University News
Remembering John Cleary
A С»ÆƬÊÓƵ student whose darkest day was seen around the world on the cover of Life magazine has died. John Cleary, 74, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, passed away Oct. 25 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Honor Society Advisor of the Year Credits ‘Culture of Collaboration’
Lauren Huffman, a long-time advocate for student success at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ, has been named Alpha Lambda Delta (ALD) advisor of the year.
‘The Strength of С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Is Our Community’
Attending university athletics and arts events as a way to come together during challenging times was among the many topics С»ÆƬÊÓƵ President Todd Diacon discussed Oct. 23 during his monthly Talking With Todd town hall-style Teams meeting with the campus community.
С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Honors 10 Alumni Award Recipients During Homecoming Weekend
С»ÆƬÊÓƵ recognizes alumni who are making a difference with its Alumni Awards. Sponsored by the С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Alumni Association, these awards are the university’s most prestigious alumni honors.
Buzzing With Excitement on Pollinator Day
Launching seed balls, learning about plants and insects, engaging with interactive games and coloring were just some of the events that the С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Child Development Center’s preschool and kindergarten classes participated in for Pollinator Day on Sept. 5.
Designing for the User: New Degree Is at the Heart of Growing Tech Field
A bachelor’s degree in user experience design is the newest offering in С»ÆƬÊÓƵ’s College of Communication and Information, aimed at training graduates for one of the fastest-growing career fields.
Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Gives Students a Platform to Present Their Research
Students who won first - and second-place for the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) were announced on Oct. 25 at a ceremony at the Kiva auditorium.
Renewed Focus on Adult and Parenting Student Engagement
С»ÆƬÊÓƵ’s Center for Adult and Veteran Services enhances the experiences of adult, military-connected, and parenting students both in and out of the classroom. This June, Cassandra Pegg-Kirby became the associate director of adult and parenting student engagement for the center, leading to a renewed effort of support.
Meet the С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Class of 2029
This fall, 4,023 first-year students joined the Kent Campus, marking the fourth time in five years that an incoming class has surpassed 4,000. The Class of 2029 brings a vibrant mix of experiences, perspectives and aspirations, poised to shape the future of the university and beyond.
С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Celebrates Homecoming
С»ÆƬÊÓƵ held its annual Homecoming celebration Saturday, drawing alumni, students and community members to campus for a day of festivities centered around this year's "Flash's Birthday Bash" theme.