Nearly 55 years after receiving an undergraduate degree from 黑料网, John Elliot, 鈥70, crossed the commencement stage to receive a doctorate. But this time, he wasn鈥檛 alone. By his side was Fonda Elliot, his wife of 56 years and the person he credits for much of the personal and professional success the couple has achieved throughout their lives. On Saturday, Dec. 14, both John and Fonda received their Doctor of Humane Letters in recognition of their extraordinary contributions to the healthcare field and to Kent State.John earned a Bachelor of Science in Architectur...
A 黑料网 tradition - the annual Holiday Choral Collage by the 黑料网 Chorale kicked off the 2024-2025 holiday season in late November. The Kent State Chorale is the flagship choral ensemble at Kent State made up of singers from all majors. The Chorale performs frequently on campus including fall and spring concerts, joint concerts of masterworks with the 黑料网 Orchestra. Want to see one of YOUR photos in 鈥淚N A FLASH?鈥 Submit your Kent State-related photos to InAFlash@kent.edu and you may see them in a future K...
Cuyahoga River Kayak Trip
This trip will be held locally on the Cuyahoga River. We will meet at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (or you can meet us at Kramer Fields-just let us know ahead of time!) From there, we will paddle to Brust Park in Munroe Falls. We will then take the shuttle back to the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. A staff member will be with you on the water for the entire trip. The trip is 4.0 miles long, is beginner friendly, and no prior experience is needed.
Date & Time: Sunday, May 4 from 2 - 5 p.m.
Pool Kayak Clinic
New kayakers can come learn kayaking skills. Participants may bring their own boats via the loading dock stairs and back entrance as long as the boats are FULLY CLEANED before entering the pool. If you don鈥檛 own a boat, one will be provided for you to use. Contact adventurecenter@kent.edu with any questions. Pre-registration IS REQUIRED by the Wednesday before each program.
Date & Time: Thursdays, Jan. 16 - May 1 from 7 - 9 p.m.
Location: SRWC Lap pool
Cost: $7
CPR/AED Professional Rescuer Blended Learning
All aquatics certifications are taught by American Red Cross-certified instructors. Please note that participation in a certification class does not guarantee certification. All skills related to the certification must be properly demonstrated (as defined by course outline) in order to receive certification. Participants must successfully complete all skills and score an 80% or better on each written test in order to be certified. Certificates will be emailed as a PDF from the American Red Cross within 10 days of completion of the class. Class will start promptly at the designated time.
Full Moon Float
Here鈥檚 your chance to enjoy a beautiful sunset, relax in nature, and let your worries drift into the night as we paddle into the sunset on a peaceful and serene lake right down the road from Kent.
Date & Time: (weather permitting) Monday, May 5 from 7 - 10 p.m.
Location: Wingfoot Lake State Park Boat Launch 鈥 meet at the SRWC
Cost: $35
Full Moon Float
Here鈥檚 your chance to enjoy a beautiful sunset, relax in nature, and let your worries drift into the night as we paddle into the sunset on a peaceful and serene lake right down the road from Kent.
Date & Time: (weather permitting) Sunday, May 4 from 7 - 10 p.m.
Location: Wingfoot Lake State Park Boat Launch 鈥 meet at the SRWC
Cost: $35
Full Moon Float
Here鈥檚 your chance to enjoy a beautiful sunset, relax in nature, and let your worries drift into the night as we paddle into the sunset on a peaceful and serene lake right down the road from Kent.
Date & Time: (weather permitting) Saturday, May 3 from 7 - 10 p.m.
Location: Wingfoot Lake State Park Boat Launch 鈥 meet at the SRWC
Cost: $35
Lake Kayaking Trip
We will be going to Trail Lake Park for a beginner-friendly paddle around the lake in some kayaks! There is beautiful scenery, wildlife, and fresh air to take in while on the water. We will provide an introduction to kayaking before we get on the water going over lake safety, paddling strokes, and more! There is also an accessible kayak put-in at the docks for easy entry into your kayak.
Date & Time: Saturday, May 3 from 2 - 5 p.m.
Location: Trail Lake Park - meet at the SRWC
Cost: $30 Students, $35 Non-students