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Impactathon: Design for Extremes
Feb. 28, 2025 - 9:00 am to Mar. 1, 2025 - 5:00 pmLandscapes for Empathy, Empathy for Landscapes. Designing Atmospheres for Social Interaction
Monday, March 3, 20255:15 pm to 6:30 pm
Teach Peace: The Life and Legacy of Jerry Lewis - Exhibit
Mar. 4, 2025 - 9:00 am to Jun. 3, 2025 - 5:00 pmNourish & Thrive Expo
Tuesday, March 4, 202511:00 am to 2:00 pm
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Kent State Closed Jan. 20 for MLK Day
Kent State University will be closed Jan. 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. No classes are scheduled, and university offices are closed on Jan. 20.
Kent State Kicks Off 55th Commemoration of May 4 With Play on Student Activism and Book Bans
This year, Kent State University will hold the 55th commemoration honoring the memory of May 4, 1970, a tragic day when the Ohio National Guard fired on Kent State students during an anti-war protest on campus, killing four students, wounding nine others and sparking a turning point in American history. Kicking off the program for the annual May 4 Commemoration is a play that focuses on student activism and book bans.
‘Trial by Fire’ Play Is First in 2025 May 4 Event Schedule
“Trial by Fire” is coming to Kent State in February. The play, written by Kent State alumnus and staff member Eric Mansfield, and inspired by a true story, is about banned books and a Kent State graduate who presented them to her high school class and how her students rose to activism to defend her. The performances are part of this year’s 55th May 4 Commemoration schedule, presented by the May 4 Education Committee.
IN A FLASH: Welcome International Students!
International Student Orientation activities welcomed a new group of international students to Kent State for Spring Semester 2025.
MLK 2025 Celebration Will Focus on Mental Health Advocacy and Wellness
Kent State’s MLK event "The Dream of Wellness: Mental Health Advocacy Through the Lens of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr." will be held on Jan. 30 in the Student Center Ballroom.
In the News: Aeronautics, Fashion, ‘Brain Rot’ and Lifespan Development Showcased
“In the News” features Kent State University’s values, cultures, high-quality academics and award-winning support and access for all in these media stories of our faculty, staff, students and alumni in action.
Behind the Scenes: IT People and Products Defending Against Phishing
Phishing attacks are on the rise, but Kent State is ready.
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.
IN A FLASH: With Care and Caring
Kent State University’s Nursing Simulation Labs use sophisticated manikins to help students learn to provide proper care – and caring – for patients of all ages.
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.
Bridging Communities: Kent State to Host 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference
When cities and universities work together, incredible things can happen. Like any good partnership, Kent State University and the city of Kent have spent years building and strengthening their relationship, and it has paid off. Kent State will host the 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference.
Helping Patients – and Students – Find Their Footing
Dr. Nick Campitelli, D.P.M., has been practicing podiatry in Fairlawn, Ohio, now for 20 years and has garnered a major following on TikTok and YouTube for sharing his expertise, leading to many happy patients.