Tim Lloyd, '60
Tim Lloyd, '60, Northfield, MN, had a retrospective exhibit "WORK....so far" of silver and gold jewelry and hollowware vessels dating from 1957-present, several from student work done at Kent State, at the Northfield Arts Guild Gallery in Northfield, MN. Tim taught metalsmithing at Carleton College, Northfield, MN from1964-2004.
Peter Jedick, '71
Peter Jedick, '71, Rocky River, OH, is a best-selling author and historian. His latest book, "THE WESTPORT JETS MEET THE BEATLES, A Baby Boomer Adventure," received a great review in the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Mae Hutchinson, '23
Mae Hutchinson, '23, Massillon, OH, has spent the last two years since graduating working on an Assertive Community Treatment team for Coleman Health Services. While working with clients who have been diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illnesses has not been the easiest job, Mae finds it very fulfilling and telling of issues facing the psychology field. During the first six months of her position, she decided to start an MBA and is currently in her last semester!
Chloe Zebrak, '22
Chloe Zebrak, '22, South Euclid, OH, recently got engaged to her soulmate, Dominic, in the beautiful mountains of Colorado. The couple is planning to be married in June 2026. For Chloe, life since graduation has been full of growth, learning and wonderful memories, and this milestone makes it even more special. She is grateful for the love and support of family, friends and the Kent State community as the pair celebrates this exciting new chapter. Chloe says "It's a joy to reflect on my Kent State journey and share this happiness with fellow alumni."
John F. Garofalo, '87, M.Ed. '93
John F. Garofalo, '87, M.Ed. '93, Akron, OH, was recently named president and CEO of Akron Community Foundation. In this role, he provides strategic leadership to a team of 22 staff members and works in close partnership with a 24-member board of directors to advance the foundation's mission and deepen its impact across the Greater Akron region.
Scott Haws, '99
Scott Haws, '99, Canton, OH, was recently sworn in for a new term as Plain Township (Stark County, OH) Trustee. The ceremony featured Stark County Family Court Judge Matt Kreitzer administering the oath, with Haws' brother, Jason Haws, participating in the tradition. Haws expressed profound gratitude for the community's continued trust and shared his enthusiasm for upcoming strategic initiatives and growth within Plain Township. "I don't take this responsibility lightly," Haws noted. "There are big things happening on the horizon for our community."