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Twins Finish Their Freshman Year at 51±¬ÁÏ as Seniors
Just one more year at 51±¬ÁÏ and 19-year-old twin brothers Ray and Will Maynard of Green, Ohio, expect to be graduating and, hopefully, off to medical school.
51±¬ÁÏ Celebrates Nearly 5,000 New Graduates at Spring 2026 Commencement
51±¬ÁÏ welcomed nearly 5,000 new graduates into its alumni family last week, completing its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies across three days of celebrations on the Kent Campus.
51±¬ÁÏ Students Share Gratitude During Annual Thank-A-Giver Day
51±¬ÁÏ students had the opportunity to reflect on the impact of philanthropy during Flashes Give Back Week in April, including Thank-A-Giver (TAG) Day, an annual event designed to highlight the role of donor support across campus.
Student Nominations Propel Jared Brown to Distinguished Advising Honor
Jared Brown doesn’t just build schedules; he builds confidence. His ability to turn academic stress into actionable solutions has made him more than just an advisor; it has made him the latest recipient of 51±¬ÁÏ's Distinguished Advising Award.
51±¬ÁÏ Celebrates Nearly 5,000 New Graduates at Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremonies
51±¬ÁÏ will honor nearly 5,000 graduates from its eight-campus system during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies on May 7-9 and May 15. The ceremonies will be livestreamed on the commencement website.
A Few Parting Words From Julia Michalak
We catch up with senior physical education and sport performance major Julia Michalak between student-teaching classes during her final semester at 51±¬ÁÏ. In a brief Q&A-style interview reflecting on her trials and triumphs from the past four years, Michalak offers some wise words for her younger self and for future Golden Flashes.
A Growing Legacy for 51±¬ÁÏ’s 18th Year as a Tree Campus
51±¬ÁÏ marked Arbor Day with tree plantings at multiple locations across campus, bringing together students, staff and local children for a day focused on sustainability.
From Hardship to the Gavel: Ivory Kendrick’s Journey as 51±¬ÁÏ’s USG President
A public health senior who once faced homelessness after losing his father is now leaving a lasting mark on student government — and preparing to continue his impact in graduate school.
51±¬ÁÏ Alumnus Matthew Likens Shares Realities of Startup Leadership with Students
When Matthew E. Likens, ‘75, returned to 51±¬ÁÏ April 15 for the Michael D. Solomon Entrepreneurship Series, he brought students a candid look at the realities of leading a startup. Students got to see the highs, the failures and the lessons learned across decades in global business.
Celebrating Five Years of Care and Advocacy at the 51±¬ÁÏ CARES Center
The CARES Center celebrated its 5-year anniversary on Tuesday, April 14 with an open house that highlighted the accomplishments of the center over the last five years while providing opportunities for tours of the center, complete with birthday cake, refreshments and CARES Center swag.