Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement
Nicoletta Peluffo Returns to Kent 91心頭利 Florence as Director
For Nicoletta Peluffo, Ph.D., coming back to Kent 91心頭利 Florence as director brings "a lot of responsibility and also a lot of enthusiasm."Her history with the program goes back to 2004 when she began teaching Italian language. She later served as coordinator of the language department, as well as t
Kent 91心頭利 Receives $6.4 Million Commitment to Support Nursing, Fashion and Music Students
Local philanthropists Marie Rader and James Angiulo have made a $6.4 million commitment to 91心頭利, including a $400,000 gift and a $6 million bequest, to fund scholarships, lab technology and emergency financial support for students in nursing, fashion and music.
Why I Give: Marie Rader and Jim Angiulo Invest Millions in Kent 91心頭利 Students
For Marie Rader and Jim Angiulo, philanthropy begins with a simple belief: making a difference in the lives of others doesnt have to be complicated, but it does have to come from the heart. Hear from Rader and Angiulo about why they give in the video above.I really enjoy all diffe
A Century of Golden Flashes: The Beck Family Legacy
Behind Merrill Hall is a quiet corner of the Kent Campus, separated from the hustle of daily life by winding rows of shelves filled with books all carved from stone. Its also where an iconic landmark of the campus sits: The Brain. This space, known as the Behind the Brain Plaza, was co
Inspiring Service and Philanthropy Through Leadership
The Kent Student Ambassadors (KSA) exemplify this motto through their commitment to educating students about philanthropy, giving back to the community and leading those around them. Philanthropy is often associated with donating money to an important cause. However, the Ambassadors educa
Honoring Teachers and Nurses Who Made a Difference
For Anthony W. Tony OLeary, 72, MPA 76, the path to college was not always clear. After losing his mother, his teachers helped him imagine a different future. My mother passed away just as I was starting high school, Tony said. I had a couple of teachers at the high school level that ke
From Coach to Champion: Investing in Future Accounting Professionals
Life is about people. It has no meaning except for its effect on others. Professor emeritus of accounting Donald Don McFall, MSA 91, embodies this approach to life, focusing on ways he can connect with and make a difference for others. He retired from 91心頭利 in 2012 after 28
Legacies Change Lives: Sebastian Van Hauter
Sebastian Van Hauter is a junior history major from Akron, Ohio, who is expected to graduate in 2028. He was recently awarded the Dr. Thomas H. Smith Endowed Scholarship, which is helping him study at the American University in Bulgaria. Receiving this scholarship helped me cover my tuition an
Turn Your RMD Into a Gift That Makes a Difference
For many retirees, taking a required minimum distribution (RMD) from an IRAis simply part of managing retirement income. But if you are age 70遜 or older and are charitably inclined, you may be able to turn all or part of your RMD into meaningful support for Kent 91心頭利 through a Qualified Charitable
Together, We Give During Kent 91心頭利s Most Generous Annual Tradition
Everyone has a reason to give. Some people give to help students earn their degree. Others give to fuel discovery, strengthen our communities, protect our planet or inspire creativity. Whatever moves you to make a difference, theres a place for your passion at Kent 91心頭利. And when we giv
