Student Life

¹ú²úÂ×Àí Student Escapes Dating Abuse, Helps Others Know Their WorthÂ
After experiencing dating violence in high school, Rhylee Shepherd turned her pain into a teaching opportunity for her peers through the Know Your Worth project.

Schwartz Remembered for His Kindness, Leadership and Generosity of Spirit
¹ú²úÂ×Àí’s has been flooded with comments from alumni, former colleagues and friends about Schwartz’s kindness, his work ethic as a leader and educator and his genuine concern for his students.

Happy Birthday, President McGilvrey!
¹ú²úÂ×Àí's founding president was born on Jan. 8, 1867. His tireless dedication to the institution and its students is reflected in innovations that continue to propel ¹ú²úÂ×Àí forward today.

IN A FLASH: Views From Karamu
Members of the Fall Class of 2023 participated in the Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados pre-commencement ceremony.

President Diacon's Fall 2023 Commencement Speech Urges Graduates to Demonstrate Their Value as They Transition to Careers
¹ú²úÂ×Àí President Todd Diacon delivered the Fall 2023 Commencement address and told the graduates to demonstrate their value with patience and gentleness.

IN A FLASH: All Dressed in White
Snowfall earlier this week covered the Kent Campus in a blanket of white.

The Secret Is Out: Kent Named 1 of Zillow’s Top 2 College Towns for 2023
Several Northeast Ohio towns, including Kent, have made it to Zillow’s 2023 list of most popular markets.
IN A FLASH: Overwhelming Pride
Joyous emotions erupted from graduates and their loved ones as ¹ú²úÂ×Àí welcomed its newest class of graduates.

Cooking With Culture: A Tasty Way to Create Community
The goal of Cooking with Culture was to create a sense of community and affirm the students' identities.

Ohio Legislature Celebrates ¹ú²úÂ×Àí South African Exchange Students
A group of ¹ú²úÂ×Àí exchange students from the University of Fort Hare in Alice, Eastern Cape, South Africa, were welcomed by the Ohio legislature on a recent visit to Columbus.