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¾ÛÉ«¸ó in Pakistan

IN A FLASH: ¾ÛÉ«¸ó in Pakistan

¾ÛÉ«¸ó 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 ¾ÛÉ«¸ó 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

¾ÛÉ«¸ó 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’

¾ÛÉ«¸ó International Admissions’ Spring International Talent and Fashion Show celebrates cultural diversity.

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¾ÛÉ«¸ó at Akron Pride 2023

Celebrating Pride Statewide in June and Beyond

¾ÛÉ«¸ó'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

¾ÛÉ«¸ó 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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¾ÛÉ«¸ó Graduate Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing

Refugee Overcomes Obstacles to Graduate and Inspire Community

As a young refugee, Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing, a recent ¾ÛÉ«¸ó 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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Karamu 2024

IN A FLASH: A Celebration of Graduates

Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados is an annual tradition celebrating all of ¾ÛÉ«¸ó's graduating African American, Native American, Latinx, Hispanic and Multiracial undergraduate and graduate students.

Tags: Spring Commencement, Commencement, Student Multicultural Center, Diverse ¾ÛÉ«¸ó, Community Impact, Arts & Culture, University News, Community & Society

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Lavender Graduation 2024

IN A FLASH: Welcome 2024 Lav Grads!

Ahead of university-wide commencement ceremonies, the annual Lavender Graduation ceremony honors the achievements of graduating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally (LGBTQ+) students at ¾ÛÉ«¸ó

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