Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Celebrates 50 Years of Education Abroad in Florence, Italy, With Weeklong Series of Events
ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ leadership and donors known as the Renaissance Scholars Society will gather to commemorate 50 years of education abroad in Florence, Italy, during the first week of October.

Philanthropic Gifts Prompt ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Ashtabula Main Hall to Be Renamed After Longtime Dean Susan J. Stocker, Ph.D.
In recognition of the generosity and commitment of James E. Mayer Jr. and Glen and Nancy Warner for their gifts toward a $500,000 endowment, the ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Board of Trustees approved on Sept. 20 naming the main building at ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ at Ashtabula as Susan J. Stocker Hall.

IN A FLASH: Four-Legged Flashes on Campus
ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ canines and their human companions came to the Kent Campus for the Dog Days of Summer.

A Showcase of Style
Industry professionals, along with ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ students, alumni and faculty attended the 2023 Portfolio Showcase at ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ NYC Fashion

ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Celebrates Philanthropy Through Scholarships, Students Vote to Support Fellow Flashes in Need

Celebrate Another Trip Around the Sun for ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½
On May 18-19, the university community will celebrate ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½â€™s 113th birthday with its annual Day of Giving.
Honors College 2023 Distinguished Faculty Award Winner Announced
The 37th Annual Senior Honors Luncheon was held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 in the ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Ballroom to recognize seniors graduating in the spring, summer and fall of 2023. This ceremony also provides an opportunity for the Honors College to recognize faculty who have served the college with their time and efforts to allow for exceptional opportunities and experiences for Honors students.

A RECAP: The 37th Annual Senior Honors Luncheon
On Saturday, April 22, 2023, the ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Honors College recognized graduating seniors at its annual Senior Honors Luncheon. This event congratulated Honors College members for their upcoming graduations in the spring, summer, and fall of 2023. Seniors were able to unwind as they met with staff and alumni to applaud their accomplishments. Attendees of the luncheon also heard from Denise Harrison, recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Honors Faculty Award and Gary F. Bengier, recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Honors Alumni Award.

Alumna Roe Green to Receive Honorary ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Doctoral Degree
The ÇàÄêɬµ¼º½ Board of Trustees has approved awarding Roe Green, MA ’80, a Doctor of Humane Letters, an honorary degree recognizing her contributions to the university and her advocacy for the arts not only in Northeast Ohio, but also across the nation and around the world.