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Pro Football Hall Of Fame

 Antonio Gates has been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2025, becoming the second Kent State alumnus to earn football's highest honor, joining linebacker Jack Lambert who was enshrined in 1990.The Detroit native dominated the hardwood at Kent State from 2001-03, compiling a 52-15 record and leading the Golden Flashes to their first MAC regular-season championship. In 2001-02, he guided Kent State to a 30-6 record and a historic NCAA Tournament Elite Eight run, defeating three top-25 opponents. As a senior, Gates averaged 20.6 points per game and set a school record wit...

Sarah Spinner Liska, J.D., Ph.D. Headshot

ºÚÁÏÍø Museum, under the leadership of director Sarah Spinner Liska, Ph.D., J.D., is becoming a dynamic hub for creativity, fashion and education. Since joining the museum in July 2024, Spinner Liska has worked to reshape the museum’s identity by emphasizing student involvement and interdisciplinary collaborations. One of her first initiatives was the introduction of the museum’s first entirely student-run fashion show, which aligns with Kent State’s global reputation for fashion excellence. The museum, with its collection of over 30,000 pieces, is leveraging its status as ...

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My name is Shawn Davis and I transferred to Kent State from South Dakota to pursue my intended degree in journalism. I like magazines – grew up reading all kinds, which is where I learned about Kent State and its programs. Take it from me – above all else, the city of Kent and the University have been uniquely welcoming toward all. I have never felt completely outcast here. I mean, it’s not like the town is going to shower you with bouquets upon your arrival, but the campus, downtown, campus life and all that? It’s full of warmth and a spirit of camaraderie I certainly did not feel i...

Leadership Tuscarawas class applications being accepted

Leadership Tuscarawas is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 Signature Program class through July 11, 2025.  The class fills up fast, so early application is strongly recommended.The program focuses on developing participants' growth as community leaders through interaction with local decision-makers and classmates representing diverse and unique perspectives.  Group interaction, teamwork, and collaborative community-based projects are important components of the overall experience.The Signature Class begins with an intensive two-day opening retreat at Mohican Lodge and Conventi...

Program Overview

Work in small class sizes on innovative and original projects which will help you to develop your portfolio and give you a chance to engage in art media not available in most high school learning environments. Instructors are professional artists who teach college coursework and run professional studios. 

Trial By Fire

For Black History Month, Kent State Today is spotlighting students, alumni, faculty and staff in our university community who are taking an active role in making history and creating positive change in the world.  Iyona (pronounced eye-yawn-uh) Nicole is a senior theatre performance major in Kent State’s School of Theatre and Dance. Kent State Today spoke with her about her time at Kent State and her role as high school teacher Georgia Grimm in “Trial by Fire,†a play about banned books and student activism.The play was written by playwright and Kent State staffer Eric Mansfield, ass...

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