Student Life

Flash Focus: Maura Dougherty
Meet Maura Dougherty, a senior theatre studies major with a focus on performance from Pittsburgh. From acting in elementary and high school productions to working at a theatre for young audiences for five years, Dougherty has consistently pursued her passion for the performing arts.

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.

IN A FLASH: Back To Classes
Students braved a snow-covered campus and cold temperatures as classes began for Spring Semester 2025.

IN A FLASH: A Snowy Welcome
Significant snowfall in the last few days has given campus an extreme makeover from the way it looked before winter break.

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.

From Clinicals to Canines
Training future service dogs has been a win-win situation for junior nursing major Rylie Lapikas. Featured in our Year with a Flash series for 2024-2025, Lapikas gets the stress relief of a furry friend while learning how to be a better nurse by paying attention to nonverbal communication and cues.

IN A FLASH: Move-in Memories
Before students return to campus for Spring Semester, "In A Flash" takes a look back at Move-In Days last fall.

IN A FLASH: A Rite of Passage
Presented by Kent State's E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center, Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados is a pre-commencement ceremony celebrating diversity and the accomplishments of graduating seniors.

From Classroom to Community: Kent State Graduates Drive Change Through LGBTQ+ Research
Two Kent State University graduates who recently earned their Master of Public Health degrees spent the past two years as researchers on the first-of-its-kind Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment.

A Full Circle Moment for One Golden Flash
Fall 2024 graduate Cecelia Kirk is thankful to Kent State for all the resources and connections she made during her three years in the Fashion School program.