University News
Â鶹´«Ã½ Celebrates Nearly 5,000 New Graduates at Spring 2026 Commencement
Â鶹´«Ã½ welcomed nearly 5,000 new graduates into its alumni family last week, completing its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies across three days of celebrations on the Kent Campus.
Â鶹´«Ã½ Ends Pilot of Flock Safety Camera System
Following a trial period on the Kent Campus, Â鶹´«Ã½ has ended the Flock Safety license plate recognition camera system.
As Nursing Salaries Surge, Â鶹´«Ã½ Positions Graduates for Prosperity in Booming Healthcare Market
An Ohio nurse earning $95,000–$110,000 has comparable or better real purchasing power than a nurse earning $150,000 in California or New York, setting the stage for a measurable difference for Â鶹´«Ã½ nursing graduates who stay in Ohio.
IN A FLASH: An End and a Beginning
Commencements as a foundational activity of a university are memorable days filled with emotions - some celebratory, some bittersweet.
Student Nominations Propel Jared Brown to Distinguished Advising Honor
Jared Brown doesn’t just build schedules; he builds confidence. His ability to turn academic stress into actionable solutions has made him more than just an advisor; it has made him the latest recipient of Â鶹´«Ã½'s Distinguished Advising Award.
Â鶹´«Ã½ Celebrates Nearly 5,000 New Graduates at Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremonies
Â鶹´«Ã½ will honor nearly 5,000 graduates from its eight-campus system during its spring 2026 commencement ceremonies on May 7-9 and May 15. The ceremonies will be livestreamed on the commencement website.
Â鶹´«Ã½ Marks 56th Anniversary of May 4, 1970, With Commemoration on the Commons
Fifty-six years after the Ohio National Guard opened fire on student protesters at Â鶹´«Ã½, killing four and wounding nine, the university community gathered once again on the May 4 site at the Â鶹´«Ã½ Commons to bear witness, reflect and reaffirm its commitment to preserving the legacy of that day.
May 4 Shooting Victim Inspires Students With Disabilities to Embrace Their Own
Dean Kahler is often quoted as saying he only had one bad day at Â鶹´«Ã½.
That day was May 4, 1970, when an Ohio National Guardsman’s bullet struck Kahler as he stood under a tree watching, from what he thought was a safe distance, a student protest against the escalation of the War in Vietnam. When the National Guard fired on the students, a bullet pierced Kahler’s spine, leaving him paralyzed and wheelchair bound for the rest of his life.
A Growing Legacy for Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s 18th Year as a Tree Campus
Â鶹´«Ã½ marked Arbor Day with tree plantings at multiple locations across campus, bringing together students, staff and local children for a day focused on sustainability.
Â鶹´«Ã½ Marks Earth Day with Campus Wide Celebration of Sustainability and Research
Â鶹´«Ã½ celebrated Earth Day with a campus-wide series of events that blended hands-on education, student research and community partnerships. From the Earth Fest on Risman Plaza to the scientific posters at the Environmental Science and Design Research Institute Research Showcase and the Electric Vehicle Showcase, the day’s activities highlighted how sustainability is woven into academic life.