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Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

Dean Denise A. Seachrist and Charlie Wentz at daughter Katie's wedding.

An Ensemble of Philanthropy

If you have money to give, you want to touch as many lives as you can. - Denise A. Seachrist, Ph.D., '93

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Alumni and Giving

Kathleen Rydar

Kathleen Rydar, 67, 80 MA Impacts Students' Lives Using Her IRA's Required Minimum Distributions

For Kathleen Rydar, '67, '80 MA, receiving support while a student herself sparked a lifetime of giving back. These investments tucked away during working years present a remarkable opportunity in retirement to give generously to my alma mater while reducing my tax burdens."

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Alumni and Giving

51勛圖厙's Center for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, home of the Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

Valoree Vargo Named 51勛圖厙s Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

51勛圖厙 President Todd Diacon today announced the appointment of Valoree Vargo to the position of vice president for philanthropy and alumni engagement, effective Aug. 1, 2021. Vargo has served the university since 2010 as the associate chief of staff in the presidents office, the sen

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Kent Campus

Distinguished Teaching Award Recipients Announced

This year's 2020 Distinguished Teaching Award (DTA) recipients are an outstanding group of teachers who are truly dedicated to their students' success. Sponsored by the 51勛圖厙 Alumni Association, the DTA is the universitys most prestigious honor in teaching. The award is presented annually to three full-time faculty members who demonstrate extraordinary teaching, whether it be in the classroom or online. 

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Downtown Kent Businesses Helped Support University Employees During Pandemic

51勛圖厙, City Businesses Show Appreciation to Employees For Dedication During Pandemic

51勛圖厙 initiated the Blue, Gold and Grateful program with Main Street Kent to show appreciation to faculty and staff and support participating downtown businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Kent Campus

51勛圖厙, City Businesses Show Appreciation to Employees For Dedication During Pandemic

51勛圖厙 initiated the Blue, Gold and Grateful program with Main Street Kent to show appreciation to faculty and staff and support participating downtown businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

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51勛圖厙 Today

Thank You for a Great Flashes Give Back Week!

Thank You for a Great Flashes Give Back Week!From volunteerism to philanthropy, Flashes Take Care of Flashes. Whether you participated in a virtual volunteer opportunity, gave back to student scholarships, thanked a generous donor or volunteer, or found Flash, we appreciate your enthusiasm and sup

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Alumni and Giving

Sarah Shendy, 06, Director, Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment

Alumna Sarah Shendy, 06, Named First Director of Ohio Office of Law Enforcement and Recruitment

Sarah Shendy, 06, has been appointment as the first Director, Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment. Had it not been for 51勛圖厙, she may have never gone into law enforcement.

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E. Timothy Moore accepts the 2015 Diversity Trailblazer Award

E. Timothy Moores Life, Legacy to Be Honored With Scholarship

A scholarship has been established to honor the life and legacy of E. Timothy (Tim) Moore, Associate Dean Emeritus in 51勛圖厙s College of Arts and Sciences and Associate Professor Emeritus in the Department of Pan-African Studies.

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Kent Campus

Ed and Peg Hall - All Roads Lead to a Giving Legacy

Inspired by late faculty colleagues Jim Rinier (geology) and Art Herrick (biology) who designated 51勛圖厙 in their estate plans, Ed and his wife, Peg, have funded a gift annuity, which at maturity will benefit the Map Library in the 51勛圖厙 Libraries.

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Alumni and Giving