When Jordan Ellis arrived at Kent State, they knew they wanted more than just a degree — they wanted an experience. As a junior majoring in Communication Studies, Jordan has fully embraced student life, becoming a leader, mentor, and advocate for others.
More than 2,500 new graduates joined the Kent State alumni family as the final cohort of the university's Class of 2025 in December Commencement ceremonies. That number includes students from Kent State's entire eight-campus system. President Todd Diacon, Ph.D., delivered the commencement address which celebrated the graduates’ remarkable achievements, acknowledging the hard work, study and determination that brought them to this milestone. Want to see one of YOUR photos in “IN A FLASH?” Submit yo...
President Todd Diacon and University Trustee Ren Camacho have been recognized among Northeast Ohio’s most influential leaders in the 2024 “Power 150” list published by Crain’s Cleveland Business. The prestigious list highlights executives, politicians, philanthropists and entrepreneurs who are positioned to drive regional progress through their leadership of influential organizations.President Diacon, who has served as Kent State’s leader since July 2019, earned this recognition for the third time. Under his leadership, Kent State has achieved remarkable milestones, inclu...
Every semester, the School of Art brings artists and scholars from around the country to Kent State to present their work to an audience of students and community members. All lectures are free and open to the public and take place at 12 p.m. in room 165 at the Center for the Visual Arts.
Lecture Title: "Model American"
In this lecture, John Chae will present on the visual culture of American idealism and its
proselytization across the Pacific Rim—including its reintegration via immigration, and how these moments of cultural mutation guide his work.
Every semester, the School of Art brings artists and scholars from around the country to Kent State to present their work to an audience of students and community members. All lectures are free and open to the public and take place at 12 p.m. in room 165 at the Center for the Visual Arts.
