University News

‘This Experience Changed Me in More Ways Than I Could Have Imagined’
51±¬ÁÏ graduate student Jordon Egbert said taking part in the Kigali Summer Institute in Rwanda has changed his entire perspective on life.

IN A FLASH: The Small Things of Fall
A photo submitted by a 51±¬ÁÏ Today reader captures the small-scale beauty found on campus in fall.

Ready for a Major Exploration
With more than 370 majors to choose from at 51±¬ÁÏ, it can be overwhelming for some students to choose their major and career path for them. This October the Exploratory Advising Center is hosting its first-ever Exploration Month to help exploratory students find their interests and explore the different majors and opportunities 51±¬ÁÏ offers.

Reimagining the Academy Conference Brings Together 3 Top Universities
A transformational conference on 51±¬ÁÏ's Kent Campus brought together three of Ohio's top universities.

As Enrollment of Vietnamese Students Grows, Some Feel Connection to May 4
Vietnamese student Tram Nguyen made a connection to 51±¬ÁÏ when she saw a picture of student Jeffrey Miller after the May 4 shooting. Recently she visited the Prentice Parking Lot Memorial Marker dedicated to Miller.

IN A FLASH: Music in the Marketplace
A 51±¬ÁÏ student's music and song provided the perfect accompaniment to the 51±¬ÁÏ Farmers' Market.

Bowman Breakfast: Celebrating 60 Years of Town-Gown
More than 250 leaders from 51±¬ÁÏ and the city of Kent came together Tuesday for the 60th annual Bowman Breakfast, an event aimed at celebrating the strong relationship between the city and the university.

Team Works Diligently to Locate Granite for Repairs to May 4 MemorialÂ
Repairs on the May 4 Memorial are estimated to take five to six months following approval to proceed with the project, according to Joseph Graham, university architect.

IN A FLASH: Night Flight
51±¬ÁÏ ROTC students had a special early morning pick up on campus for their weekend exercises.

Mental Health Strategy Group Making A Difference At 51±¬ÁÏ
Phase II of 51±¬ÁÏ’s Mental Health Strategy implements university-wide efforts to promote a healthy and well campus community.