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IN A FLASH: Moon Over Campus

Clear skies over campus provided a view of the moon next to the Kent State water tower.

Have You Updated Your Profile Yet?

Changes have now been made to Rave, Kent State University’s Emergency Communication System, which is used to send Flash ALERTS as text messages when important information needs to be distributed in a timely fashion, such as during a safety crisis or weather emergency. 

'The Importance Comes Down to Individuals Finally Being Seen'

A Native American student leader shares her thoughts on Indigenous Peoples' Day. 

Focusing on the Man Behind the Camera

Serving under four university presidents, Bob Christy is a witness to Kent State University history. His photos document the university's people, places and points in time. Get to know Christy as Kent State Today takes a closer look at the man behind the camera.

Kent State Graduate Wins National Teaching Prize

Jason Werstler, a 2001 Kent State University graduate who majored in education, is one of 25 teachers across the nation who were recently recognized for teaching excellence. He teaches construction at Massillon Washington High School in Massillon, Ohio. 

Give It Your Best Shot

Fall is the time to get protected from COVID-19 and flu. Appointments for shots are available at Kent State University's DeWeese Health Center on the Kent Campus.

Everyone’s Got Something: Celebrating Disabilities

Kent State's Student Accessibility Services is celebrating October as Disability Awareness Month, with events and activities to spread the word to students that they are not alone in their struggle and that help is available. 

IN A FLASH: Fall Break, Already?

Thursday October 5 - Sunday October 8 is Fall Break at Kent State. 

Student Media Experience Leads to Dream Job for Kent State Journalism Graduate

While completing a two-month journalism fellowship in Arizona the summer after her college graduation, Anna Huntsman, ’19, found herself nostalgic for Ohio.

“I was around a lot of people from all across the country,” she remembers. “They would ask me, ‘What’s so special about Ohio?’ and I would have this answer about the camaraderie, the sports, the work ethic. I just found myself having these answers of really missing my home.”

From a DM to an Arctic Voyage: Advertising Graduate Shares Journey as a Content Strategist

Kent State alumnus Chase Wilcox, ‘21, began his career through a direct message on social media to his now-employer, DNC Media, while he was still a student.

An advertising major, Wilcox completed his degree during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when Kent State and other universities across the world ceased the majority of in-person activities and moved to online instruction. Attempting to make the best of an unusual situation, Wilcox decided to take all online courses and moved to Florida, where he began successfully doing social media content for smaller brands on TikTok.

IN A FLASH: Inspiring (!) Images Around Campus

Dynamic graphics bearing messaging from the university's new campaign can be seen on buildings throughout campus. 

IN A FLASH: See Your Photo HERE

You can submit your Kent State photos to appear in Kent State Today's daily "IN A FLASH" feature. 

Introducing the Division of People, Culture and Belonging

Dear Golden Flashes,

Beware: Distracted Drivers in Ohio Will Be Issued Tickets, Fines Under New Law

The new Distracted Driving law makes it illegal to use or hold a cellphone or electronic device in your hand, lap or other parts of the body while driving on Ohio roads.   

Kent State Researcher Leads Project Creating Sensor for First Responder Safety

Small sensors about the size of a postage stamp could one day save the lives of firefighters, soldiers and other workers who face the threat of toxic gases or vapors on the job. 

His Attitude Matches His Altitude

A positive outlook and a love of flying keep this student pilot soaring toward his career goals. 

Graduate Students Use 3 Minutes and a Slide to Showcase Their Research

The top 10 presenters who had advanced from two previous preliminary rounds made their Three Minute Thesis presentations in the Kiva on Oct. 3. Students were given three minutes and one PowerPoint slide to make a concise and engaging presentation. 

Canvas Admins From Across Ohio Meet at Kent State

The Division of Information Technology and Instructure, the parent company of the Canvas Learning Management System, hosted the first Ohi

Shared Past Connects Landscape Artists

A Kent State University connection runs through the “Honoring the Land” satellite exhibition of the Artists Archives of the Western Reserve, featuring three artists with a shared Golden Flashes past.

Kent State University's College of Aeronautics and Engineering Earns ABET Accreditation in Mechatronics

Kent State University College of Aeronautics and Engineering’s bachelors degree program in Mechatronics Engineering has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, and the bachelor's degree program in Mechatronics Engineering Technology has been accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology.

Kent State Faculty Honored as Exceptional Women in Aerospace

Dr. Christina Bloebaum and Dr. Marla Pérez-Davis Recognized for Outstanding Contributions and Leadership

Coming Together After a Pandemic Forced Us Apart

The stanzas of “Dear Vaccine,” a collection of pandemic memoirs written by citizen poets- turned staged theatrical production, made their way home to the Kent State University Museum on Monday, Oct. 2.

You Asked For It. You Got It.

Changes are coming to Rave, Kent State University’s Emergency Communication System, which is used to send Flash ALERTS as text messages when important information needs to be distributed in a timely fashion, such as during a safety crisis or weather emergency. 

IN A FLASH: Building Black Leaders

The Building Black Leaders program at Kent State University at Trumbull offers students support, inspiration and community. 

CCS and Art Education Students Create Win-Win Collaboration

Research shows that children with difficulties in academic subj

Thinking Ink? You're Not Alone

Juliana Buonaiuto, Undergraduate Student Government president, stated in her convocation speech this year that she got a lightning bolt tattoo during the first two weeks of her first year. A recent Pew Research Center survey revealed that 32% of Americans have a tattoo. Kent State Today went to some local authorities to see if those trends match the Kent State community. 

October Puts You Into a State of Well-Being

October is Kent State University’s Mental Health Awareness Month. Though the national health observance is in May, the university chooses October to promote mental health awareness as the need for mental health support on campus peaks during this time.   

Making the Local Justice System Easier to Access

Summit County Domestic Relations Court Judge Kani H. Hightower is on a mission to make the justice system in Summit County, Ohio, more accessible for underprivileged and underrepresented citizens. Whether it’s related to transportation challenges or helping them sort through the red tape of documentation, Hightower, a Kent State University graduate, is creating solutions to streamline the process for Summit County residents.

Kent State's Hospitality Draws Siblings to Same Program

Siblings Abby and Nate Bergdorf followed their family legacy when they both enrolled at Kent State, but they have taken the family ties a bit further.

Peace, On Earth

Do you know the story behind the peace symbol in the grass behind Prentice Hall?

IN A FLASH: Trumbull Freshmen ROCK!

Students in Kent State at Trumbull's Flashes 101 course rocked their school spirit.

Researching Black Maternal Mental Health

Trigger warning: Mentions of suicide and mental distress.

Ambassador Crawford College Of Business And Entrepreneurship Sees Record Enrollment

As the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship prepares to move to the state-of-the-art Crawford Hall on East Main Street in spring 2024, the college is seeing increased enrollment among both freshman and graduate populations.

Tom Batiuk, ’69

From the time he was a young child, Tom Batiuk, ’69, knew he wanted to be a cartoonist. The Funky Winkerbean creator drew inspiration for his characters and storylines from his real world, including his time at Kent State.

LaunchNET Boosts Alumni Businesses

Thanks to support from the Burton D. Morgan Foundation, LaunchNET Kent State is providing microgrants to alumni entrepreneurs to expand their businesses.

Read-in Puts Ban on Banned Books

“If Monday was a color, she’d be red...”  The third annual Read-In @ Kent State was held on Wednesday, Sept. 27, in Taylor Hall. This open-mic event gave students, faculty, staff and alumni the opportunity to read excerpts from or speak briefly about banned and challenged books that are important to them.