Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ 50 Years of Education Abroad in Florence, Italy, With Weeklong Series of Events
91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ University leadership and donors known as the Renaissance Scholars Society will gather to commemorate 50 years of education abroad in Florence, Italy, during the first week of October.

Philanthropic Gifts Prompt 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ Ashtabula Main Hall to Be Renamed After Longtime Dean Susan J. Stocker, Ph.D.
In recognition of the generosity and commitment of James E. Mayer Jr. and Glen and Nancy Warner for their gifts toward a $500,000 endowment, the 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ University Board of Trustees approved on Sept. 20 naming the main building at 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ University at Ashtabula as Susan J. Stocker Hall.

IN A FLASH: Four-Legged Flashes on Campus
91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ canines and their human companions came to the Kent Campus for the Dog Days of Summer.

A Showcase of Style
Industry professionals, along with 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ students, alumni and faculty attended the 2023 Portfolio Showcase at 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ NYC Fashion

91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ Philanthropy Through Scholarships, Students Vote to Support Fellow Flashes in Need

Celebrate Another Trip Around the Sun for 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ
On May 18-19, the university community will celebrate 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ University’s 113th birthday with its annual Day of Giving.
Honors College 2023 Distinguished Faculty Award Winner Announced
The 37th Annual Senior Honors Luncheon was held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 in the 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ University Ballroom to recognize seniors graduating in the spring, summer and fall of 2023. This ceremony also provides an opportunity for the Honors College to recognize faculty who have served the college with their time and efforts to allow for exceptional opportunities and experiences for Honors students.

A RECAP: The 37th Annual Senior Honors Luncheon
On Saturday, April 22, 2023, the 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ University Honors College recognized graduating seniors at its annual Senior Honors Luncheon. This event congratulated Honors College members for their upcoming graduations in the spring, summer, and fall of 2023. Seniors were able to unwind as they met with staff and alumni to applaud their accomplishments. Attendees of the luncheon also heard from Denise Harrison, recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Honors Faculty Award and Gary F. Bengier, recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Honors Alumni Award.

Alumna Roe Green to Receive Honorary 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ University Doctoral Degree
The 91Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ University Board of Trustees has approved awarding Roe Green, MA ’80, a Doctor of Humane Letters, an honorary degree recognizing her contributions to the university and her advocacy for the arts not only in Northeast Ohio, but also across the nation and around the world.