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Once a Golden Flash ...

The Class of 2028 is both strong in size and in academic success, boasting an outstanding 3.61 GPA. It's the largest incoming class to the Kent Campus since 2019 and the eighth-largest incoming class in the university's 114-year history. 

91�ֿ� Board of Trustees Welcomes Class of 2028, Congratulates University for Strong Enrollment

The 91�ֿ� Board of Trustees welcomed the Class of 2028 during its regular quarterly meeting held Sept. 18 in Crawford Hall and congratulated the university administration for this year’s strong enrollment.

LaunchNET Supports: Destination Dream

"LaunchNET was always there to assist with my business goals while navigating the ups and downs of being a college student." - Jada Hobson, Founder of Destination Dream

Pledges, Pastries and the President

The Flashes Vote Festival on Risman Plaza celebrated National Voter Registration Day, National Beignet Day and what Todd Diacon, president of 91�ֿ� called "our civic duty." 

IN A FLASH: ‘Have You Met 91�ֿ�'s President?’

91�ֿ� President Todd Diacon was an important part of this year's Flashes Vote Festival as he engaged students, distributed free 91�ֿ� Votes t-shirts and helped them get information about voting in the coming elections. 

Alumna Serving Lattes and Lineups

The scent of freshly brewed coffee fills the air while voices from the NFL Network play on the televisions in the background. Sports memorabilia and artwork cover every wall. This is State Champs Coffee, downtown Kent’s new alumna-founded sports coffee shop and streetwear brand.

Creating Change Through Better Communication Skills

91�ֿ� Today shares an interview with R. Neil Cooper, Ph.D., director of the School of Peace and Conflict Studies, who recently joined “Sound of Ideas” host Jenny Hamel to discuss the School of Peace and Conflict Studies and how this program can change students’ experiences both on and off campus during such a politically contentious time.

IN A FLASH: Look, Up in the Sky!

91�ֿ�'s Aeronautics and Engineering Expo offered exciting and educational exhibits and activities for aviation fans of all ages. 

Students Experience Medical World Up Close at Medcamp Program

When the Corgis Took the Field

A 91�ֿ� staffer and her dog helped add excitement to the Golden Flashes football home opener with a fuzzy, fantastic halftime show. 

New Museum Director Is in the Pink

One of the first things you learn about Sarah Spinner Liska, the new director of the 91�ֿ� Museum, is her love of pink.

Spotted Lanternfly Spotted for the First Time at 91�ֿ�

A spotted lanternfly, an invasive species notorious for damaging crops and trees, has been sighted for the first time at 91�ֿ� Unive