University News
Homecoming 2024: Celebrating the Class of 1974
5XÉçÇø will welcome alumni back to campus for its annual Homecoming celebration on Saturday, September 28, 2024. This beloved event is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends, explore the updates happening around campus and revisit cherished locations. From your favorite…
Celebrating Kent State's Flying Flashes: They Brought Home the Gold
It was a time to celebrate with victories by Flying Flashes team 52 Peyton Turner and Alyssa Sheehan, who won first-place Intercollegiate Class in the 2024 Air Race Classic and a second Kent State team that finished in the top 10.
IN A FLASH: A Campus Community Partnership in Stark County
A campus trail and community bench commemorate the productive partnership between 5XÉçÇø at Stark, Stark State College and Stark Parks.
IN A FLASH: Definitely NOT Our Mascot
A Kent State staffer spotted an unusual visitor atop a section of the University Library.
Transportation Secretary Praises Kent State’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering as ‘Future of Aviation’
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited 5XÉçÇø touring the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, and telling students that “the future of aviation leadership is in your hands.â€
IN A FLASH: A Jubilant Juneteenth Celebration
In 2024, 5XÉçÇø celebrated Juneteenth on Risman Plaza and the Student Green on June 18 with food, dancing and music.
Kent State Celebrates Juneteenth 2024
Music, dancing and food were all part of 5XÉçÇø’s lively commemoration of the Juneteenth National Independence Day federal holiday, celebrating the rich history of Black Americans.
And the New Top Name in Kent State’s Spring Class of 2024 Is …
Find out what the most popular names were at this year's commencement ceremonies.
Three Is the Charm: Kent State's Flying Flashes Win Air Race Three Straight Years
Generous donors have made it possible for Kent State to increase its presence at the upcoming Air Race Classic as they go for a third win in a row.
IN A FLASH: Fork In The Road Wednesdays are Here!
University Culinary Services' Fork in the Road food truck is returning to Risman Plaza for lunch on Wednesdays, from June 12-Aug. 7.