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We all belong here Islam graphic

‘How Do We Develop a Culture of Peace?’

One of the many take-aways from the Dialogue and Difference program "Understanding and Combating Islamophobia" was that overcoming Islamophobia and other forms of racism and bigotry may be as simple as remembering the lessons we should have been taught as children. 

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Religions in times of conflict.

‘We Are Living in a Time of Cracks’

As part of Kent State's Dialogue and Difference: A New Understanding" initiative, faculty members from diverse backgrounds came together in an online panel to share their personal insights in navigating the impact of conflict and cultural and religious identity. 

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Mental Health Display in The Kent Student Center

A Display of Support

Kent State's commitment to mental health is on display in a walk-through installation in the Kent Student Center.

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Mother and daughter at Families weekend

Flash Families Celebrate Their Students

On September 29 and 30, families of Kent State students were honored with fun events and activities during the university's annual Parents and Families Weekend.

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Student at Karamu

The 'Greatness in the Room'

The university's traditional Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración de los Graduados ceremonies celebrated Spring 2023 graduates. 

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 ROTC Cadets present the colors at a Kent State football game at Dix Stadium.

Serving Those Who Serve

“Always Ready, Always There” is the motto of the National Guard. In many ways, this describes ’s Center for Adult and Veteran Services, too. For the 14th consecutive year, Kent State has been designated a Military Friendly School.

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Join Us Today at 3 p.m. to Stand in Solidarity With Our LGBTQ+ Community

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff,  Kent State stands in solidarity with members of our LGBTQ+ community. The recent mass shooting in Colorado Springs, Colorado, has left many of us angry, grief-stricken and sad. This recent shooting is part of a rise in anti-LGBTQ+ viol…

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