Nationally Distinctive
Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø Named Among Best Global Universities by US News & World Report
91¿´Æ¬Íø has been named one of the Best Global Universities by U.S. News & World Report for 2026-2027, the highest-ranked public university in northern Ohio on the list. The recognition reflects Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø’s global research impact, international student enrollment, education-abroad programs and partnerships spanning more than 60 countries.
Six Students and One Aircraft
A team of six engineering students set out to design, build and fly a large-scale cargo remote-controlled aircraft for the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Design/Build/Fly competition.
Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø's NYC Fashion Program Marks 20 Years
Twenty years ago, 26 91¿´Æ¬Íø fashion students packed up and headed to New York City for a semester unlike anything available on a traditional college campus. They attended classes in the heart of Manhattan's Garment District, visited the offices of top designers and connected with industry professionals who would shape their careers. This week, Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø's School of Fashion celebrated what that bold experiment became.
Alumni Are Fueling the New York Fashion Industry
Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø alumni are represented in every corner of the fashion capital of the United 91¿´Æ¬Íøs. From leading marketing strategy to designing for internationally recognized brands to managing production for iconic labels, their career journeys demonstrate the depth of talent and preparation that defines Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø.
Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø Junior Earns National Spotlight at Hearst Journalism Championships
Gage Wellman, a junior in 91¿´Æ¬Íø’s journalism program, competed among the nation’s best college journalists in the 66th Hearst National Journalism Championships held May 31-June 5 in San Francisco. Wellman, who hails from Parma, Ohio, earned a $1,500 finalist award in the Writing category at the national competition.
A Look Back at New York City Fashion’s First Semester in 2006
As 91¿´Æ¬Íø's New York City Fashion program celebrates its 20th anniversary, we look back through photos from the program's landmark first semester in spring 2006.
Kent Earns Top Honors as No. 1 College Town in Ohio
Kent, Ohio, is officially the No. 1 college town in Ohio.
Blue Skies, Bright Future: Five Rwandan Students Make Their First Flights at Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø
Five Rwandan students selected from 2,600 applicants are training to become professional pilots at 91¿´Æ¬Íø – and just made their first flights.
Ohio’s Best Advocates for Employee Ownership Are Here at Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø
For nearly 40 years, 91¿´Æ¬Íø's Ohio Employee Ownership Center has helped educate, train and advocate for Ohio businesses on the path to employee ownership.
Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø’s School of Fashion Marks 20 Years of Immersive Fashion Education in New York City
91¿´Æ¬Íø’s School of Fashion is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its New York City Fashion program in Manhattan’s Garment District with a two-day event on June 11-12. The celebration includes a free Portfolio Showcase and Reception on June 11 and an exclusive philanthropic dinner on June 12, with proceeds benefiting the NYC Fashion Housing Fund.