

Lecture Hall, Event Space, or Night Sky?

‘How Do We Develop a Culture of Peace?’

One of the many take-aways from the Dialogue and Difference program "Understanding and Combating Islamophobia" was that overcoming Islamophobia and other forms of racism and bigotry may be as simple as remembering the lessons we should have been taught as children. 

Ohio EPA Presents Kent State With Environmental Excellence Award

Kent State is one of 48 schools, companies and organizations across the state honored by the Ohio EPA for taking exceptional measures to protect Ohio’s environment and for continued commitment to environmental stewardship.  

Going 'Bananas' For Fan Engagement: Kent State Student Interns with Viral Sensation Savannah Bananas

Kent State student Anthony Scilla, '25, found himself drawn to the Savannah Bananas, fascinated by their innovative style of baseball entertainment known as "banana ball." The former amateur baseball team garnered national acclaim and amassed millions of fans and TikTok followers with its unconventional approach to the game, incorporating elements like kilts, viral choreographed dances, flaming bats and more.

IN A FLASH: Thank You for a Spectacular Season!

The Kent State Golden Flashes men's basketball participated in their third consecutive season of MAC championship play. In a hard-fought final game, the Akron Zips narrowly outscored the Golden Flashes to advance to the NCAA championship playoffs. 

‘Sew’ Cool: Threading New Skills

Design Innovation is about sharing, stitching together extracurricular, cross-disciplinary and collaborative design innovation projects and experiences and sharing them with the Kent State University community. On March 11, the stitching was literal.

Statewide Tornado Drill to Be Conducted Wednesday, March 20

Ohio is conducting a statewide tornado drill on Wednesday, March 20, at 9:50 a.m.

Protecting Personal Data During Electronics Recycling: A Guide From The Division Of IT

Wednesday, March 20th, from 7:30am - 3pm, is the final E-cycle electronics recycling event of the spring. Members of both the campus and city of Kent community can recycle used electronics through Infinite Electronics Recycling, LLC, an R2 certified recycler, where materials are handled in an environmentally and socially responsible way. 

Paying the Price for Cheap Clothing

At a time when Americans are pinching pennies, sustainable fashion expert and Kent State School of Fashion professor explains how cheap trendy clothes will cost you in the long run.

Lashonda Taylor, Ed.D.: A Woman Who Puts Family First While Pursuing the High Reaches of Education and Career

 Since 1997, Lashonda Taylor, Ed.D., associate chief of staff for Kent State University's President’s Office, had many detours in her college journey but eventually earned her Doctor of Education in Interprofessional Leadership in 2023.

Living, Learning, Creating in Improved Studio Space

The Living in The Arts Living-Learning Community, located in Prentice Hall, opened the doors to its new and improved studio space with an open house to explore and learn about all the new attributes of the updated creative studio.  

Dr. Zhangbu Xu joins the Kent State University Department of Physics faculty

The Kent State University Department of Physics is proud to welcome our newest faculty member, Dr. Zhangbu Xu.

The Feminine Urge to Inspire

Aligned with Women's History Month, the Design Innovation Fellows hosted The Feminine Urge to Inspire workshop to explore the inventions and inspiration of women

IN A FLASH: We Are the Champions!

In a decisive victory over the University of Buffalo Bulls (78-60) the Kent State Golden Flashes Women's basketball team won the 2024 Mid-American Conference Championship.

Heartbreak in 2024 MAC Tournament Championship Game

The Kent State men's basketball team (17-16, 11-10 MAC) fell to rival Akron in the 2024 MAC Tournament Championship.

As anticipated, the game between the two Northeast Ohio teams did not disappoint keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the very end when Akron took the game 62-61 after two made foul shots at the charity stripe with seconds left on the clock. 

Kent State to Play Notre Dame in First Round of March Madness

Kent State (21-10) will play Notre Dame in the first round of the NCAA Division 1 Basketball Tournament in South Bend, Indiana.

