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3D Printer in Action in the Student Multimedia Studio

Demystifying the Library: Student Multimedia Studio

The University Library is one of the most popular buildings at Kent State, serving as a study spot, a place to grab coffee and an academic resource for students. As finals season looms, Kent State Today takes a deeper look into University Libraries in a three-part series. Up first, a makerspace for creativity.

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Kent State student LaKaleb Bowen, takes in the view during his July study abroad trip to Kigali, Rwanda.

‘There’s Nothing that Can Adequately Prepare You for Such an Extraordinary Experience’

LaKaleb Bowen, Âé¶¹¹û¶³ senior criminology and justice studies major admits that he’s become a little addicted to Kent State’s education-abroad programs. 

Tags: Student Life, Global Reach, Profiles, Students First, Global Presence

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Kent State Farmers' Market inside the DI HUB

IN A FLASH: Final Fall Farmers’ Market

The final Kent State Farmers' Market of the fall semester moves indoors, inside the DI Hub, on Nov. 14.

Tags: Student Life, DI Hub, Community Impact, Town-Gown, Community & Society, Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Kent State of Well-being

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Experience the Blank_Lab's Immersive Exhibit

Take a Whirlwind Journey Abroad With Blank Lab’s New Immersive Exhibit 

Experience a new immersive exhibit highlighting Kent State's education abroad destinations at the Blank Lab in the Design Innovation Hub.

Tags: University News, Student Life, Global Education

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President Diacon at the Freeze Out Game 2023

IN A FLASH: Flashes at the Freeze Out

Âé¶¹¹û¶³ President Todd Diacon joined the Marching Golden Flashes and fans at Dix Stadium to cheer on our team at the annual Freeze Out Game. 

Tags: Kent State Athletics, President, Student Life, Community Impact, Community & Society, Sports, Football, Marching Golden Flashes, Dix Stadium

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Palestinian Candlelight Vigil 11-09-23

Tears of Mourning and Hopes for Peace

Students gathered on Risman Plaza for a candlelight vigil mourning Palestinian lives lost in Gaza. 

Tags: Risman Plaza, Student Organizations, Student Life, Arts & Culture, Diverse Kent State, Global Presence, Global Reach

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Mark Stillion

A Veteran's Advocacy Journey

Hi, my name is Mark Stillion, and I am one of those people. I am one of the many, who signed the dotted line, before I even turned 18 years old to go and serve and protect something that I felt was worth fighting for: my freedom.

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Golden I Jewish student group held a vigil in which they read the names of the Israeli people killed by Hamas Oct. 7.

Jewish Students Say the Names of the Dead to Honor Their Lives   

The goal of the Golden I vigil was to acknowledge that the Israeli people who were brutally murdered were real people with real lives, said Rose Martyn, vice president of Golden I.

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Members of Kent State's ROTC present the color guard at Veterans Day services.

Honoring Veterans for Their Service

Âé¶¹¹û¶³ paid formal tribute to all those who have served in the U.S. armed forces at its annual Veterans Day Commemoration. 

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Students Celebrating B’nai Mitzva

Celebrating B’nai Mitzvah

On Monday, Hebros hosted its first-ever Hebros B’nai Mitzvah Reception, where Kent State students were invited to visit the Hillel Center to take part in games, enjoy food and learn about Jewish practices.

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