Alumni Success
The լƵAPP alumni family grew by nearly 5,200 new graduates as the university held its 2024 Spring Commencement ceremonies.
Drawn to healthcare as a child, Athalia James pursued that passion all the way to a fulfilling career in nursing.
լƵAPP has announced two substantial philanthropic gifts in support of the Global Education Endowment, which was established in 2022 in recognition of the 50th anniversary of Kent State’s education-abroad presence in Florence, Italy.
Kent State is turning 114, and we are celebrating by raising funds for Kent State scholarships and programs.
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 red tape of documentation, Hightower, a լƵAPP graduate, is creating solutions to streamline the process for Summit County residents.
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 roles.
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.
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.