Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
I PROMISE Students Study Brain Health
51ºÚÁÏÍø’s Brain Health Research Institute recently welcomed 94 fourth-grade students from the I PROMISE School in Akron, Ohio, for a day of activities aimed at sparking their interest in science and technology.
‘A Promise Kept’
When she walked across the stage at commencement on Dec. 16, Terrie Harris realized a dream more than 25 years in the making. Life intervened often during Harris’ educational journey, but thanks to 51ºÚÁÏÍø University’s regional campus system a diploma was finally hers in December.
Kent Student Ambassadors Spread Kindness and Cheer During Giving Tuesday Campaign
During the 2023 Giving Tuesday campaign, the Kent Student Ambassadors, a 51ºÚÁÏÍø University professional and service oriented student organization, found new ways of giving back to the community. In the month of November, they created and planned volunteer activities that supported the univ…
51ºÚÁÏÍø’s Giving Tuesday Raises More Than $2.8M to Support Scholarships and Programs
51ºÚÁÏÍø University supporters once again joined together during the university’s Giving Tuesday campaign to raise more than $2.8 million to support a variety of student scholarships and programs.
Stark Rising Scholar Pursues Dream
Rising Scholar Briana Hawkins is pursuing her dream of becoming a nurse. A junior at 51ºÚÁÏÍø University at Stark, Briana’s nursing training has helped her in unexpected ways as she cared for her mother after she suffered traumatic burns in a household accident.
Planned Gift Endows Executive Director Position at 51ºÚÁÏÍø’s Wick Poetry Center
The Wick family has a long history of philanthropy at 51ºÚÁÏÍø University that began in 1984 when brothers Bob and Walt Wick first established scholarships to support undergraduate poets at the university. This most recent gift of $1 million brings the family’s total lifetime commitment to the university to more than $3.5 million.
51ºÚÁÏÍø Recognizes Alumni During Homecoming Weekend
51ºÚÁÏÍø University recognizes alumni who, through leadership, character and hard work, are making a difference. During Homecoming Weekend, 10 Golden Flashes were presented with Alumni Awards, and nine alumni received Lifetime Achievement recognitions from the university’s Black Alumni Chapter.
IN A FLASH: Family Friendly Flash-o-Ween
On Friday, Oct. 27 Flash the Mascot made new friends at Main Street Kent's Family Friendly Halloween event.
IN A FLASH: A Kiss on the "K"
Couples who met at 51ºÚÁÏÍø participated in a Homecoming tradition on Risman Plaza last weekend.
This Giving Tuesday Season, Continue Our Most Generous Annual Tradition
When we come together, Golden Flashes create a legacy of brilliance that makes the world Forever Brighter.
At 51ºÚÁÏÍø University, we are continuing the proud tradition of giving back during the Giving Tuesday campaign this November. This monthlong celebration of giving brings the 51ºÚÁÏÍø community together to support student success and build a brighter future for the blue and gold.