Community & Society
‘If We Don’t Vote, We Can Be Sure it Won’t Count’
As part of Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State's Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Votes initiative, Flashes across campus are stepping up to help make sure that students are registered to vote, well informed and motivated to cast their ballots in November.
Kicking Off Hispanic Heritage Month with ‘Voices & Rhythms’
Every year, mid-September to mid-October marks Hispanic Heritage Month. Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University collaborations commemorate the month-long celebration and Hispanic culture, kicking off the celebration was "Voices & Rhythms: A Night of Discussion and Dance."
IN A FLASH: Capturing Generational History
Students in Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State's Long Term Care Administration program met with local senior citizens to create a book that shared their life stories.
First-Time Voters Prepare to ‘Do Their Part’
Students across campus anticipate voting for the first time in a presidential election, prompting a mix of feelings ranging from excitement to anxiety.
‘Stand for Your Rights’ Headlines Annual Read-In
Think about a time you finished reading a book that provided a new meaning and connection to you. Now imagine that book that changed and shaped a part of you being banned, unavailable to new readers. The Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University community joined for the fourth annual open mic night Read-In to discuss banning and challenging books.
IN A FLASH: Scenes from Homecoming 2024
Homecoming Weekend at Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State came with a full schedule of events including a parade, alumni activities, a tailgate and a football game at Dix Stadium.
IN A FLASH: The Road to Homecoming
All around campus - and on the streets of Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ - there are signs that it's almost time for Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State to erupt in a Blue and Gold celebration for Homecoming Weekend.
IN A FLASH: See Your Photo Here!
"IN A FLASH" offers unique views of Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University through the lenses of storytellers across campus. IN A FLASH invites anyone to share their Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State-related photos at InAFlash@kent.edu.
The King, The Queen and the Pop-Up Pantry
Members of Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State’s 2024 Homecoming Court will be among the students working with Flashes Fighting Hunger and the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ Health Department at a Pop-Up Pantry created to help community members in need.
Alumna Serving Lattes and Lineups
The scent of freshly brewed coffee fills the air while voices from the NFL Network play on the televisions in the background. Sports memorabilia and artwork cover every wall. This is State Champs Coffee, downtown Ñý¼§Ö±²¥â€™s new alumna-founded sports coffee shop and streetwear brand.