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Carving Out His Path from Brazil to Broadway

For Brazilian student Rafael Bahls, being involved in the 51���� American Academy in Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil, has expanded his worldview in a multitude of ways.

Kent Blossom Music Festival Announces 2023 Season presented by the Kulas Foundation

The Kent Blossom Music Festival, an educational partnership between 51����, The Cleveland Orchestra and Blossom Music Center, returns for its 55^th season from July 2 through Aug. 6.

Visionary Training Resources Announces New Partnership with 51����

On June 6th, Visionary Training Resources (VTR) announced its new partnership with the College of Aeronautics and Engineering.

So many Emilys

Which first names were read most often during Spring 2023 commencements? 

Hollywood Comes to 51���� Florence

Acclaimed television producer and writer Don Reo is coming to 51���� Florence as a guest speaker and to and receive a lifetime achievement award. 

Planning for Smart Cities Starts with User Experience

For User Experience master's student Christina Turner, user experience starts with a person in front of a computer screen. "Everything's gotten so complicated online.... Everyone feels bad if they don't know how to do something on a computer. They really feel like they’ve dropped the ball. So I just do a lot more comforting people. Like, ‘you're not bad at this. This software is terrible. You're doing great.’”

Preparing Future Mental Health Professionals for the Realities of Child Trauma

New research methods and topics have emerged as society has taken a greater interest in mental health issues – specifically when it comes to cognitive psychology, which includes how we process music or how the brain cultivates motivation.

What Juneteenth Means to the 51���� Community

A recent survey on 51���� Today asked people in the 51���� community to share their feelings and memories about Juneteenth. 

Where There's A Will, There's A Way

Determined to become a Division I student-athlete, 51���� Women's Lacrosse goalie Taylor Monturo shares her triumph over t

IN A FLASH: It's DKS Time!

Each summer, thousands of new students and their parents experience life on campus during Destination 51���� (DKS) new student orientation. 

Join the Celebration at 51����’s Third Annual Juneteenth Jubilee 

Everyone is welcome to join the celebration as 51���� commemorates Juneteenth with its third annual Juneteenth Jubilee on Friday, June 16.

Flying Flashes Prepare to Defend 51����'s First Place Title at the Air Race Classic 

During the four-day Air Race Classic, 51���� alumna Laura Wilson and junior Peyton Turner will fly 2,400 miles and make nine timed flybys at airports in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Alabama and Florida before landing in Homestead, Florida.

Porthouse Theatre Offers Buy One, Get One Free Tickets to Opening Nights for 51���� Faculty and Staff

Porthouse Theatre is thrilled to announce a special Buy One, Get One Free offer for tickets for 51���� faculty and staff to the opening night performance of "The Prom" on Saturday, July 22, 2023.

Poetry and Science Meet at Creative Intersection

"Poetry and science are not opposites, they’re actually allies," said David Hassler, director of 51����’s Wick Poetry Center. 

Hassler paraphrases American poet Jane Hirshfield, who, in 2017, contacted him to collaborate on a Poets for Science project, which is now an interactive exhibit and writing invitation housed at the Wick Poetry Center on the Kent Campus. 

Commitment to Our Core Values

Dear 51���� Students, Faculty and Staff,

A Showcase of Style

Industry professionals, along with 51���� students, alumni and faculty attended the 2023 Portfolio Showcase at 51���� NYC Fashion 

Sister Act! Siblings Complete Journey to Doctoral Hooding

Sisterhood is a strong bond. For 51���� alumnae Brittany and Christina Watts, their sisterly love has been the cornerstone of their academic success, leading them to earn their doctoral degrees and graduate together this May.

How The Backspace Key Taught a Global Digital Leader to Learn, Correct and Move Forward 

After 27 years of travel and pivoting to various international endeavors, Sonia Karkare, a native of Mumbai, India, is now back at 51���� as an adjunct professor with the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship’s Executive MBA (Master of Business Administration) program. She is teaching diverse types of courses, including the Digital Transformation in Healthcare course.

IN A FLASH: STEM for K-9 Salem

51���� at Trumbull's STEM committee raised money to support the 51���� Police Department's K-9 program. 

Nursing Students Get Extra Dose of On-the-Job Training

Three 51���� College of Nursing students had an unexpected opportunity to come to the aid of a person who had fallen on a sidewalk while suffering a seizure. 

‘Being Here in Florence Means Touching History’

What first began in 1972 with a small group of 51���� architecture students and faculty traveling to Florence, Italy, for a few weeks has blossomed into one of the most prestigious education-abroad programs in the country.

What Does Juneteenth Mean to You?

From traditional celebrations to annual reflections, tell us what Juneteenth means to you.

Fifteen Years + Tenacity + Devotion to Family = Associate and Bachelor's Degrees

Timothy Johnson said 51���� advisors, who knew he had been working on his degree for 15 years, helped him coordinate his schedule so that he could take in-person classes — while working a full-time job — and still have time to spend with his children. He earned an associate degree in December 2022 and a bachelor's degree in May 2023.

Kent Police Seek Armed Robbery Suspect

Kent Police have arrested a man who robbed a local business May 27 leading to those on the Kent Campus being told to "shelter-in-place" for more than two hours.

A Fashion Student and a Fashion Icon

A 51���� fashion design student helped a prominent New York City designer create and debut his first bridal collection. 

Dump AM Radio in New Cars? Professor Says Don't Touch That Dial

51���� School of Media and Journalism Associate Professor Mitch McKenney explains why there is a critical need to maintain access to AM radio in cars.

From Voter Registration Volunteer to Presidential Management Fellow

Two-time 51���� alumnus Eli Kalil, who is finishing up his first year as a Presidential Management Fellow at Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, said his degrees prepared him well for the field of healthcare administration

51���� Celebrates Philanthropy Through Scholarships, Students Vote to Support Fellow Flashes in Need

In honor of 51����’s 113th birthday, 51���� launched its second annual Day of Giving May 19.

IN A FLASH: Bringing NEO Innovation to Brazil

A group of educators from Brazil spent two weeks at 51���� participating in workshops and field trips to area schools. 

Family Creates Scholarship in Son’s Memory

Timothy Mikes, ’17, MPH ’23, was a College of Public Health (CPH) graduate student committed to public health and a champion for the autistic community and students with learning disabilities. A new scholarship created by his family will support future CPH students.

Working in Kent to Bring Innovation to Students in Brazil

Educators from Brazil visited Northeast Ohio institutions for inspirations in innovative teaching. 

Jackson's Blast Sends Flashes to Winner's Bracket

Kyle Jackson hit a two-out three-run homer, capping a four-run eighth and giving the Golden Flashes a 6-4 comeback win over the Western Michigan Broncos in the opening game of the 2023 Mid-American Conference tournament.

President Diacon Honored at His Alma Mater

51���� President Todd Diacon returned to his alma mater, Wellington High School (WHS) in Wellington, Kansas, to be recogni

First 51���� Graduate to Complete the Propel Pilot Career Path Program Earns Delta Pilot Wings

William Kaib has become the first 51���� student to complete the

Despite the Dangers, Early Humans Risked Life-Threatening Flintknapping Injuries

For most, the craft known as flintknapping is a skilled hobby or art form that was thought to occasionally require bandages or stitches. However, new research suggests flintknapping is far more dangerous than previously understood.

Filling Critical Need for More Pilots

Brian Neff, assistant dean of flight and operations at 51����’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering, was recently featured on Spectrum News 1 Ohio with a 51���� aeronautics student, to shed light on the national pilot shortage and explain what 51���� is doing to help fix this shortage.