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IN A FLASH: With Care and Caring

������’s Nursing Simulation Labs use sophisticated manikins to help students learn to provide proper care – and caring – for patients of all ages. 

Take a Fresh Look at Kent State Student Organizations on Jan. 17

Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by Kent State’s Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university’s 350+ student organizations.

Bridging Communities: Kent State to Host 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference

When cities and universities work together, incredible things can happen. Like any good partnership, ������ and the city of Kent have spent years building and strengthening their relationship, and it has paid off. Kent State will host the 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference.

Helping Patients – and Students – Find Their Footing

Dr. Nick Campitelli, D.P.M., has been practicing podiatry in Fairlawn, Ohio, now for 20 years and has garnered a major following on TikTok and YouTube for sharing his expertise, leading to many happy patients. 

Student Spotlight: Evelyn Snyder

Meet Evelyn Snyder!

“I have always had a passion for fashion, whether it be drawing, sewing, writing or shopping!”

IN A FLASH: Back To Classes

Students braved a snow-covered campus and cold temperatures as classes began for Spring Semester 2025.

������ Museum to Feature Exhibition of World-Renowned Alumna Artist

The work of a well-known Cleveland textile artist who earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from ������ will be on display at the ������ Museum beginning Jan. 24.

‘We’ve Just Become More Efficient and Effective’

������ President Todd Diacon spoke Jan. 10 at a breakfast event hosted by the Greater Akron Chamber, where he highlighted the university’s ongoing commitment to accessibility, efficiency, student well-being and community partnership, reinforcing its role as a vital institution in the region.

IN A FLASH: A Snowy Welcome

Significant snowfall in the last few days has given campus an extreme makeover from the way it looked before winter break.

Attend January Events on Campus for a Chance to Win!

After winter break, ������’s Center for Student Involvement is welcoming students back to campus and on-campus events with a chance to win a Kent State tumbler. 

IN A FLASH: A Rich and Spectacular Performance Season

The Main Stage Season presented by ������'s School of Theatre and Dance is in the middle of a performance-packed season that includes "The Crucible," "Pride and Prejudice: The Musical," faculty dance concerts and "The Wiz."

Innovation in a Flash: Introduction to Engineering Hovercraft Challenge

On Friday, December 6th, students in Dr. Kelsen LaBerge’s Introduction to Engineering course demonstrated their Hovercraft projects.

From Clinicals to Canines

Training future service dogs has been a win-win situation for junior nursing major Rylie Lapikas. Featured in our Year with a Flash series for 2024-2025, Lapikas gets the stress relief of a furry friend while learning how to be a better nurse by paying attention to nonverbal communication and cues. 

Student Spotlight - Catherine Veranese Finds Flight Path to Success

For Catherine Veranese, a senior air traffic and airspace management student at ������, the path to becoming an aviation professional has been paved with hands-on experience, leadership opportunities and industry connections.

John and Fonda Elliot Receive Honorary Degrees for Their Extraordinary Contributions

On Saturday, Dec. 14, both John and Fonda received their Doctor of Humane Letters in recognition of their extraordinary contributions to the healthcare field and to Kent State.

IN A FLASH: Songs of the Season

The ������ Chorale set the tone for the season with their annual Holiday Choral Collage in late November. 

Student Success ‘My Greatest Joy’

Empathy, kindness and critical thinking are cornerstones of courses taught by Shannon Ciesla, Ph.D., who strives to foster a strong sense of community in her courses. Students have noticed and appreciated it, nominating her for the Outstanding Teaching Award.

IN A FLASH: Move-in Memories

Before students return to campus for Spring Semester, "In A Flash" takes a look back at Move-In Days last fall. 

IN A FLASH: Scenes from Fall Commencement

Members of the last cohort of Kent State's Class of 2024 walked the stage at Fall Commencement Ceremonies earlier this month. 

Kent State President Todd Diacon, Trustee Ren Camacho Named to Crain’s Cleveland Business Power 150 List

������ President Todd Diacon and University Trustee Ren Camacho have been recognized among Northeast Ohio’s most influential leaders in the 2024 “Power 150” list published by Crain’s Cleveland Business. 

IN A FLASH: A Rite of Passage

Presented by Kent State's E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center, Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados is a pre-commencement ceremony celebrating diversity and the accomplishments of graduating seniors. 

Kent State Closed Dec. 24-Jan. 1, University Offices Reopen Jan. 2

������ will be closed from Dec. 24, 2024, through Jan. 1, 2025. University offices will reopen on Jan. 2, 2025.

Innovation Takes Flight: CAE Students Win National Recognition

In a remarkable demonstration of innovation and environmental consciousness, three College of Aeronautics and Engineering students have claimed second place in the prestigious 2023-2024 Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) University Design Competition.

From Classroom to Community: Kent State Graduates Drive Change Through LGBTQ+ Research

Two ������ graduates who recently earned their Master of Public Health degrees spent the past two years as researchers on the first-of-its-kind Greater Cleveland LGBTQ+ Community Needs Assessment. 

IN A FLASH: Expressions of Belonging

"Belonging" was the theme of the Fall Faculty Concert presented by ������'s School of Theatre and Dance in the E. Turner Stump Theatre.

Governor Names Gregory White and Abygail Deemer to Kent State Board of Trustees

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed two new trustees to the ������ Board of Trustees. DeWine named Gregory White, J.D., of Concord Township, Ohio, to a nine-year term as trustee and Abygail Deemer of Warren, Ohio, to a two-year term as an undergraduate student trustee.

A Full Circle Moment for One Golden Flash

Fall 2024 graduate Cecelia Kirk is thankful to Kent State for all the resources and connections she made during her three years in the Fashion School program. 

IN A FLASH: Joyous Voices

Cartwright Hall was filled with the voices of the ������ Gospel Choir in a performance earlier this month. 

Video: ‘You've Got This’

In his Fall 2024 Commencement address, ������ President Todd Diacon delivered a heartfelt and memorable message to the graduating class, blending personal experience with words of encouragement that resonated deeply with the 2,500 new graduates.

Kent State Innovation Could Transform How We See Through Windows

In a groundbreaking advancement for augmented reality technology, ������ researchers have developed a novel dual-sided transparent display that could revolutionize how we interact with digital information in everyday environments.

Kinsman-Costello Gives Update on Ohio’s Wetland Restoration Efforts and the Impact on Lake Erie

IN A FLASH: Finals Week Stress Relief

Kent State Podcast ‘Legacy: May 4’ Receives Top Honors

������ is proud to announce that “Legacy: May 4,” a podcast hosted by Stephen Ward, vice president for university communications and marketing, was awarded both a Gold and the Top Tactic Award by the Greater Cleveland Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) at its recent Cleveland Rocks Awards ceremony.

Kent State Board of Trustees Ratifies 2024 University Remediation Report, Approves Naming Actions Within Crawford Hall

The ������ Board of Trustees endorsed the 2024 University Remediation Report at its Dec. 12 meeting. The report provides a comprehensive overview of student remediation at the university.

SURE Participant Hopes to Share Her Passion for Chemistry With International Community

Senior Rebecca Stratton hopes to meld her love of natural science and research to her desire to communicate her work to those around her. Becoming bilingual is a necessity she says because “a communication-focused approach to science is the only way science can be worthwhile.”

IN A FLASH: First Snow!

The first significant snowfall of the season blanketed Kent State's campuses last week.