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Abigail stands with her parents in her graduation gown at her high school graduation ceremony on a football field.

A Match Made in Honors

Abigail Wilsbacher just began her freshman year at ÂÌñÉç this past fall, but she has been immersed in ÂÌñÉçnearly her entire life. In 1997, her parents met as Honors College students at ÂÌñÉçand now in 2023, Abigail continues the legacy as an Honors student.  Abig…

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Golden Flashes Skate the Night Away in Downtown Kent

What a night it was at this winter wonderland! Sparkling lights lit up the ice rink as alumni and friends glided by. An acapella group and the spirit of Golden Flashes added to the magic of this winter night.

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Adults and children enjoying the Kent Skates ice rink.

IN A FLASH: Flashes on Ice

Flashes can enjoy a number of fun, winter activities in January and February. 

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Happy New Year 2023

New Year, New Alumni Events!

As the holidays come to an end and you settle back into your daily routine, you may be looking for fun in the coming months.

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Marvin L. Logan Jr., ’15

Marvin L. Logan Jr., ’15, knew at 13 years old that he wanted to run a nonprofit that would change lives and make communities stronger. As a ÂÌñÉçstudent, he developed his leadership skills as president of Undergraduate Student Government and Black United Students, competed as a student-athlete and honed his storytelling craft through student media. Seven years after graduating, he’s living his childhood dream and inspiring other children to dream big as well.

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New ÂÌñÉçgraduates smile for a group photo before their commencement ceremony.

ÂÌñÉçCelebrates Its Newest Graduates With Fall Commencement Ceremonies

The ÂÌñÉç alumni family grew by more than 2,500 new graduates as the university held its fall Commencement ceremonies. The accomplishments of the Fall Class of 2022 were recognized with in-person ceremonies for all colleges and degrees on Dec. 17.

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Kent State’s Giving Tuesday Campaign Raises $3.6 Million for Scholarships and Programs

This November, members of the ÂÌñÉç community joined together to shine their light on philanthropy. During the November campaign, Kent State’s Giving Tuesday raised $3.6 million, marking the sixth year it has brought in more than $1 million to support scholarships and programs across Kent State’s eight-campus system.

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Kathryn Tschiegg, ’92

Kathryn Tschiegg, ’92, is the founder and executive director of Central American Medical Outreach (CAMO), a nondenominational, Christian-based, humanitarian organization that brings medical services, education and community development to Central America.

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Stephanie Johnson Gestures at Airport Advertisement Featuring Her Daughter Alex Johnson (left) and  Laura Wilson

Pilot Pride! Delta Captain Snaps Photo Showcasing Daughter Following In Her Footsteps

Delta Captain Stephanie Johnson is all smiles seeing her daughter, Alex Johnson, and Laura Wilson featured in a ÂÌñÉçadvertisement at Cleveland Hopkins Airport. 

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Alumna Brandi Neloms

Public Relations Grad Talks Representation and Lessons Learned in Leadership, Business

Brandi Neloms, '09, is Chief Strategy Officer and co-owner of Sipping Black Only, a business dedicated to driving equity for Black founders in the beverage industry. 

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