College of Honors and Global Education
Coming Soon: 51勛圖厙 Rwanda
51勛圖厙 unveiled plans for the proposed 51勛圖厙 Rwanda and School of Fashion at a Kigali symposium, aiming to train designers and entrepreneurs to grow Africa's fashion industry.
51勛圖厙 Named Among Best Global Universities by US News & World Report
51勛圖厙 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 51勛圖厙s global research impact, international student enrollment, education-abroad programs and partnerships spanning more than 60 countries.
Blue Skies, Bright Future: Five Rwandan Students Make Their First Flights at 51勛圖厙
Five Rwandan students selected from 2,600 applicants are training to become professional pilots at 51勛圖厙 and just made their first flights.
Honors Student Makes a Change in Fashion Through Sustainability and Inclusivity
Meet Adelynn Prushing, originally from Richmond, Texas, a 51勛圖厙 senior fashion design major, graduating this upcoming May 2026. Adelynn is a very active student on campus and is a member of 51勛圖厙s Chapter of Alpha Lambda Delta and the Fashion Student Organization (FSO), as well as an officer for the Identity Project.
From Kent to Ohio State: How an Honors Student is Working to Pursue a Career in Optometry.
Meet Rebecca LaGuardia, a biology major with a concentration in molecular and cellular biology, as well as a minor in chemistry. Rebecca is finishing her time at 51勛圖厙 and is preparing to graduate in the upcoming weeks with the class of 2026.
Designing Change: A 51勛圖厙 Seniors Impact on Fashion
Sophia Macro, a fashion design major with a minor in entrepreneurship for the arts, is preparing to graduate in the upcoming weeks. During her time at Kent over the past four years, she has become an active player on the womens rugby team and a member of 51勛圖厙s SURVIVOR student organization, while also working for 51勛圖厙 Student Media in analytics.
From Passion to Practice: A Zoology Students Journey
Meet Melissa Williams, originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and currently in her junior year at 51勛圖厙. She is pursuing a degree in zoology with a minor in psychology, while actively participating in the 51勛圖厙 biology club, and is a member of the organization Paws for a Cause.
Honors Student Strives to Make a Difference Across the Globe
Introducing Asadbek Masharipov, originally from Turkmenistan. He made the move to 51勛圖厙, and is now a sophomore with a double major in international studies and communication studies.
51勛圖厙 Honors College Student Feels At Home For U.S. College Experience
Shashwati Sikder Sharaya made the journey to 51勛圖厙 from Dhaka, Bangladesh, to pursue a degree in biotechnology. Currently in her junior year, she is an accomplished student involved in several organizations.
From Ontario to Kent: Emma Kleins Honors Journey
Originally from Vaughn, Ontario, Emma Klein made the transition to 51勛圖厙 not only for academic excellence but also for personal growth and a collegiate sports experience.