Diverse Kent State

What's the Big Idea? Seeking a Deeper Understanding of the Mission of the Urban League
Hop on board as Kent State President Todd Diacon engages with Elizabeth Smith-Pryor, associate professor of history with Kent State’s College of Arts and Sciences, as she conducts research on the impact of the Urban League.

Kent State Puts the ‘Friends’ in Friendsgiving
In every ºÚÁÏÍø video commercial there are students. Students are the face of Kent State. But students do more than participate as talent in front of the camera. They help plan, record and edit these videos. And let us say, these videos take longer than you think to create.

IN A FLASH: Shopping in Brazil
The American Academy (AA) program offers the Kent State experience to students in Brazil.

Sex, Lies and Swiping Right
Alumna's research focuses on thought processes behind online dating, sexting and relationships in the digital age.

International Cook-off Provides New Culinary Journey for African Students
The entry of Team Rwanda and Team Nigeria into the annual cooking contest reflects Kent State’s growing relations in sub-Saharan Africa, resulting in new groups of international students on campus. The Rwandan students are part of a group of 12 undergraduates sponsored by the Rwandan government who arrived at Kent State for the fall semester to pursue degrees.

IN A FLASH: International Cook-off Top Chefs!
Team Sri Lanka took first place in the Fall International Cook-Off

Kent State Stands in Solidarity With LGBTQ+ Community
In the wake of Saturday's mass shooting in Colorado, Kent State gathered to process and reflect with the LGBTQ+ community.

International Flavors Fill Kent State Ballroom During Annual Cook-off
Two teams from sub-Saharan Africa made their debut on Thursday at ºÚÁÏÍø’s annual International Cook-off sponsored by the Office of Global Education.

'Everyone Is Here To Make You Feel At Home'
A physician from India is pursuing a second doctoral degree at Kent State.

Specialized Career Advising for Students with Disabilities Now Available
The Coffee and Careers chat hosted jointly by Career Exploration and Development (CED) and Student Accessibility Services (SAS), is a new drop-in career advising opportunity for Kent State students with disabilities.