Alumni
'The Disease of Me': How a Kent State Ashtabula Grad Found Strength in Sharing His Story
When Michael Bugary '23 looks at his first published book, "The Disease of Me," he still feels a little surprised. “I was reading the final edit and thought, ‘Who wrote this?’” he said with a laugh.But behind that humor is a long road through sports injuries, cancer treatment, addiction, recov…
Kent State Grad Brings Olympic Coverage to Viewers Around the World
Practical experience – and hustle – took recent Kent State graduate Austin Monte from producing events on campus to bringing the world the 2026 Winter Olympics for NBC Sports.
Six Golden Flashes Make Crain’s Cleveland Business’ 20 in Their 20s List
Six talented Kent State alumni were among the changemakers recognized in Crain’s Cleveland Business’ 20 in Their 20s. These leaders excel in their careers, impact their community and carry their Golden Flash pride wherever they go.Congratulations to Aysia Kemp, ’20, Olivia Morrison, ’20, Jake Myers,…
Everything BUT the Wedding
Students in Kent State's Wedding and Special Events Protocol class worked with each other and with vendors to plan and coordinate all the elements of a (mock) rooftop wedding with a real, engaged couple at the Hotel and Conference Center.
IN A FLASH: Sharing Two Decades of Memories
Members of Kent State's Interior Design Class of 2005 reunited in October to share stories about what they've been doing during the past 20 years.
AMLCI Alumna Uses Liquid Crystal Experience to Improve Display Manufacturing
For Karla Gutierrez Cuevas, Ph.D. ’17, the start of her Kent State journey brought a mix of excitement and uncertainty. “When I got accepted, I was pregnant,” Karla recalled. “In Mexico, there’s the perception that being a mother and pursuing a demanding academic career don’t go hand in hand. …
I AM FIRST: Olivia Voyzey ’25
A lifelong love of planes and jets, paired with unwavering support from her parents to pursue her dreams, led Olivia Voyzey through a rigorous aerospace engineering degree at Kent State as a first-generation college student.
Golden Flashes Making Waves in the Cruise Industry
From altering costumes for cast members to performing center stage to working behind the scenes to create top-notch entertainment for guests, Kent State alumni are making a living cruising the seas, all while seeing the world. These Golden Flashes have had the opportunity to travel to Iceland, Norwa…
Eric Mansfield, MA ’12
Eric Mansfield, MA ’12, MFA ’26, transitioned from serving as an Army officer in Iraq to reporting as a broadcast journalist in Cleveland.
Kent State Honors 10 Alumni Award Recipients During Homecoming Weekend
recognizes alumni who are making a difference with its Alumni Awards. Sponsored by the Alumni Association, these awards are the university’s most prestigious alumni honors.