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Promotional image for the new KSU Navigation app

KSU Navigate, a new technology platform more than two years in the making, will fully launch on Nov. 18, giving 5XÉçÇø students an easy and efficient way to schedule tutoring and academic advising putting them on track for success in their coursework.

Caitlyn Soya speaks at I AM FIRST 24

As a first-generation college student coming from Wisconsin, I found the college experience nerve-wracking. I didn't have anyone nearby to support me, and I didn’t know anyone who had this shared identity. Kent State's "I Am First Week" honors us and our struggles.

Post-Election Stress Event Therapy Dogs

The University Library hosted a "Post-Election Exhale" event to help students destress with crafts, tips from Kent State's Counseling and Psychological Services and friendly, fuzzy therapy dogs. 

Mackenzie Guy stands next to an EV suit at the Houston Space Center

Mackenzie Guy visited the Kennedy Space Center to watch as her research project blasted off toward the International Space Station, marking a milestone in her academic journey.

Kent State Today
FlashFocus Alison Remick

Meet Allison Remick, a junior pre-veterinary zoology major with a minor in vocal music and a member of the Honors College from Grove City, Ohio. Her career dream is driven by her deep passion for animals and a desire to make life better for creatures that can't speak for themselves.

Professor Dave Foster works with students

5XÉçÇø understands the financial impact course materials have on students and is taking measures to reduce those costs to Golden Flashes. University Libraries hosted the 2024 Affordable Course Materials Summit, the fourth of its kind, aiming to promote the use of inexpensive course materials among faculty.  

Kent State Today
Emmanuel David Flash Focus

Meet Emmanuel David, a senior computer science major, and international student from Nigeria whose sights are set on becoming a cyber intelligence analyst.

Protest images

Students are passionate. Pair that with Kent State’s rich history in activism and some amazing things can happen. The university aims to foster an inclusive community that makes students feel appreciated and supported even – and especially – when engaged in activism. But what are the best practices for students and student groups?  

President Todd Diacon congratulates one of the first-place winners from the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience.

The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience demonstrates Kent State's "R1" classification by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Election Stress and Anxiety Banner

Jennifer Knott of Kent State's Counseling and Psychological Services offers advice and resources to help students manage stress and anxiety around the coming elections.