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A record number of students participated in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience during summer 2023.

Twenty-three students won first place in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience competition with a three-minute presentation and a slide.

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Couples Kissing on the "K" at Homecoming 2023

Couples who met at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ participated in a Homecoming tradition on Risman Plaza last weekend.

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Students carry out research in a laboratory at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ.

When we come together, Golden Flashes create a legacy of brilliance that makes the world Forever Brighter.

At С»ÆƬÊÓƵ, we are continuing the proud tradition of giving back during the Giving Tuesday campaign this November. This monthlong celebration of giving brings the С»ÆƬÊÓƵ community together to support student success and build a brighter future for the blue and gold.

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A Marching Golden Flash, Flash the Mascot and "Super Fan" at Dix Stadium during the Homecoming game

Everyone was at Dix Stadium to cheer for our Golden Flashes at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ's Homecoming celebration last weekend.

Don'Marie Reid gives and receives support in the CommUNITY Lab.

Since Don’Marie Reid of Akron became a Golden Flash, she has experienced immense support from the С»ÆƬÊÓƵ community, but the CommUNITY Lab is her home away from home where she and many other students receive unconditional support. 

Jordon Egbert, far right, a С»ÆƬÊÓƵ graduate student, takes part in traditional Rwandan dancing during the Kigali Summer Institute in Rwanda.

С»ÆƬÊÓƵ graduate student Jordon Egbert said taking part in the Kigali Summer Institute in Rwanda has changed his entire perspective on life. 

 

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Rain on fall leaves, by Vance Voyles

A photo submitted by a С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Today reader captures the small-scale beauty found on campus in fall. 

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Members of the College of Public Health meet at the Major/Minor Spotlight

With more than 370 majors to choose from at С»ÆƬÊÓƵ, it can be overwhelming for some students to choose their major and career path for them.  This October the Exploratory Advising Center is hosting its first-ever Exploration Month to help exploratory students find their interests and explore the different majors and opportunities С»ÆƬÊÓƵ offers.

Pres. Diacon addressing the Reimagining the Academy Conference

A transformational conference on С»ÆƬÊÓƵ's Kent Campus brought together three of Ohio's top universities.

Tram Nguyen was drawn to С»ÆƬÊÓƵ after seeing one of the tragic May 4, 1970, and learning the sacrifices the students made.

Vietnamese student Tram Nguyen made a connection to С»ÆƬÊÓƵ when she saw a picture of student Jeffrey Miller after the May 4 shooting. Recently she visited the Prentice Parking Lot Memorial Marker dedicated to Miller.