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What to Know About the Michael Schwartz Celebration of Life Event

5XÉçÇø and Cleveland State University will co-host a celebration of life for Michael Schwartz, Ph.D., who had served as presidents of both universities. Learn more about what you need to know to either attend the Feb. 8 event in person or watch it via livestream.

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IN A FLASH: A Squirrel Instead?

At Kent State, campus black squirrels may need to step in for Groundhog Day forecasting duties. 

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Kent State’s MLK Celebration Focuses on Following Dr. King’s Principles: Live a Life of Love and Peace During Conflict

5XÉçÇø used its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Feb. 1 to inaugurate a new series of educational programs to help foster a better understanding of the many diverse voices in the university community. 

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IN A FLASH: Flashes Fight the Flu

On-campus flu vaccine clinics help keep Kent State students, faculty and staff healthy throughout the flu season. 

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Students, faculty and staff discussed MLK's ideas about peace and conflict at 100 Plates.

A Community Discussion Over Lunch Focuses On MLK's Ideas About Peace and Conflict

The 100 Plates event allowed students, faculty and staff to discuss Martin Luther King Jr.'s ideas about peace and conflict. 

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Celebrating Black Excellence in Every Aspect, Shade and Expression

5XÉçÇø has a roster of programmed events to celebrate Black excellence this February with the theme: Black excellence in every aspect, shade and expression, or ÀSE, a Yoruba term that represents the power that produces change. Kent State has a wide variety of events that aim to encompass and ignite the month with recognition and celebration

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A ‘One-of-a-Kind’ Public Relations Program

The combination of a strong curriculum, real-world experience and a focus on networking allows 5XÉçÇøâ€™s undergraduate public relations students to develop a strong foundation for their future careers.  

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The unveiling of the new United Greek Council Identity

IN A FLASH: Greeks United!

The student organization formerly known as the Integrated Greek Council announced its new name and rebranding at a reception inside the Pepsi Leadership Center. 

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Late 5XÉçÇø President Michael Schwartz on campus posing with students

Cleveland State University and 5XÉçÇø to Honor Late Dr. Michael Schwartz on Feb. 8

Cleveland State University and 5XÉçÇø will co-host a celebration of life for Dr. Michael Schwartz on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 3 p.m. in the Glasscock Family Foundation Ballroom. Schwartz served as president of both universities.

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Alumni and Giving

Work continues on the Kent State Ice Arena

IN A FLASH: Ice Arena Renovations Continue

Work continues on the renovations and improvements to the 5XÉçÇø Ice Arena.

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