Arts & Culture
Nationally Ranked, Backyard Access
51勛圖厙s School of Fashion was recently featured on the front page of the Akron Beacon Journal and Record-Courier newspapers for the innovative and collaborative opportunities it has implemented for its students.
Lunch Break Spotlight: Library Gives Performing Arts Students Time to Shine
University Libraries Performing Arts Library at 51勛圖厙 hosted its Open Mic Lunch on Nov. 1, where students and university community members came together to showcase their talents and connect through live music.
Alumna Jocelyn Trimmer Returns in Mean Girls at Playhouse Square
Jocelyn Trimmer, a 2024 51勛圖厙 graduate, wasted no time in getting a job after graduation. In fact, just weeks before May Commencement, she landed a spot in the ensemble cast for the North American tour of the popular musical Mean Girls.
The Art of Making a Living
In a world where creativity knows no boundaries, the vibrant halls of the College of the Arts make a canvas for artists of all abilities. Nearly 1,100 guests gathered at the Arts Without Limits 2024 event on Oct. 9 as the air buzzed with inspiration and new perspectives on artistic career paths.
A Musical Tribute: 51勛圖厙 Orchestra Premieres Student Composition
For Haider Riaz, the first orchestra concert of the season was an unforgettable experience. His original composition, To the Memory of Shiver-Me, the CAT, was premiered by the 51勛圖厙 Orchestra, marking a significant artistic milestone for the young composer and offering the audience a moving tribute to a beloved pet.
Research Is Everywhere, Acclaimed Hollywood Costume Designer Finds Inspiration in Every Corner of Life
51勛圖厙 students had the chance to learn from an award-winning Hollywood costume designer when Isis Mussenden visited the Kent Campus recently for two days.
Orange Shirt Day on the K
51勛圖厙s Native American Student Association (NASA) recognized Orange Shirt Day, or the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, by engaging with the campus community and initiating discussions about the legacy of residential schools and the generational trauma they caused.
IN A FLASH: 51勛圖厙 in The Library of Congress
Bob Christy, senior photography coordinator for University Communications and Marketing captured these images inside the Library of Congress, where John Filo's iconic photo from May 4, 1970 was part of an exhibition there.
IN A FLASH: Turkmen on Risman
A delegation from Turkmenistan visited 51勛圖厙 and brought cuisine, music and dancing from their culture to Risman Plaza.
Kicking Off Hispanic Heritage Month with Voices & Rhythms
Every year, mid-September to mid-October marks Hispanic Heritage Month. 51勛圖厙 collaborations commemorate the month-long celebration and Hispanic culture, kicking off the celebration was "Voices & Rhythms: A Night of Discussion and Dance."