University College
![The Provost Leadership Academy looks for ways to improve life at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University. The Provost Leadership Academy looks for ways to improve life at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/250127-Provost_Leadership_Academy_RD-00293.jpg?VersionId=pSf7F1ys8fzU224XBHasbeVKuPGJXiu4&itok=gF6v9ism)
Provost Leadership Academy Produces Ideas for Improving Life at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹
First-year students in the Provost Leadership Academy are asked to look at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ through a critical lens, with an eye toward how they would change or improve some aspect of university life. Here are some of the ideas being considered.
![Alex Newnes](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/241114-Alexandra-Newnes_RD-00031%20%281%29.jpg?VersionId=WikiTixrMg8dPAAdlra4PnRIqdel4I4F&itok=ITlPeBes)
First-Year Student Finds Her Path Through Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s Exploratory Program
When Alex Newnes arrived at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University this fall, she wasn't sure what career path she wanted to pursue. But unlike many undecided students, Newnes saw this uncertainty not as a drawback, but as an opportunity – one that led her specifically to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s Exploratory program.
![I AM FIRST Week 2024 I AM FIRST Week 2024](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/241107-I-Am-First_RD-00001.jpg?VersionId=obZpZ.pX.Z55grAUFMkqlni0g135TrtQ&itok=3ENAJnns)
IN A FLASH: I Am First Week
"I Am First Week" at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University honors the challenges and accomplishments of first-generation students.
![Anthony Claytor raises his diploma during his Commencement ceremony at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University. Anthony Claytor raises his diploma during his Commencement ceremony at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/I%20PROMISE%20Scholar%20Anthony%20Claytor%20graduating%20from%20Kent%20State%20-%204%20-%20web.jpg?VersionId=FE7gwMPyBFpoR5m8yNIP0vUfdP13em1y&itok=B1q78pa3)
Meet Anthony Claytor, the First I PROMISE Program Scholar to Graduate From Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹
In 2020, Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University President Todd Diacon announced to a group of high school juniors and their families that Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ would cover four years of tuition costs and one year of room and board. Now, for the LeBron James Family Foundation’s first I PROMISE class, the hard work these students had put in since third grade is paying off.
![Eboni Pringle Speaks at President Diacon's Inauguration in 2019 Eboni Pringle Speaks at President Diacon's Inauguration in 2019](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/19-1001_inauguration-RD-0510.jpg?VersionId=utEeGegUj1Y_e8xtaRSxde7Y1oRRnM7B&itok=4H5NiYvp)
'Practice What We Preach!' Pringle Focused as 'Student Warrior' Dedicated to Removing Obstacles
Spend five minutes with Eboni Pringle, Ph.D., and you'll quickly be convinced of her unwavering drive for student success.
![Adam Cinderich Adam Cinderich](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/20230307_BC_Cinderich_016.jpg?VersionId=Wby3tjO7WGKy2xUXr.qUj8OS9bBNPF_A&itok=ihxC9JgA)
Leader's Fight With Imposter Syndrome Continues Even After Success
First-generation graduate reflects on obstacles, successes as his leadership journey comes full circle.
![Students sit and study together at a table in the Academic Success Center.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2813%29.jpeg?VersionId=BV9RPDpJgpsg5NNdEI8fAxlCSxhBFaao&h=beea2646&itok=5EAnOYEO)
Honors College Students Utilize the Academic Success Center
![The Center for Undergraduate Excellence is the home of University College.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/article/20221007_BC_220429_UC_Brand_442_0.jpg?VersionId=GvFgaQDnpj7YMobjJ03K0gTFt6XdNJhZ&h=10d202d3&itok=S-RNfIyQ)
IN A FLASH: A Community of Explorers
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s University College helps students decide on the degree program — and career path — that's right for them.
![Representatives from KeyBank Foundation visit with University College staff and Key Connections alumni and students at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University.](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/article/Group%20from%20KeyBank%20and%20Kent%20State_0.jpg?VersionId=IIcxvg_GIi0O9rg7_tqn.ky3bA4mbX0D&h=4a7d1ed4&itok=ff-QSISs)
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ and KeyBank Foundation to Continue Key Connections Program for Underserved Students
KeyBank Foundation has awarded a new $200,000 gift to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University to continue KeyBank Foundation’s support for the successful Key Connections program offered by University College at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹. The Key Connections program will continue to support student success initiatives for underserved students, including first-generation students and students from limited income backgrounds who will enroll in Fall Semester 2022.
![Team LeBron will be playing for Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s I Promise Scholars](https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/1_5_2_thumbnail/public/article/I_Promise%20Students%201500%20x%20600_0.jpg?VersionId=6VsaXBhT1406o6yqbGrmfImNmUQQtCNT&h=e6f36a9c&itok=L2Phex5q)
Team LeBron Will Play for Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s I Promise Scholars in 2022 NBA All-Star Game
Team LeBron will be playing for Á½ÐÔÉ«Îçҹ’s I Promise Scholars, a program that provides higher education opportunities for underserved students in Northeast Ohio.