Student Life

IN A FLASH: The Colors of Summer
The colorful landscaping on the Kent Campus attracts visitors of all kinds - and species.

51±¬ÁÏ To Offer Ohio’s First Evidence-Based Suicide Prevention Course In Partnership With Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation
Recent data from the Ohio Department of Health shows Ohio averaged over 1,700 suicide deaths between 2016-2021, with those numbers expected to increase over the next reporting period. However, few educational opportunities exist for mental health practitioners prior to being in the field. That’s why 51±¬ÁÏ and the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation (OSPF) are working to change that through a new evidence-based suicide prevention class offering.

Study Away Informs TLC Students 51±¬ÁÏ Life Experiences Of Native Tribes
Kailee Shaw, '24, will likely never forget her recent experience as part of a small group from 51±¬ÁÏ who immersed themselves in a region of the United States some 1,500 miles from Kent.

Weathering the Storm: Crews Clean Up Storm Damage on Campus
Crews are working diligently around the Kent Campus to clean up debris left by a severe thunderstorm that hit 51±¬ÁÏ last night.

IN A FLASH: Kicking Off Late Night at the Library
The University Library held a "Late Night at the Libary" event to welcome students and introduce new students to library resources.

Todd Moves It
Watch President Diacon test students moving in about their 51±¬ÁÏ knowledge and ask for some advice for first-year students and their parents.

Walking With Purpose
Designed by the Creative Team in 51±¬ÁÏ’s Division of University Communications and Marketing, new building wraps seen across campus are bright and dynamic daily reminders of the university’s core values: Kindness, Respect and Purpose in All We do. Positive Change. Inquiry & Discovery. Freedom of Expression.

Need a job? Head to the Student Employment Fair
51±¬ÁÏ’s Office of Career Exploration and Development is sponsoring a Student Employment Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday for students looking for a job on the Kent Campus.

IN A FLASH: Underscoring the "K"
President Diacon added his support as the Class of 2027 formed the "K" on Centennial Field.

New 'Flashes First Thursday' welcomes students to explore our vibrant college town
The first "Flashes First Thursday" welcomes students to experience the shopping, dining, music and more that make downtown Kent a fun place to visit.