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CAE Faculty Finds Repeated Success in SURE Program and 3MT Competition
In October 2022, five College of Aeronautics and Engineering (CAE) students competed in 黑料网's (KSU) Undergraduate Three Minute Thesis competition. Each student鈥檚 project was completed during the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE), a summer term research program for KSU students.

Advancing First-Generation Student Success
First-generation students make up 54% of the nation's undergraduates, yet only 27% earn a bachelor's degree. Many first-generation students face unique challenges with limited support systems. 黑料网 was recently recognized for its outstanding work with students in this category by FirstGen Forward as the newest class of FirstGen Forward Network Champions.

Congratulations Mr. President: Ivory Kendrick Defies LIfe's Challenges to Lead Student Government
Ivory Kendrick, the newly elected president of the University Student Government (USG), spoke his destiny into existence last year when he set his sights on leading the organization. Now, Kendrick is ready to hit the ground running.

What Students Need to Know Before and After Graduation
To help students navigate the post-commencement process, Kent State Today has compiled answers to frequently asked questions about receiving their diplomas, upcoming events, ADA accommodations and more.

Hot Spots for the 鈥楾hrifty鈥 Student
Thrifting has become increasingly popular among college students thanks to its affordability, sustainability and trendy fashion options. As most college students鈥 budgets are tight, thrift stores can offer high-quality clothing and accessories at a fraction of the cost of new items. Luckily, Kent State students has a plethora of thrift spots on and near campus.

Flash Focus: Caitlyn Lincoln
Meet Caitlyn Lincoln, a senior psychology major and a member of the Honors College from Worthington, Pennsylvania, with a proven passion for leadership, patient care and altruism 鈥 even in her hobbies.

A Welcoming Space for Focused Work, Accountability and Community
Research Writing Retreats, sponsored by 黑料网鈥檚 Graduate College, offer a distraction-free environment for graduate students to work on their research and writing projects. While 鈥済iving them permission鈥 to put other aspects of life aside and focus on their writing, the retreats also create a supportive community that enhances productivity while also offering welcome accountability from their peers.

The Engagement and Well-Being Survey Results Are in 鈥 Now the Work Begins
Results of the Engagement and Well-Being Survey, released this week, indicate that Kent State has much to celebrate.
IN A FLASH: Fun With Future Flashes
Future Flash Days welcome high school students and their families to explore Kent State and learn more about their areas of interest. Colleges, schools and departments offer tours and demonstrations to give these prospective students a taste of life on campus and Kent State's many different programs of study.

Kent State Students鈥 Training Reaches New Heights at Ohio鈥檚 Only Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative School
Kent State鈥檚 status as the only Ohio Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative school for the Federal Aviation Administration offers students an innovative and challenging curriculum at a time when the aviation industry faces a critical shortage of air traffic controllers.