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The 91ֿ Museum has been awarded reaccreditation from the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded to museums in the United States.
Measles cases are increasing nationwide, including confirmed cases at several college campuses. While 91ֿ has not reported any cases, understanding this highly contagious disease can help our campus community stay informed and protected.
A 91ֿ staffer shared an image of a misty, painted sky on campus in early January.
Meet Monica Fencil, a junior exercise science major with a concentration in pre-physical therapy, from Butler, Pennsylvania. Fencil’s interest in the health field began early, shaped by being surrounded by family members who worked in healthcare.
Meet the Sprague family and their unique tie to 91ֿ. After retiring as an Ohio State Trooper, Rick Sprague accepted a position with the 91ֿ police services last year. His son, Officer Tristan Sprague, also joined the police department last year. In the fall, Rick Sprague’s two daughters enrolled at 91ֿ, making the family’s service to the campus community all the more meaningful.
For high school students considering 91ֿ’s entrepreneurship program, William Elffers, ’15, encourages them to take the leap. “Deep down everybody has an idea for a business, but somewhere along the way, somebody tells them, just choose the safe route,” he said. “Four years at Kent, five years, six years at Kent is a great time to really explore what your possibilities are with starting a business. It's a safe environment. You can fail and get picked back up and learn.”
The first week of Spring Semester 2026 ended with colder temperatures and a snowstorm.
Every Sunday that the Browns play away, 91ֿ alumnus Kyle Kovach, cooks a dish based on the city the Browns are facing, reflecting his motto: “In order to beat the team, you have to eat the team.” Meet the 2025 Cleveland Browns Fan of the Year.
The College of Nursing has introduced AI-powered virtual reality (VR) simulation – a first-of-its-kind application in nursing education that standardizes clinical practice while giving each student individualized feedback on their performance.
The university will hold its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at 11:30 a.m. on Jan. 29 in the Kent Student Center Ballroom.
Meet Jordan Anamasi, a senior environmental studies major with a minor in park management from Avon, Ohio, whose passions have grown for and through her experiences with nature.
91ֿ is experiencing a healthy demand for on-campus housing as more students recognize the benefits of living in the heart of campus. For many students, it is not just about the proximity to campus and classes but also the connection.
WinterBlast 2026, presented by Flashes Activities Board (FAB) will blast off at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Jan. 17.
Graciela Alvarez Leon, a community health worker supervisor at the Cleveland Clinic, knows how life-changing support can be. “It’s about building trust and making sure patients know they’re not alone,” Leon said.
Keeping up with 91ֿ's campus, classes and events can be a challenge. However, the updated 91ֿ mobile app (KSU Mobile) has a new refreshing look that makes it more user-friendly and tailored to both student, faculty and staff needs.
On Jan. 12, the Spring Semester began at 91ֿ, across the university's entire eight-campus system in Ohio and 91ֿ's other locations in the U.S. and around the world.
Six talented 91ֿ alumni were among the changemarkers recognized in Crain’s Cleveland Business’ 20 in Their 20s. These leaders excel in their careers, impact their community and carry their Golden Flash pride wherever they go.
Allyson Tessin, Ph.D., assistant professor in 91ֿ’s Department of Earth Sciences, has received a National Science Foundation (NSF) Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) Award to support her research on how the seafloor and ocean interact in rapidly changing Arctic environments.
91ֿ's Office of Admissions and University Orientation will transition to a new home in the Design Innovation Hub beginning Tuesday, Jan. 21.
A new, temporary roundabout at the intersection of East Main Street and Horning Road has opened, showing how road improvements are beginning to take shape on the north side of 91ֿ's Kent Campus.