Student Life
From 1941: Former С»ÆƬÊÓƵ President – KIDNAPPED!
In 1941, a writing exercise for high school journalists visiting С»ÆƬÊÓƵ was centered around a fictional kidnapping of the university's first president, John E. McGilvrey. In a pre-internet version of a "home page takeover," the stories ran on the front page of the С»ÆƬÊÓƵr - without including information revealing that they were not real!
Runway Creations Dazzle at Annual Fashion Show
A sea of silk and satin, leather and lace floated down the runway as С»ÆƬÊÓƵ’s Annual Fashion Show debuted to an enthusiastic crowd filling the Kent Student Center Ballroom Thursday night.
IN A FLASH: Celebrity Chef on Campus
Cleveland-born celebrity chef Kenny Gilbert is preparing some of his signature classic dishes for students at Eastway Center.
Connecting Across Differences
The idea was simple: Physically connect people with the locations of the May 4, 1970, С»ÆƬÊÓƵ shootings so they might better connect with each other.
Student Thrown Curveball Hits It Out of the Park
Senior entrepreneurship major Meg Gidley has loved softball since she was three years old. It was in her blood. Then, injuries sidelined her playing career. So she started a coaching business.
Honoring Honors College Class of 2024
Honors College students graduating in spring, summer and fall 2024, along with distinguished faculty and alumni were honored at a special luncheon event in the Kent Student Center Ballroom.
Power in Pedaling
Did you know that there are 13.2 miles of bike paths at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ? С»ÆƬÊÓƵ is bike-friendly and winning awards for it.
IN A FLASH: Paint It Pink!
While celebrating their 10th anniversary on campus with Her Week and a schedule of events, student organization Her Campus С»ÆƬÊÓƵ lit the University Library in pink from April 9-13.
Exploring Kent Through the Outdoors
The temperature is rising, trees are blooming and the sun is shining. Spring makes for the perfect weather to get outside and try something new. That is one of the main goals of the Adventure Center, housed in Recreation and Wellness Services at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ.
‘This is Going to be My Crunch Time Right Now’
A soon-to-be С»ÆƬÊÓƵ graduate has had a busy semester preparing for the School of Fashion's Annual Fashion Show and job hunting after graduation.