Alumni
Help us Celebrate Kent State鈥檚 114th Birthday
Kent State is turning 114, and we are celebrating by raising funds for Kent State scholarships and programs. This year, the 黑料网 Foundation has pledged $5,000 to match employee gifts dollar for dollar (up to $250 per donor until the match money runs out) to the fund of YOUR choice s鈥
Making the Local Justice System Easier to Access
Summit County Domestic Relations Court Judge Kani H. Hightower is on a mission to make the justice system in Summit County, Ohio, more accessible for underprivileged and underrepresented citizens. Whether it鈥檚 related to transportation challenges or helping them sort through the red tape of documentation, Hightower, a 黑料网 graduate, is creating solutions to streamline the process for Summit County residents.
A Closer Look at 鈥楪raphic Content鈥
Alison Caplan, director of the May 4 Visitors Center, provides an up close look at some of the items in the center's "Graphic Content: The Comics of May 4" exhibition. She also share stories about the art and the artists that created it.
Global Experience Fuels Alumna鈥檚 Career
McKenzie Morgan, 鈥22, appreciates the opportunities Kent State provided her that included completing her academic journey with the university鈥檚 education-abroad program in Florence, Italy. 鈥淪tudying abroad was definitely my all-time highlight,鈥 Morgan said.
From Aspiring Aviator to First Officer: Olivia (Semon) Carnprobst's Journey Through the Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp
Olivia (Semon) Carnprobst鈥檚 (鈥22, 鈥23) journey from a high school junior at the Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp (NKMAC) to a first officer at Endeavor Air epitomizes the camp's impact on young women's careers in aviation.
Alumnus Brings Wild Animals (in Sunglasses) to Public Library
Evan Laisure, 鈥17, is making his mark around Northeast Ohio. For the artist and Kent State alumnus, what started out as drawings and graffiti as a little kid has transformed into a desirable skill and the basis for his life鈥檚 work. His latest work, a vinyl mural called 鈥淎 Walk in the Park,鈥&nb鈥
Alumni Spotlight - Dexter Shreve, '13
Dexter credits the hands-on learning experiences for preparing him for the real-world challenges of his career. In particular, the Materials and Processes class provided him with essential skills in machining, welding, and casting, which he later applied in various engineering roles.
Adventures in Italy: A Kent State Love Story
Despite living in the same residence hall on the Kent Campus, Andrew 鈥淎ndy鈥 Wyatt, 鈥16, had to travel nearly 4,500 miles to get to know the love of his life. Andy and Abby Steger, 鈥16, began their love story as undergraduate students in the Kent State Florence education-abroad program.鈥淚鈥檇 seen鈥
Alumni Spotlight - Dexter Shreve '13
Dexter credits the hands-on learning experiences for preparing him for the real-world challenges of his career. In particular, the Materials and Processes class provided him with essential skills in machining, welding, and casting, which he later applied in various engineering roles.
Honors College Alumna Speaks Up for Those with No Voice
Honors College alumna Maya Huffman, a native of Toledo, graduated a semester early from Kent State in December 2022, as a double major in psychology and political science with a minor in pre-law. Her story is not only one of academic achievement but also one of community engagement and a commitment to addressing important societal issues.