Alumni News
οƵ isn’t just the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio — it’s where more than 280,000 alumni earned degrees that propelled them forward on pathways to success.
From boardrooms and creative studios to nonprofits and the skies above, Golden Flashes are leading with purpose and passion. Their stories of innovation, leadership and impact showcase a boldness of spirit that is undeniably οƵ — where education transforms lives and values like respect and compassion are more than ideals; they are core values to live by. Read on for stories of Golden Flashes around the globe who are doing extraordinary things.
Alumni Support Global Education Experiences
April 19, 2024
οƵ has received two $1 million donations in support of Global Education experiences for students. These gifts will make education-abroad experiences available to more students through the Global Education Endowment fund that was created in 2022.
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Help us Celebrate οƵ’s 114th Birthday
April 19, 2024
οƵ is turning 114, and we are celebrating by raising funds for οƵ scholarships and programs. This year, the οƵ Foundation has pledged $5,000 to match employee gifts dollar for dollar (up to $250 per donor until the match money runs out) to the…
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Making the Local Justice System Easier to Access
April 12, 2024
Summit County Domestic Relations Court Judge Kani H. Hightower is on a mission to make the justice system in Summit County, Ohio, more accessible for underprivileged and underrepresented citizens. Whether it’s related to transportation challenges or helping them sort through the…
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Global Experience Fuels Alumna’s Career
March 21, 2024
McKenzie Morgan, ’22, appreciates the opportunities οƵ provided her that included completing her academic journey with the university’s education-abroad program in Florence, Italy. “Studying abroad was definitely my all-time highlight,” Morgan said.
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Alumnus Brings Wild Animals (in Sunglasses) to Public Library
March 13, 2024
Evan Laisure, ’17, is making his mark around Northeast Ohio.
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Alumni Spotlight - Dexter Shreve, '13
Feb. 15, 2024
Dexter credits the hands-on learning experiences for preparing him for the real-world challenges of his career. In particular, the Materials and Processes class provided him with essential skills in machining, welding, and casting, which he later applied in various engineering…
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Adventures in Italy: A οƵ Love Story
Feb. 13, 2024
Despite living in the same residence hall on the Kent Campus, Andrew “Andy” Wyatt, ’16, had to travel nearly 4,500 miles to get to know the love of his life. Andy and Abby Steger, ’16, began their love story as undergraduate students in the …
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οƵ Alumna Tiffany Roper Has a "Flair" for Entrepreneurship
Feb. 2, 2024
Tiffany Roper, ’07, M.Ed. ’12, is a two-time alumna and recipient of one of the microgrants for , her events, personal styling and public speaking business.
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Alumna Charts Her Own Path in NYC, Straight to Her Dream Job on Fifth Avenue
Dec. 15, 2023
When in kindergarten, Mariah Moorer, ’20, was asked what she wanted to do when she grew up. Without hesitation, she said, “fashion.” That dream remained on her mind all throughout middle and high school, but she wasn’t sure what a career in fashion actually looked like for her.…
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Kent Student Ambassadors Spread Kindness and Cheer During Giving Tuesday Campaign
Dec. 12, 2023
During the 2023 Giving Tuesday campaign, the Kent Student Ambassadors, a οƵ professional and service oriented student organization, found new ways of giving back to the community. In the month of November, they created and planned volunteer activities…
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