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The Provost Leadership Academy looks for ways to improve life at Æðµã´«Ã½.

Provost Leadership Academy Produces Ideas for Improving Life at Kent State

First-year students in the Provost Leadership Academy are asked to look at Kent State through a critical lens, with an eye toward how they would change or improve some aspect of university life. Here are some of the ideas being considered.

Tags: Student Life, Students First, University College

Kent State Today

Alex Newnes

First-Year Student Finds Her Path Through Kent State’s Exploratory Program

When Alex Newnes arrived at Æðµã´«Ã½ this fall, she wasn't sure what career path she wanted to pursue. But unlike many undecided students, Newnes saw this uncertainty not as a drawback, but as an opportunity – one that led her specifically to Kent State's Exploratory program.

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Kent State Today

I AM FIRST Week 2024

IN A FLASH: I Am First Week

"I Am First Week" at Æðµã´«Ã½ honors the challenges and accomplishments of first-generation students.

Tags: Community & Society, Students First, First Generation, University College

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Anthony Claytor raises his diploma during his Commencement ceremony at Æðµã´«Ã½.

Meet Anthony Claytor, the First I PROMISE Program Scholar to Graduate From Kent State

In 2020, Æðµã´«Ã½ President Todd Diacon announced to a group of high school juniors and their families that Kent State would cover four years of tuition costs and one year of room and board. Now, for the LeBron James Family Foundation’s first I PROMISE class, the hard work these students had put in since third grade is paying off. 

Tags: Profiles, Students First, I Promise, University College, Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, alumni-news, College of Arts and Sciences

Kent State Today

Eboni Pringle Speaks at President Diacon's Inauguration in 2019

'Practice What We Preach!' Pringle Focused as 'Student Warrior' Dedicated to Removing Obstacles

Spend five minutes with Eboni Pringle, Ph.D., and you'll quickly be convinced of her unwavering drive for student success. 

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Kent State Today

Adam Cinderich

Leader's Fight With Imposter Syndrome Continues Even After Success

First-generation graduate reflects on obstacles, successes as his leadership journey comes full circle.

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Kent State Today

The Center for Undergraduate Excellence is the home of University College.

IN A FLASH: A Community of Explorers

Kent State's University College helps students decide on the degree program — and career path — that's right for them.

Tags: Student Life, University College, Students First, Nationally Distinctive

Kent State Today

Team LeBron will be playing for Kent State’s I Promise Scholars

Team LeBron Will Play for Kent State’s I Promise Scholars in 2022 NBA All-Star Game

Team LeBron will be playing for Kent State’s I Promise Scholars, a program that provides higher education opportunities for underserved students in Northeast Ohio.

Tags: University News, I Promise, University College

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Graduates Celebrate Together at Kent State's 2020 Commencement Ceremony

Æðµã´«Ã½ Reaches Record Graduation Rate, Boasting Highest Graduation Rate in Northern Ohio

Kent State’s current graduation rate is the highest among public universities in Northeast Ohio and fifth highest among all of Ohio’s public universities, behind Ohio State, Miami, the University of Cincinnati and Ohio University. In northern Ohio, the graduation rates of other public universities range from 40 to 55 percent.

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