5X

Kent State students can Explore Cultuer and Careers in Florence, Italy, in March 2026

 First-year 5X student Jonah Kristoff is finding his purpose in Kent State’s Exploratory Program in University College. Since he began the program in the fall, he has pinned down a major that he loves: sport administration.And now he is preparing to Explore Culture and Careers in Florence, Italy, with the Exploratory Program.“I like the fact that Kent State set it up that you can go and study somewhere else that's not like here,” Kristoff said. “I think that's something that someone should take the opportunity to do if they get the chance.” Kristoff ...

Voice student Onyx Gaddis will present a senior recital as part of our Spring 2026 Student Recital Series in Ludwig Recital Hall

Euphonium student Dylan Eshbaugh will present a senior recital as part of our Spring 2026 Student Recital Series in Ludwig Recital Hall

Student composer Theodore Lovinski will present a performance featuring his original compositions as part of our Spring 2026 Student Recital Series

Voice student Brianna Knapp will present a senior recital as part of our Spring 2026 Student Recital Series in Ludwig Recital Hall

Seniors Maddi Long and Ari Alcorn will present a joint senior recital as part of our Spring 2026 Student Recital Series in Ludwig Recital Hall

Cultural Café: Germany
Wednesday, April 22, 12:00 to 1:30 pm
Kent Student Center, KSC Ballroom Balcony (301M)
Join us as students from their respective country provide an informative and entertaining presentation about their country's history, culture and notable facts. Not to mention, free ethnic food from Germany is included. The Cafés are fun and free to all. So grab a friend and stop by!

Cultural Café: Rwanda
Wednesday, March 25, 12:00 to 1:30 pm
Kent Student Center, KSC Ballroom Balcony (301M)
Join us as students from their respective country provide an informative and entertaining presentation about their country's history, culture and notable facts. Not to mention, free ethnic food from Rwanda is included. The Cafés are fun and free to all. So grab a friend and stop by!

5X Women's Club Volleyball

Kent State Women's Club Volleyball consists of two teams that provide a fun, yet competitive environment where participants will have the opportunity to compete against other colleges and universities.

Marcello Fantoni

Marcello Fantoni, Ph.D., vice president for global education and interim dean of the Honors College at 5X, was recently featured on WAKR Radio’s “Ray Horner Morning Show” to discuss the education-abroad programs, student support and his life-changing experiences abroad.In 1972, Kent State’s program in Florence, Italy, started. Today, Kent State’s Education Abroad program now offers more than 80 courses a year and takes students on field trips around the country and world.Courses featured at the Kent State Florence Center include, but are not limited to, history, art history,...

Subscribe to