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Nationally Distinctive

A Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University student works on her computer. (Photo credit: Rami Daud)

Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Online Graduate Programs Earn Top National Rankings From US News

Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University has earned recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Online Programs rankings. Three Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ programs rank in the top 100 nationally among all public and private institutions in the new rankings.

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Lisa Borgerding, professor of science education.

IN A FLASH: Science Educator of the Year

A Professor in the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s School of Teaching, Leadership, and Curriculum Studies was recognized as the 2026 Outstanding Science Educator of the Year.

Tags: School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies , University News , faculty , Nationally Distinctive , STEM

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Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Museum Receives Highest National Recognition

The Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Museum has been awarded reaccreditation from the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded to museums in the United States.

Tags: Arts and Culture , Nationally Distinctive

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Sunrise near Student Recreation Fields by Elizabeth Kudravy.

IN A FLASH: Pastel Morning

A Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ staffer shared an image of a misty, painted sky on campus in early January.

Tags: Community & Society , Nationally Distinctive , Kent Campus , Student Life

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Early January snowfall, Spring Semester 2026.

IN A FLASH: A Snowy Start

The first week of Spring Semester 2026 ended with colder temperatures and a snowstorm.

Tags: Nationally Distinctive , Student Life , Spring Semester

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Arts and Crafts at WinterBlast 2025.

IN A FLASH: Have a WINTERBLAST This Weekend!

WinterBlast 2026, presented by Flashes Activities Board (FAB) will blast off at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Jan. 17.

Tags: Student Life , Nationally Distinctive , Spring Semester , Student Organizations , Student Recreation and Wellness Center

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Small snow plow on The Esplanade.

IN A FLASH: Keeping Campus Looking Great - and Safe!

During Winter Break and all throughout the year, in every season, the dedicated people of University Facilities Management work to keep all of Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹'s campuses running smoothly and looking great.

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Winter on campus 2025.

IN A FLASH: Scenes From a Snowy Campus

The last weeks of Fall Semester 2025 at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ included the first significant snowfall of the season, finals week and Fall Commencement ceremonies for the final segment of the university's Class of 2025.

Tags: Nationally Distinctive , Student Life , Fall Semester

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Women's Wrestling

Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Adds Women's Wrestling

Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University announced today that women’s wrestling will become the athletics department’s 20th varsity sport, marking a historic addition to the Golden Flashes athletics lineup and a milestone for collegiate athletics in Ohio. Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ becomes the first NCAA Division I institution in the state and fifth in the nation to sponsor women’s wrestling.

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Delonte Goodman at his thesis defense.

Two Degrees Completed, on His Way to His Third

Graduate student Delonte Goodman finished his fall semester at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ by successfully defending his master's thesis and receiving his master's degree. When he returns to campus in the spring, he will work as a teaching assistant as he begins his doctoral program. 

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