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Dog Days of Summer 2024

The Dogs Have Their Day on Campus

Each August, Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State welcomes alumni and their canine companions to campus for one of the most anticipated events of the year, the "Dog Days of Summer." 

Tags: Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, Police Services, Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship, International Admissions, Community & Society, Alumni, Community Impact, Safety

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Father-son duo Scott Koeppl '89 (left) and Kyle Koeppl '19 (right) share the cockpit of a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 during their first flight together. Between them, draped over the center console, is a blue cap with "Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State" written on it. Above the cockpit windshield is a blue pennant that reads "KENT STATE AERONAUTICS".

Father and Son Complete Memorable First Flight Together

A father and son, both Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University alumni, graduates of the professional pilot program in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, recently achieved a remarkable milestone in their aviation careers.

Tags: Alumni, College of Aeronautics and Engineering, Student Success

College of Aeronautics and Engineering

WPA Mural in Washington D.C.

IN A FLASH: Historic Murals in Washington, D.C.

While in the nation's capital to visit students in Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State's Washington Program in National Issues, university photographers captured images of historic murals inside the Voice of America Building. 

Tags: Community Impact, Community & Society, Alumni, Washington Program in National Issues

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Lavender Graduation 2024

IN A FLASH: Welcome 2024 Lav Grads!

Ahead of university-wide commencement ceremonies, the annual Lavender Graduation ceremony honors the achievements of graduating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally (LGBTQ+) students at Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University

Tags: Diverse Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State, LGBTQ Community, LGBTQ+ Center, Alumni, Student Life

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Alumna Lauren Worley in a factory surrounded by shiny aluminum sheets

Being Open to the Experience: How a Journalism Degree Prepared An Alumna For Anything

Lauren B. Worley, '01, kickstarted her professional journey in public service and currently spearheads communications for Tampax at Procter & Gamble, the global leader in consumer goods.

Tags: school of media and journalism, Alumni, July24-jargon

School of Media and Journalism

Alison Caplan in Washington DC

‘May 4 Moments’

In her first year as the director of the May 4 Visitor Center, Alison Caplan has enjoyed uniquely wonderful and "magical" experiences in how Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State's history creates connections and inspiration.

Tags: May 4, May 4 Visitors Center, Community Impact, Alumni, University News, University Libraries, Special Collection Library, Oral History, Community & Society

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Art from Graphic Content exhibition

A Closer Look at ‘Graphic Content’

Alison Caplan, director of the May 4 Visitors Center, provides an up close look at some of the items in the center's "Graphic Content: The Comics of May 4" exhibition.  She also share stories about the art and the artists that created it.  

Tags: May 4, Arts & Culture, Alumni, May 4 Visitors Center, Community & Society, taylor hall, Nationally Distinctive

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Olivia Carnprobst standing next to a Piper Seminole aircraft

From Aspiring Aviator to First Officer: Olivia (Semon) Carnprobst's Journey Through the Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp

Olivia (Semon) Carnbprobst’s (’22, ’23) journey from a high school junior at the Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp (NKMAC) to a first officer at Endeavor Air epitomizes the camp's impact on young women's careers in aviation.

Tags: Aeronautics, Alumni, careers, College of Aeronautics and Engineering, High School Students

College of Aeronautics and Engineering

Dexter Shreve banner portrait

Alumni Spotlight - Dexter Shreve '13

Dexter credits the hands-on learning experiences for preparing him for the real-world challenges of his career. In particular, the Materials and Processes class provided him with essential skills in machining, welding, and casting, which he later applied in various engineering roles.

Tags: Alumni, Alumni Spotlight, College of Aeronautics and Engineering

College of Aeronautics and Engineering

Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University arch on campus.

Honors College Alumna Speaks Up for Those with No Voice

Honors College alumna Maya Huffman, a native of Toledo, graduated a semester early from Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State in December 2022, as a double major in psychology and political science with a minor in pre-law. Her story is not only one of academic achievement but also one of community engagement and a commitment to addressing important societal issues.

Tags: Honors College, Honors Leadership Academy, Senior Honors Thesis/Project, Center for Student Involvement, Alumni, Psychology, Political Science, pre law

Honors College