Students First
Kent State Puts the ‘Friends’ in Friendsgiving
In every Kent State University video commercial there are students. Students are the face of Kent State. But students do more than participate as talent in front of the camera. They help plan, record and edit these videos. And let us say, these videos take longer than you think to create.
‘Students Are Who We Serve'
Linda Hoeptner Poling’s “student-centered” attitude is what led to her receiving recognition from her students and ultimately the Distinguished Teaching Award.
Get a Slice of the Action! Homeslice Pizzeria is Here
Get a slice of the action at Homeslice Pizzeria, the newest edition to the Hub in the Kent Student Center.
Kent State’s Giving Tuesday Campaign Raises $3.6 Million for Scholarships and Programs
This November, members of the Kent State University community joined together to shine their light on philanthropy. During the November campaign, Kent State’s Giving Tuesday raised $3.6 million, marking the sixth year it has brought in more than $1 million to support scholarships and programs across Kent State’s eight-campus system.
Finding the Hidden Gem
Ever visit a restaurant or a coffee shop whose environment just simply made you feel... home?! Well, that's exactly how Field Hockey Player Katie Wuerstle felt during her first visit to Kent State.
Sweet Taste of Business Success!
Entrepreneurship major Audrey Ernst's love of baking and a microgrant have helped her baking business take shape.
Kent State Graduate Julian Edelman’s Football Journey Chronicled by NFL Films
Tough. Competitive. Relentless. Determined to play in the NFL. That’s Julian Edelman, the former New England Patriots receiver and Kent State University graduate, who is featured in the latest episode of “A Football Life.”
WHAT'S THE BIG IDEA? BIRDS AND DRONES
Kent State President Todd Diacon rides to the College of Aeronautics and Engineering to learn more about research involving birds and aircraft.
Top Five On-Campus Winter Events You Won’t Want to Miss
Looking for something to fill your time between studying for finals and packing to go home for the holidays? Here are a few events you can enjoy while you’re still on campus and one you can look forward to when you get back.
International Cook-off Provides New Culinary Journey for African Students
The entry of Team Rwanda and Team Nigeria into the annual cooking contest reflects Kent State’s growing relations in sub-Saharan Africa, resulting in new groups of international students on campus. The Rwandan students are part of a group of 12 undergraduates sponsored by the Rwandan government who arrived at Kent State for the fall semester to pursue degrees.