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Diverse Kent State

Kent State in Pakistan

Kent State staffers travel the globe to share all that's great about our university and recently traveled to Pakistan to meet with high school students and counselors. 

Turkey vulture atop a section of the University Library

A Kent State staffer spotted an unusual visitor atop a section of the University Library. 

Juneteenth Jubilee 2024

Â鶹´«Ã½ celebrated Juneteenth on Risman Plaza and the Student Green on June 18 with food, dancing and music. 

International Talent and Fashion Show

Kent State International Admissions’ Spring International Talent and Fashion Show celebrates cultural diversity.

Kent State at Akron Pride 2023

Â鶹´«Ã½'s LGBTQ+ Center is celebrating Pride Month by boosting activities statewide, collaborating with local events, hosting a walking group and planning for a fabulous Fall Semester. 

A rainbow flag adorns the Main Street Bridge in Downtown Kent for Pride Month.

Kent State Ph.D. candidates Beau Shaniuk and Dana Oleskiewicz provide a historical context for the transgender experience and discuss the challenges the community faces in light of the increasing number of anti-trans bills being introduced across the country.

Kent State Graduate Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing

As a young refugee, Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing, a recent Â鶹´«Ã½ graduate, has not only overcome significant challenges during her time in the United States, but she’s also helping others in similar circumstances.

Karamu 2024

Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados is an annual tradition celebrating all of Kent State's graduating African American, Native American, Latinx, Hispanic and Multiracial undergraduate and graduate students.

Lavender Graduation 2024

Ahead of university-wide commencement ceremonies, the annual Lavender Graduation ceremony honors the achievements of graduating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally (LGBTQ+) students at Â鶹´«Ã½