Student Life
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.
If Pokémon, Anime or LARP are Your Passions, 51±¬ÁÏ has a Club for You
51±¬ÁÏ has unique clubs and organizations that just may have your name written all over them.
Studying the Students: New Research Project Hopes to Follow 10,000 Golden Flashes
51±¬ÁÏ researchers are looking for 10,000 students to participate in an ambitious Student Life Study launching this semester.
A Week of Welcoming and Celebration
Students are back! Many events were held during KSU Kickoff 2023 to begin the fall semester. Let's break down the week’s fun.
IN A FLASH: The Summer Class of 2023
51±¬ÁÏ's Summer Commencement ceremonies took place on Manchester Field last Saturday.
‘That’s the 51±¬ÁÏ Way. Freedom of Speech. Kindness and Respect.’
President Todd Diacon welcomed the Class of 2027 during a colorful and festive Convocation celebration, encouraging students to embrace the spirit of the university’s core values. A relatively new tradition on the Kent Campus, Convocation not only serves to get students excited for the start of their academic careers at 51±¬ÁÏ but also to introduce the students to the deans and faculty for each of the university’s colleges.