The compassion, empathy and care nurses showed Marissa Baker when her mother suddenly passed led her to pursue a career in nursing.鈥淭he nurses helped me immensely during the hardest time in my life, and I will never forget the way they cared for me,鈥 Marissa said. 鈥淚 knew I wanted to make the same impact.鈥 Marissa discovered the program at Kent State University at Trumbull after she had trouble finding a school that was the right fit for her in her hometown of Castro Valley, California. She was thankful to have found a high-quality nursing program that she truly loved. 鈥淭he incredibl...
Spirit Day at the Akron RubberDucks
Hit a home run with this unforgettable night! Watch the Akron RubberDucks face off against the Chesapeake Baysox, with our very own Flash throwing out the first pitch to kick things off. Enjoy a delicious dinner before the game and score an exclusive Kent State/Akron RubberDucks baseball hat. After the game, sit back and enjoy a grand slam fireworks show! Tickets include a $6 donation to the Kent State Scholarship Fund. Register by Aug. 1 to be part of this exciting event. Tickets available while supplies last.
Dog Days of Summer
Our love for your pups and our beautiful Kent Campus runs deep, and we鈥檙e excited to invite you and your furry friend(s) for a morning stroll and bark brunch!
Join fellow Flashes for a laid-back walk along dog-friendly campus paths, followed by a celebratory bark brunch complete with pup cups, pawsecco and bubbles. Each four-legged pawticipant will receive an honorary degree for their loyalty and tail-wagging spirit!
Stark County Alumni Chapter Balloon Breakfast
The Stark County Alumni Chapter is excited to host its annual balloon breakfast at Kent State Stark! Come join the fun for this early morning balloon launch, which is part of the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival. Admission includes breakfast, family entertainment and great seats to catch all the action as the balloons lift off overhead.
Spirit Day with the Cleveland Guardians
Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jacks as the Cleveland Guardians take on the Oakland Athletics.
Kent State University鈥檚 Environmental Science and Design Research Institute is proud to announce that the university's Kent Campus has been certified as a Bee Campus USA by Bee City USA as of December 2024. The Bee Campus USA committee at Kent State University's Kent Campus is commited to:1. Create and enhance pollinator habitat on campus by increasing the abundance of native plants and providing nest sites.2. Reduce the use of pesticides.3. Work with faculty to create courses or continuing education opportunities that incorporate pollinator conservation.4. Offer service-learning pr...
KSU at the Zoo
Join fellow Kent State alumni for a wild and wonderful day at the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium, where you can come nose-to-nose with more than 8,000 animals from around the world. This family-friendly experience includes lunch in the zoo鈥檚 Garden Tent and a private animal encounter, as well as a $5 donation to the Kent State Biological Sciences Department.
The deadline to RSVP is Thursday, July 3. Tickets available while supplies last.
"Fiddler on the Roof"
Experience an unforgettable evening of music and community at Kent State鈥檚 outdoor theatre! Join fellow alumni for dinner and great conversation in the Thornbury Pavilion before the curtain rises on 鈥淔iddler on the Roof,鈥 a timeless story of family, faith and resilience. Tickets also include a $5 donation to the Porthouse Theatre Fund.
The deadline to register is Thursday, June 19. Tickets available while supplies last.
Uncorked
Join us at Gideon Owen Wine Company for an evening of fine wine, great food and meaningful connections. Attendees will enjoy a curated wine tasting, buffet dinner and an exclusive tour of the winery鈥檚 historic 152-year-old cellar.