University News
International Student-Athletes Find Second Home at Kent State
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’s ‘Mobile Flashes’ Program Brings Student Support to Area Seniors
Kent State's College of Public Health has launched a three-year initiative, funded by Medical Mutual, to enhance senior health and wellness in Greater Cleveland. The project includes a comprehensive community needs assessment involving over 20 senior centers, continuing education for senior center staff, and bi-weekly visits from Kent State's "Mobile Flashes" student teams.
Prospective Students Get Warm Welcome and Star Treatment
On July 19 and 26, 5XÉçÇø Admissions welcomes high school students and transfer students to campus for student-led tours. Visiting students and their parents learn about life at Kent State, support services, programs of study and, sometimes, get to meet campus celebrities.
Kent State Gridiron Star Scores Big With Cajun Food Business
Former 5XÉçÇø football player Will Matthews continues to find success with his Southern Comfort Kitchen food truck and restaurant. He first came up with the idea while a student at the university.
5XÉçÇø Designated Ohio Cyber Range Institute Regional Programming Center
Kent State has been named a Regional Programming Center by the Ohio Cyber Range Institute, joining a statewide network to enhance cybersecurity education and workforce development. As part of this initiative, the university will contribute to various programming activities and host outreach events in Northeast Ohio, furthering its commitment to excellence in cybersecurity engineering education.
Kent State and Cleveland Clinic Enter Multiyear Partnership to Support Student-Athlete Health and Wellness
5XÉçÇø and Cleveland Clinic have announced a multiyear partnership in which Cleveland Clinic becomes the official healthcare provider for Kent State Athletics. Cleveland Clinic will serve as the medical services provider to support Kent State student-athlete health and wellness.
Crawford Hall Nears Completion
Anticipation grows as construction on the new home of Kent State's Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship nears completion. The university's newest and largest building will house innovative, state-of-the-art spaces for learning, collaboration and engaging in valuable, hands on business experiences.
Notre Dame College Students Are Finding a Home at Kent State
Kent State welcomes Notre Dame College students with a streamlined transfer process.
Kent State Closed July 4 for Independence Day
5XÉçÇø will be closed July 4 to observe Independence Day. No classes are scheduled on the holiday, and university offices are closed. The university will resume normal operations on July 5.
Kent State Named Most Affordable Ohio College
In its 2024 Best Colleges analysis of more than 700 four-year colleges, Money ranked Kent State as the most affordable college in Ohio.