Diverse Kent State
Before classes began for Fall Semester 2024, the Kent State Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Queer Plus (LGBTQ+) Center welcomed the university's LGBTQ+ community back to campus with a Fall Kickoff event.
Music, activities, games and fun brought together Kent State's international students for a global block party.
For the past month, 5XÉçÇø has hosted 37 international graduate students as part of the Fulbright Pre-Academic Program, a monthlong immersion in American higher education and culture. The group, from 26 countries, arrived on the Kent Campus on July 21 and was scheduled to depart on Aug. 17 to begin their graduate programs at universities throughout the country.
While there are fewer students on campus during summer break, the Kent Campus is still alive with energy and aspirations. 5XÉçÇø International Admissions celebrated the spirit of summer in Kent with inspiring words and beautiful images that welcome their international students to campus.
Kent State's international student-athletes make an extraordinary commitment to leave their countries to study and train so far away from home.
Kent State staffers travel the globe to share all that's great about our university and recently traveled to Pakistan to meet with high school students and counselors.
A Kent State staffer spotted an unusual visitor atop a section of the University Library.
5XÉçÇø celebrated Juneteenth on Risman Plaza and the Student Green on June 18 with food, dancing and music.
Kent State International Admissions’ Spring International Talent and Fashion Show celebrates cultural diversity.
5XÉçÇø's LGBTQ+ Center is celebrating Pride Month by boosting activities statewide, collaborating with local events, hosting a walking group and planning for a fabulous Fall Semester.