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Perfect moments like these are what make Kent State so special! 💙 From academics to athletics to gorgeous scenery, it's hard to choose just one picture-perfect moment.

Join Kent State for the 2026 Juneteenth Jubilee, a celebration of community, culture and history. This free event takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 18 on Risman Plaza and will feature live performances, music, food, vendors and more. See you there!

Today we celebrate National Higher Education Day, which is the perfect opportunity to reflect. Ohio’s 14 public universities, including Kent State, contribute $68.9 billion to the state’s economy and support more than 866,000 jobs.

But the data is just part of the story. Higher education’s value is also about what impacts our fellow Ohioans every single day.

They’re nurses staffing Ohio hospitals, engineers driving innovation in manufacturing, and teachers shaping the next generation. They’re first-generation students who changed their trajectory. They’re communities strengthened by the people who chose to stay and build here.

Investing in higher education is investing in Ohio’s future.

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The Case for College in Ohio | Kent State Today When Ohio's 14 public universities make their case to policymakers, families, and employers, the numbers tell a compelling story: a $68.9 billion economic

Five Kent State students from Rwanda recently completed their first flights at the Kent State University Airport, marking an exciting milestone in their academic journey. Cedric Hindura, Francis Shyaka, Henry Kenny Hagenimana, Milka Isingizwe and Patricie Mugabo, were chosen from more than 2,600 applicants to train in Kent State's nationally recognized aeronautics program before returning home to begin careers with RwandAir.
Their achievement reflects the power of global partnerships, determination and opportunity. As fellow Kent State and Rwandan students gathered to cheer them on, these future pilots took an important first step toward careers that will help shape the future of aviation in Rwanda and beyond. ✈️💛
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Kent State University at Trumbull graduate and student commencement speaker Achante Pascute’s path to graduation was anything but traditional.

While earning her nursing degree, she balanced coursework, clinicals and multiple jobs while living in a camper without running water, heat or air conditioning. This spring, she graduated Summa Cum Laude at the top of her class and will begin her career as a cardiovascular ICU nurse at Cleveland Clinic.

“Progress doesn’t require perfect conditions,” she told fellow graduates. “You just have to keep showing up.”

Read more about Achante’s inspirational story and how she found the student support she needed to follow her goals while at Kent State. https://bit.ly/3PW0Kcm

What started as a few College Credit Plus courses turned into something extraordinary for Kent State University at Stark graduate Kendall Myers.

Myers began her educational journey while still in high school, entering the College Credit Plus program with an interest in biology that quickly grew into a lifelong pursuit.

From there, she went on to earn dual degrees in biology and psychology, produce award-winning undergraduate research, and earn national recognition for her scientific work.

This fall, she will begin her doctorate, continuing her path in biological research. https://bit.ly/3SaoSbW

At Kent State's University College, the CommUNITY Lab serves as a space where connection, growth and opportunity intersect, especially for graduating seniors like Ronshai Jones, Ariana Wallace and Yeshe Mulugeta. For these three, the journey to graduation has been defined by leadership, resilience, and the unwavering support of the DC College Access Program. Read more about their experience:

DC CAP Scholars at Kent State Graduate Ready to Lead Meet three DC CAP scholars graduating from Kent State University's University College -- and learn how the DC College Access Program and CommUNITY Lab shaped their journeys.