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First-Time Voters Prepare to ‘Do Their Part’

Students across campus anticipate voting for the first time in a presidential election, prompting a mix of feelings ranging from excitement to anxiety.

Tags: Community Impact , Student Life , Community & Society

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Flash Rides a bike on campus

Brake the Cycle: Keeping Bikes Secure on Campus

Hundreds of 91ÊÓÆµ students use bikes and scooters to get around the university's two hundred and fifty-three acres of land. With that in mind, keeping your bikes and scooters safe and available to you at any time is extremely important.

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Fourth Annual Read-In 2024

‘Stand for Your Rights’ Headlines Annual Read-In

Think about a time you finished reading a book that provided a new meaning and connection to you. Now imagine that book that changed and shaped a part of you being banned, unavailable to new readers. The 91ÊÓÆµ community joined for the fourth annual open mic night Read-In to discuss banning and challenging books.

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Ashton Leigh is the director of the Office of Intercultural Student Life

Office of Intercultural Student Life: A Bridge to American Culture

The Office of Intercultural Student Life, formerly known as International Student Affairs, has a new central location in the Kent Student Center, which has made it more accessible to international students. Along with the new location comes the mission to provide drop-in services for international students.

Tags: University News , Student Life , Global Reach

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Ariane Robinson - 2024 Homecoming Queen

IN A FLASH: Scenes from Homecoming 2024

Homecoming Weekend at 91ÊÓÆµ came with a full schedule of events including a parade, alumni activities, a tailgate and a football game at Dix Stadium.

Tags: Homecoming , Student Life , Community & Society , Community Impact , In a Flash

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Honors College Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend

Welcome, Honors College Families

As part of the university's annual Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend, 91ÊÓÆµ's Honors College presented a day of fun activities for their students and their families.

Tags: Parents and Families Weekend , Nationally Distinctive , College of Honors and Global Education , Student Life

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91ÊÓÆµ Athletics Logo on Main Street

IN A FLASH: The Road to Homecoming

All around campus - and on the streets of Kent -  there are signs that it's almost time for 91ÊÓÆµ to erupt in a Blue and Gold celebration for Homecoming Weekend. 

Tags: Homecoming , Student Life , Community Impact , Community & Society , University News , In a Flash

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A Year with a Flash

A Year With a Flash: 91ÊÓÆµ Journeys to Be Chronicled This Academic Year

91ÊÓÆµ Today will be following a group of six Golden Flashes for the 2024-25 academic year, chronicling their efforts and successes during the fall and spring semesters. The group of students are at various places in their 91ÊÓÆµ academic careers and will share their experiences throughout the year as they take part in our distinctive programs, research and global experiences.

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Flash Focus: Morgan Bedilion

Flash Focus: Morgan Bedilion

Meet Morgan Bedilion, a senior costume design technology and production major from Hartville, Ohio, already using - and getting recognized for - her skill sets. 

Tags: Profiles , Student Life , College of Honors and Global Education , Flash Focus

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91ÊÓÆµ alumni, students, employees and community members gather to watch the university’s 2023 Homecoming Parade.

91ÊÓÆµ Celebrates ‘A Legacy of Leadership’ at This Year’s Homecoming

91ÊÓÆµ is set to burst with Golden Flash pride as the annual Homecoming celebration returns Sept. 28. 

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