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Student Life

A snowy walk toward the University Library

IN A FLASH: A Snowy Return to Classes

Some of the season's coldest temperatures and snow cover set the scene for students' first day of classes after winter break. 

Tags: Nationally Distinctive, Student Life, Spring Semester, University News

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Dating violence is prevalent among women ages 16-24.

°µÍø½ûÇø Student Escapes Dating Abuse, Helps Others Know Their Worth 

After experiencing dating violence in high school, Rhylee Shepherd turned her pain into a teaching opportunity for her peers through the Know Your Worth project.

Tags: Student Life, Tuscarawas Campus, Center for Sexual and Relationship Violence Support Services

Regional Campuses

°µÍø½ûÇø's ninth president Michael Schwartz in academic regalia

Schwartz Remembered for His Kindness, Leadership and Generosity of Spirit

°µÍø½ûÇøâ€™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.  

Tags: University News, Student Life, Community and Society

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President McGilvrey at his desk.

Happy Birthday, President McGilvrey!

°µÍø½ûÇø'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 °µÍø½ûÇø forward today. 

Tags: University News, Nationally Distinctive, Students First, Office of Continuing and Distance Education, Regional Campuses, Study Abroad, Student Life, Greek Life

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A member of the Fall Class of 2023 is embraced by her dean at the Karamu ceremony

IN A FLASH: Views From Karamu

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

 

Tags: Diverse °µÍø½ûÇø, Student Multicultural Center, Fall Commencement, Commencement, Class of 2023, University News, Student Life

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°µÍø½ûÇø President Todd Diacon applauds the graduating Fall Class of 2023 during a commencement ceremony.

President Diacon's Fall 2023 Commencement Speech Urges Graduates to Demonstrate Their Value as They Transition to Careers

°µÍø½ûÇø President Todd Diacon delivered the Fall 2023 Commencement address and told the graduates to demonstrate their value with patience and gentleness.

Tags: University News, Student Life, Community and Society

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Snow around the Star Sphere near Franklin Hall

IN A FLASH: All Dressed in White

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

Tags: University News, Nationally Distinctive, Student Life, Art Walk along Sculpture Mile and Percent for Art Projects, Sculpture

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A cyclist bikes through Risman Plaza on the °µÍø½ûÇø Kent Campus.

The Secret Is Out: Kent Named 1 of Zillow’s Top 2 College Towns for 2023

Several Northeast Ohio towns, including Kent, have made it to Zillow’s 2023 list of most popular markets.

Tags: Student Life, Nationally Distinctive, Community & Society

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Graduates and their loved ones celebrated at 2023 Fall Commencements

IN A FLASH: Overwhelming Pride

Joyous emotions erupted from graduates and their loved ones as °µÍø½ûÇø welcomed its newest class of graduates. 

Tags: Fall Commencement, Commencement, Nationally Distinctive, University News, Community Impact, Student Life

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Josiah Ragin of Harlem, New York, shared a recipe with students at the Cooking with Culture event.

Cooking With Culture: A Tasty Way to Create Community

The goal of Cooking with Culture was to create a sense of community and affirm the students' identities.

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