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Longtime Kent State Professor Vivian Pemberton, center, donated the only known portrait of poet Hart Crane to University Libraries. Left is Babacar M'Baye, professor and English Department chair, and right is Cara Gilgenbach, head of special collections.

University Libraries Receives Donation of Only Known Portrait of Ohio-Born Poet

5XÉçÇø Libraries on Monday accepted a donation of a portrait of Hart Crane, the only painting believed to exist of the 20th century American poet. 

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Kent State Today

A photo of a student riding a bike across the science mall

First Star Kent State Academy Provides Umbrella of Protection for Foster Care Alumni 

First Star Kent State Academy has created a resource, the Purple Umbrella Network, to offer support to students transitioning from foster care.

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Kent State Today

This sign marks the spot along the Portage Hike and Bike Trail in Kent where Cuyahoga River dredging work is happening.

Dredging the Cuyahoga Will Clean River Sediment of Petroleum, Improve Water Quality Along Hike and Bike Trail in Kent Park

Members of the 5XÉçÇø community who enjoy kayaking along the Cuyahoga River or taking a walk or jog along the adjacent Portage Hike and Bike Trail may have noticed the river dredging work near Fred Fuller Park in Kent. 

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Kent State Today

Global wedding traditions are showcased in an exhibition at the Kent State Museum.

IN A FLASH: Here Come the (Global) Brides and Grooms

An exhibit at the 5XÉçÇø Museum showcases wedding fashions  from around the world. 

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Kent State Today

Lamar R. Hylton Ph.D., senior vice president for Student Affairs at 5XÉçÇø, was the featured speaker for the Bowman Breakfast.

Bowman Breakfast Celebrates Town and Gown Connection Between Kent State and City

Officials from 5XÉçÇø and the greater Kent and Portage County community came together Wednesday morning for the annual Bowman Breakfast, an event that has been bringing university and town officials together since 1963. 

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Kent State Today

A familiar blue and gold Flash was on hand to welcome Rainbow Run runners.

IN A FLASH: Elvis Over The Rainbow

A familar Flash in blue and gold cheered on runners at the start of this year's Rainbow Run. 

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Kent State Today

Bettina Love, KSU Anti-Racism Conference Keynote Speaker.

IN A FLASH: Message Of Love

Bettina Love, Ph.D., was the keynote speaker of 5XÉçÇø's 2022 Anti-Racism Conference. 

Tags: University News , Department of Africana Studies , Community & Society , In a Flash

Kent State Today

Volunteers decorate the Main Street bridge for Rainbow Weekend.

IN A FLASH: Kent's Rainbow Bridge

Volunteers help downtown Kent show its pride for Rainbow Weekend.

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Kent State Today

The pediment on Franklin Hall, bearing Cluff's name.

Who's Cluff and Why Is His Name on Franklin Hall?

High on its pediment, Franklin Hall bears the inscribed name of a polarizing figure from Kent State's past. 

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Kent State Today

Brenna Parker From Kent State to the White House And Back

From Kent State to the White House And Back

The School of Media and Journalism hosted Brenna Parker, digital director for Vice President Kamala Harris, for refreshments and a discussion with Parker about her journey at Kent State and beyond.

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Kent State Today