The School of Peace and Conflict Studies is accepting applications for May 4th Legacy Scholarships, which are available to Peace and Conflict Studies majors who are beginning or continuing their studies. There are four scholarships available in the amount of $3,000 each. These scholarships were established in memory of the students killed at Kent State on May 4th 1970: Allison Krause, Jeffrey Miller, Sandra Scheuer and William Schroeder. The deadline for applications is April 4, 2023. For more information about these scholarships, go to /spcs/may-4th...
Commencement Details for Graduates & Guests
TICKETS - Not updated for 2026
Due to limited seating in the Stark Conference Center, each graduate who makes a reservation to attend commencement will receive a maximum of 4 guest tickets. All guests (including children 2 years and older) must have a ticket to enter the ceremony venue. Admission is free and tickets must be picked up by the graduate.
Honor Cords Information (if applicable to you)
Review information at www.kent.edu/fbe-center/graduation-honors-and-recognition. If you meet the criteria to receive Honor Cords, you can pick up your cords from Ruby Groves in the Office of Student Services, 132 Main Hall.
Note: Honor Cords are not available at the Graduation Fair.
3. Cap, Gown and Tassel Packages
Kent State graduates wear a black cap and gown. Your tassel color is determined by the university college that offers your degree. You can purchase a gown or borrow one from a friend. The only requirement is that your cap and gown must be black.
Caps, gowns and tassels can be purchased from the Regional Campus Bookstore located at the Stark Campus. Orders should be placed before April 4. Orders placed after April 11 may incur a late fee and sizes may be limited.
2. Required - Make Your Reservation to Attend a Graduation Fair
Kent State Stark Graduation Fairs
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
4 to 6 p.m.
Campus Center
Thursday, March 6, 2025
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Campus Center
Stop by either day to pick up your tickets; purchase your cap, gown and tassel (see packages below); and receive guidance from Student Financial Aid and Career Exploration & Development. It only takes a few minutes.
1. Required - Make Your Reservation to Attend a Stark Ceremony
The deadline to make your reservation is Friday, May 2, at 5 p.m.
Make your reservation for the time indicated by your university college (or degree). Please make your reservation before attending the Graduation Fair.
11 a.m. Ceremony
- Associate Degrees
- College of Applied and Technical Studies
- College of the Arts
- College of Arts and Sciences