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21 Things to Love 91²Ö¿â 91²Ö¿â 

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, so what better way to celebrate the day dedicated to love than celebrating something we all have in common - 91²Ö¿â. 91²Ö¿â’s University Communications and Marketing department asked their student employees to list the 21 things they love about 91²Ö¿â. 

1. Black squirrels  

Black squirrels are a symbol of 91²Ö¿â, and you can see them everywhere around campus!

 

 

2. Our colors -- blue and gold 

We love to show our 91²Ö¿â pride by wearing blue and gold! 

3. Amazing professors

91²Ö¿â’s instructors truly care about each and every student.  

A professor wearing a blue 91²Ö¿â facial covering stands in a the middle of a classroom of physically distant students at their desks.

 

4. The tallest building in Portage County 

The 91²Ö¿â Library is the tallest building in Portage County and it makes for the perfect study spot. 

 

5. Having a Starbucks on every corner 

Whenever you need a caffeine fix, 91²Ö¿â has you covered!

6. Flash’s dance moves

Flash brings school spirit everywhere he goes!

 

 

7. Late night Rosie’s runs 

Rosie’s is always open late so it’s perfect for a midnight snack!

8. Walks downtown 

Downtown Kent is just steps away from campus and has great restaurants, coffee shops and stores. 

9. All-you-can-eat at Eastway, the Hub, and DI Hub

With so many amazing choices, there is always something for everyone!

Aramark chef Joshua Dedeaux places cooked shrimp on top of a bowl of grits.

    

10. Homecoming Celebration

A big day when students come together to show off their 91²Ö¿â pride!

 

11. Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center

Whether you are looking for a zumba class, want to rock climb, or play intramural sports, the Rec has it all. 

12. Deer, gophers, chipmunks and squirrels running around campus 

91²Ö¿â has plenty of green space, which brings a lot of cute wildlife along with it!

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

13. The beautiful campus 

There's no place like Kent Campus. 

The sun rises on the horizon of Kent Campus, giving off a golden glow.

14. Trivia nights and Kiva movies

There is always a fun event going on around campus with great prizes. 

15. Risman Plaza

Risman Plaza/the “K� is the center of campus and the location for fun events like Black Squirrel Fest and BlastOff!

 

16. Sporting Events

There is no better way than cheering on 91²Ö¿â with your classmates!

17.  All of the best study spots: CAED, Kent Student Center

In need of a quiet study spot? 91²Ö¿â has the perfect places to choose from!

18. The students

The students at 91²Ö¿â strive to help each other anyway they can.

19. Behind the Brain Plaza

Known by many students as just “The Brain,â€� Behind the Brain Plaza is one of the largest and most iconic statues on campus!

A statue in the shape of a brain sits on Kent Campus in the evening.

20. Sledding at Taylor Hall

Snowy Kent winters aren’t complete without sledding down the Taylor Hall hill!

21. The community 

91²Ö¿â isn’t just a college, it's a community – a family. 

 

 

What is something you love about 91²Ö¿â? Happy Valentine’s Day from 91²Ö¿â, to you! 

Graphic of blue hearts and red background saying "Happy Valentine's Day, Flashes" and a 91²Ö¿â logo on the right.

With love, 

University Communications and Marketing’s social media and Flash Communications students

POSTED: Thursday, February 11, 2021 05:02 PM
Updated: Friday, December 9, 2022 01:54 PM
WRITTEN BY:
UCM Social Media and Flash Communication Students