Division of Student Life
Students Find Their Place to Thrive at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ
Being a new student at a university can be a huge transition for some. Finding their "fit" and a sense of belonging can be essential to their academic and personal success. Knowing this, С»ÆƬÊÓƵ's student organizations, activities, events and recreational services offer students opportunities to de-stress, connect, build networks and find friends for life.
Breaking Bread to Build Community and Inspire Conversation
"Dinner with Friends," as an in-person revival of a previously virtual event, brought together students, faculty and staff for an evening of engaging discussion.
Redefining Leadership, One Friday at a Time
Many students walk past the Pepsi Leadership Center without thinking twice about it, unaware that inside, Fridays are more than just a celebration of the end of the week; they're being redefined. No business attire. No speeches. Just music and meaningful conversations defining what leadership looks like on campus.
Learning by Doing: Civic Engagement at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ
As a college student, it is important to engage in experiences that connect academic learning to civic, professional, and community settings.For many, this is where education starts to feel meaningful and connected to who they want to be after graduation, says Craig Berger, associate director of Civ…
A Heart and Hand Warming Gesture
In the middle of this winter at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ, first-year finance major Mason Pranevich realized just how cold it could get and how unprepared some students were for the weather. Pranevich used his own savings to purchase 200 pairs of winter gloves to help keep his fellow Golden Flashes warm.
Flash Focus: Lily Stenroos
Meet Lily Stenroos, a member of the Honors College pursuing an environmental studies degree with minors in sustainability, environmental justice and political science, from Mayfield Village, Ohi0, whose academic path was forged from deep relationships between the natural world and humans.
Important Health Update: Neisseria Meningitidis Case on Campus
Dear С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Students, Faculty and Staff,We are writing to inform you of an important health matter affecting our Kent Campus community. A С»ÆƬÊÓƵ student residing in Lake Hall has been diagnosed with a serious bacterial infection called Neisseria meningitidis and is currently recei…
How С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Supports International Students Through Programs, Friendship and a Taste of Home
As the world watches more than 90 countries take part in the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics this February, С»ÆƬÊÓƵ celebrates its global community on a daily basis. From customized orientation programs specifically for international students to popular campus events like the annual International Cook-Off, С»ÆƬÊÓƵ provides a variety of offerings to ensure the more than 1,700 international students coming to С»ÆƬÊÓƵ from 95 countries find their home away from home and feel ready to thrive on their academic journeys.
IN A FLASH: Sapori - A Taste of Italy
Students experienced a taste of Italy with the grand opening of Sapori inside Eastway Dining on Feb. 2.
Flash Focus: Antajuan Hightower
Meet Antajuan Hightower, a member of the Honors College and a human resource management major, from Boardman, Ohio.
