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Fulbright Scholars assemble prosthetic hands as part of the Fulbright Pre-Academic Program at ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ.

Fulbright Scholars at ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ for American Higher Education Immersion

For the past month, ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ has hosted 37 international graduate students as part of the Fulbright Pre-Academic Program, a monthlong immersion in American higher education and culture. The group, from 26 countries, arrived on the Kent Campus on July 21 and was scheduled to depart on Aug. 17 to begin their graduate programs at universities throughout the country.  

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Summer in Kent 2024

IN A FLASH: The Spirit of Summer

While there are fewer students on campus during summer break, the Kent Campus is still alive with energy and aspirations. ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ International Admissions celebrated the spirit of summer in Kent with inspiring words and beautiful images that welcome their international students to campus. 

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ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ's international student-athletes have an extraordinary sense of commitment to academics and athletics.

International Student-Athletes Find Second Home at ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ's international student-athletes make an extraordinary commitment to leave their countries to study and train so far away from home. 

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ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ in Pakistan

IN A FLASH: ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ in Pakistan

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ 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. 

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Turkey vulture atop a section of the University Library

IN A FLASH: Definitely NOT Our Mascot

A ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ staffer spotted an unusual visitor atop a section of the University Library. 

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Juneteenth Jubilee 2024

IN A FLASH: A Jubilant Juneteenth Celebration

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ celebrated Juneteenth on Risman Plaza and the Student Green on June 18 with food, dancing and music. 

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International Talent and Fashion Show

‘With One Twirl of a Sari, One Beat of a Drum and One Shared Smile at a Time’

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ International Admissions’ Spring International Talent and Fashion Show celebrates cultural diversity.

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ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ at Akron Pride 2023

Celebrating Pride Statewide in June and Beyond

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ'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. 

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

Ph.D. Candidates Shed Light on Transgender History and Current Challenges

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ 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.

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ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ Graduate Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing

Refugee Overcomes Obstacles to Graduate and Inspire Community

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

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