Student Life
10 Things You’ll Only Understand If You Go to С»ÆƬÊÓƵ
С»ÆƬÊÓƵ is a place where unique traditions and memorable moments shape the student experience. The scurry of squirrels, late-night food trips and the adrenaline rush of finals week are just a few things only С»ÆƬÊÓƵ students understand. Here are 10 things every Golden Flash knows all too well.
Flash Focus: Jordan Caraway
Meet Jordan Caraway, a senior biochemistry major from New Lenox, Illinois, whose passion for chemistry has shaped her С»ÆƬÊÓƵ experience and future goals.
IN A FLASH: 3-2-1: BLASTOFF!
BLASTOFF! is the final event of KSU Kickoff welcoming new students and celebrating the start of the semester on the day before fall classes begin.
Convocation Officially Welcomes С»ÆƬÊÓƵ's Class of 2029
A high-energy rally welcomed С»ÆƬÊÓƵ's Class of 2029 to the beginning of fall semester, as KSU Kickoff week continued.
IN A FLASH: Late Night at The Library
Each year as part of KSU Kickoff, С»ÆƬÊÓƵ's University Library invites incoming students to get to know the library with games, giveaways and free pizza at Late Night at The Library.
С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Alumni Tell a Tale of Success for TRIO Student Support Services
С»ÆƬÊÓƵ is celebrating another five years of federal funding for its TRIO Student Support Services program that helps propel first-generation college students, students from limited-income backgrounds and students with disabilities to academic success.
Movin’ on Up: Students Begin Arriving at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ for the 2025 Fall Semester
Filled-to-the-brim plastic totes, computers, desk lamps, excited students and harried parents – it’s the first day of move-in for С»ÆƬÊÓƵ’s 2025 Fall Semester. The annual arrival of students to their residence halls began on Wednesday, Aug. 13, on the Kent Campus.
‘I’m Looking Forward to It; Crossing the Stage as a Graduate, Instead of as a Planner'
After planning and supporting hundreds of ceremonies and events at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ, Lisa O'Connell, director of University Events and Protocol, got a graduate's-eye-view of summer commencement ceremonies as she walked the stage to receive her graduate degree as part of С»ÆƬÊÓƵ's Class of 2025.
IN A FLASH: Chasing Darwin
This summer, a group of С»ÆƬÊÓƵ students enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime education-abroad experience in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
Christian Siriano: ‘С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Interns Are Always Amazing’
Acclaimed New York fashion designer Christian Siriano told С»ÆƬÊÓƵ School of Fashion students to practice their craft with dedication, accept criticism and learn from it, but to remember that they will never please everyone.