MAC Champs! Kent State Beats Buffalo in Women’s Basketball Championship Game

Kent State captured its first Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament championship since 2002 on Saturday, defeating Buffalo, 78-60, in the title game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

College Of Aeronautics And Engineering Welcomes Federal Aviation Administration Officials to Showcase Facilities and Capabilities

Kent State University was recently honored to host Great Lakes Regional Administrator, Erik Amend and Airports District Office Manager, John Mayfield, Jr., from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering (CAE) for a tour of the Kent State Airport and Aeronautics and Engineering Building facilities.

Kent State Dominates Inside, Takes Down Ball State in MAC Tournament Semifinals

Kent State has advanced to the Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Tournament championship game for the first time since 2006, beating Ball State, 65-50, in a semifinal contest at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on Friday.

Transforming the Sp(e)ace: School of Peace and Conflict Studies to Host Open House

The School of Peace and Conflict Studies (SPCS) is set to reveal its new, renovated space in the

Protecting Personal Data During Electronics Recycling: A Guide from the Division of IT

In an era where technology evolves rapidly, the disposal of old electronics has become a common practice. However, amidst the eagerness to recycle and reduce e-waste, we often overlook a critical aspect: safeguarding our personal data. Before handing over laptops or any electronic device for recycling, it's imperative to take proactive measures to ensure that sensitive information doesn't fall into the wrong hands.

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Poet Seeks to Bring ‘Language Back’

The gentle voice of indigenous poet Kimberly Blaeser filled the room of the Wick Poetry Corner in Kent State University’s Library on Wednesday, March 6. Jessica Jones, associate lecturer of English at Kent State University at Stark, led a Q&A session touching on Blaeser’s new poetry collection, initiatives and inspiration.  

Meatless Mondays in March Kick Off an Increased Commitment to Plant-Based Options

University Culinary Services offers meat-free menu items in March as part of National Nutrition Month and an increased commitment to offering plant-based options. 

IN A FLASH: Name Your Favorite Flash Flavor!

University Culinary Services gave Flashes the opportunity to sample three unique ice cream flavors and offer suggestions on what to name them.

Parkland Survivor David Hogg Discusses Activism, Voting and May 4 During Kent State Talk

Parkland survivor David Hogg brought his message of activism and voter participation to Kent State University with his talk March 14 in the Kent Student Center Kiva.

Flashes Upset No.1 Seed Toledo in MAC Tournament

The Kent State men's basketball team (16-16, 9-10 MAC) upset No.1 Toledo, 67-59, earlier today. With today's win, the Flashes will advance to the semifinals on Friday, March 15. The Flashes will take on No.5 Bowling Green at approximately 5 p.m. ET. 

Learn How to Build a Healthier YOU

Registered Dietician Sarah Korzan wants to share nutrition information to help Flashes improve their diets and lead healthy livestyles. 

Kent State University’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering Welcomes Federal Aviation Administration Officials to Showcase Facilities and Capabilities

The visit highlighted the college’s current capabilities and plans for additional expansion and growth, particularly in advanced air mobility and aviation maintenance, and capabilities in workforce talent training and development.

Kent State University Awarded FAA Grant to Propel the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals

Kent State University has been selected as one of thirty-two schools nationwide to receive a significant grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aimed at fostering the development of the future workforce in the aviation industry.

Kent State Fashion Week 2024

The annual Fashion Show is the main event in the School of Fashion's Fashion Week.

‘Tying’ the Community Together

Wellness goes beyond what’s on your plate or how many steps you take in a day. Wellness is holistic and includes how we feel and how we view our place in our communities. With that in mind, Kent State University's Employee Wellness invited staff to an open-house Service Day in Heer Hall on Tuesday, Mar. 2, to support the local community.

Flash Friday: Jordan Decatur

Back on Track: From College Dropout to Global Learner

Trigger warning: Mentions of sexual assault.