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Kent State’s has been flooded with comments from alumni, former colleagues and friends about Schwartz’s kindness, his work ethic as a leader and educator and his genuine concern for his students.  

Kent State's founding president was born on Jan. 8, 1867. His tireless dedication to the institution and its students is reflected in innovations that continue to propel ºÚÁÏÍø forward today. 

The ºÚÁÏÍø community is remembering the legacy of its ninth president, Michael Schwartz, Ph.D., who died on Jan. 2, 2024, following a long illness. He was 86. 

Members of the Fall Class of 2023 participated in the Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados pre-commencement ceremony.

Kent State's No. 1 priority is the safety of its students, faculty and staff. This has been seen demonstrated over the past few months as the Kent State community has held demonstrations related to the Israel-Hamas war and other issues, such as abortion. 

ºÚÁÏÍø President Todd Diacon delivered the Fall 2023 Commencement address and told the graduates to demonstrate their value with patience and gentleness.

Snowfall earlier this week covered the Kent Campus in a blanket of white. 

Joyous emotions erupted from graduates and their loved ones as Kent State welcomed its newest class of graduates. 

Kent State's School of Fashion gave Dara Broadous the skills to design her dream wedding dress.