Student Life

From Kindergarten to ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ Graduation: Friends Since Childhood Share the One University Commencement Stage
Every graduation is full of stories of hard work, perseverance and friendship. Some of those stories go back to a first day of class or the first day on campus. But a few ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ friendships started on the first day of kindergarten -- or even before – and have been blossoming since.

From Kent to Cambridge: Alumna Ya'el Courtney to Study Neuroscience at Harvard University
Throughout her time at ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ, Ya'el Courtney completed a Senior Honors Thesis/Project, authored several published peer-reviewed journal articles and presented at several national and international conferences. As she continues her education at Harvard University, she intends to conduct a significant amount of research focusing on psychiatric diseases.

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ Trumbull Brings Together Two Tigers
A 2016 Howland High School graduate received a scholarship and internship from a generous alumna.

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ Graduate Shines on Today Show
Kaycee Marshall, a 2019 Fashion Design major, created a line of formalwear for women in wheelchairs.

PNC Honors ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ Student Achievers
Each semester, PNC recognizes two outstanding ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ students as PNC Achievers. These students exemplify excellence in the classroom, in the community, and in student leadership and development.

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ Receives Highest Possible Score as an LGBTQ-Friendly Campus
A national organization has recognized ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ with a perfect overall score for the university’s efforts to create a more inclusive campus and welcoming environment for all.
Review of Rules Could Help 'Books to Prisoners' Groups
A review of Ohio prison regulations could make it easier for charity groups to donate used books to Ohio prison inmates.

From ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ to Tulsa, Okla.
Sharon Crawford’s story is not one of a typical ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ student in the SSS program. Almost all of the students in the program live near the Kent campus or in one of the on-campus residence halls. Being on or close to campus allows SSS students easy access to tutoring services, the opportunity to participate in workshops and to attend on-campus events and off-campus trips. With Ms. Crawford living in a different state, it was a unique opportunity for ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ to bring her into the program.

Students Dive Into Service Projects on Alternative Spring Breaks
Instead of traveling to a bustling beach in Florida or a cross-country trip to the Rocky Mountains, ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ students embarked on a variety of alternative volunteer trips during this year’s spring break.