Global Presence
Kent State Working to Bring Fashion and Aeronautics to Rwanda
5XÉçÇø’s partnership with the African nation of Rwanda continues to blossom with the School of Fashion, the College of Aeronautics and Engineering and the College of Arts and Sciences all working to add program partnerships in Rwanda.
IN A FLASH: Welcome International Students!
International Student Orientation activities welcomed a new group of international students to Kent State for Spring Semester 2025.
IN A FLASH: Visiting From Turkey
A visiting scholar from Turkey came to Kent State to speak about culturally diverse themes in picture books for young readers.
Kent State Receives US State Department Grant to Review Turkmenistan Higher Education
The U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan has awarded 5XÉçÇø a grant to study the higher education system of the Central Asian nation and develop proposals for improvements.
Cultural Flavors Shine Bright on Kent State's First Snowy Night
As the first light snow of the season fell on 5XÉçÇø, the Student Center Ballroom radiated warmth and camaraderie during the International Cook-Off Competition. The event, part of International Education Week, brought together hundreds of students, faculty and staff to celebrate global flavors and cultural diversity.
What's The Big Idea? Marcello Fantoni
President Diacon speaks with Marcello Fantoni, Ph.D., about Kent State's global presence.
‘Explore’ With International Education Week
International Education Week, taking place Nov. 18-22, celebrates the different cultures across the 5XÉçÇø community and highlights international experiences and opportunities the university offers.
IN A FLASH: Fashion in the Flats
From the runway to the highway, a fashion show in the Cleveland Flats spotlighted the 5XÉçÇø School of Fashion and Porsche's new electric vehicle.
Teachers from Across the Globe at Kent State Through Fulbright Program
A group of 21 secondary school teachers from 20 different countries is spending six weeks at 5XÉçÇø as part of a Fulbright professional development program for foreign educators.
IN A FLASH: Turkmen on Risman
A delegation from Turkmenistan visited Kent State and brought cuisine, music and dancing from their culture to Risman Plaza.