Global Reach

Fire at Partner University in Brazil Disrupts Classes
A significant fire broke out at the Teatro Universitário (TUCA) of the PontifÃcia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR) in Curitiba, Brazil on April 15. 5XÉçÇø’s American Academy program operates on the PUCPR campus as part of the dual-enrollment partnership established between the two institutions in 2018.

Swiss Graduate Student Finds Her Digital Marketing Path at Kent State
For Lara Kilchenmann, the journey from Switzerland to 5XÉçÇø wasn't just about pursuing higher education — it was about returning to a place that felt like home.

Hemlines and Horizons: Senior Studies Fashion Across the Globe
Inspiration can come from anywhere, but traveling the world and experiencing different cultures seems to be the best source of creativity for Anne Louise Pesch Kruklis, a senior fashion design major from Curitiba, Brazil, exploring the world with the programs offered by 5XÉçÇø.

Fashion Major Taking Her Research to the International Stage
This March, senior fashion design and marketing major Rachel Stauffer will take her fashion research to the international stage.

Digging Deep Into the History at Manot Cave
For thousands of years, Manot Cave in Western Galilee, Israel, remained a silent witness to human history. Now, 5XÉçÇø’s Linda Spurlock, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Anthropology, and a team of international researchers are being recognized for bringing the secrets of Manot Cave to the surface.

Kent State Partners With Brazilian University for Autism Research Seminar
5XÉçÇø’s Neurodiversity Research Initiative has partnered with the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR), for a three-day seminar on autism research.

IN A FLASH: Rwandan Students say "Murakaza neza!"
All of the students from Rwanda who are currently attending Kent State came out to welcome Claudette Irere, the Rwandan Minster of State for Education when she came to Kent State to discuss adding additional program partnerships to her African nation.

IN A FLASH: Welcome International Students!
International Student Orientation activities welcomed a new group of international students to Kent State for Spring Semester 2025.

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: Visiting From Turkey
A visiting scholar from Turkey came to Kent State to speak about culturally diverse themes in picture books for young readers.