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Lab Student reaching in case

Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University’s Division of Research and Economic Development recently hosted its quarterly Town Hall and offered a bright prediction for the future of the university’s R1 status as a top research university.

Trevor Martin and LWV Trailer

A Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ alumnus who has been visiting Ohio colleges and universities in a pre-election tour by the League of Women Voters of Ohio says he's excited to see that student voters are interested and engaged in the election process. 

League of Women Voters Table at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Votes Festival

As part of Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Votes initiative, Flashes across campus are stepping up to help make sure that students are registered to vote, well informed and motivated to cast their ballots in November. 

Hispanic Heritage Month Voices & Rhythms Discussion

Every year, mid-September to mid-October marks Hispanic Heritage Month. Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University collaborations commemorate the month-long celebration and Hispanic culture, kicking off the celebration was "Voices & Rhythms: A Night of Discussion and Dance."

Legacy Project Students

Students in Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s Long Term Care Administration program met with local senior citizens to create a book that shared their life stories. 

AI-Generated image of a young woman entering a polling location

Students across campus anticipate voting for the first time in a presidential election, prompting a mix of feelings ranging from excitement to anxiety.

Fourth Annual Read-In 2024

Think about a time you finished reading a book that provided a new meaning and connection to you. Now imagine that book that changed and shaped a part of you being banned, unavailable to new readers. The Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University community joined for the fourth annual open mic night Read-In to discuss banning and challenging books.

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Ariane Robinson - 2024 Homecoming Queen

Homecoming Weekend at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ came with a full schedule of events including a parade, alumni activities, a tailgate and a football game at Dix Stadium.

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Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Athletics Logo on Main Street

All around campus - and on the streets of Kent -  there are signs that it's almost time for Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ to erupt in a Blue and Gold celebration for Homecoming Weekend. 

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Call for Photos -Squirrel

"IN A FLASH" offers unique views of Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University through the lenses of storytellers across campus. IN A FLASH invites anyone to share their Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹-related photos at InAFlash@kent.edu.