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Fulbright Scholars at Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« for American Higher Education Immersion
For the past month, Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University has hosted 37 international graduate students as part of the Fulbright Pre-Academic Program, a monthlong immersion in American higher education and culture. The group, from 26 countries, arrived on the Kent Campus on July 21 and was scheduled to depart on Aug. 17 to begin their graduate programs at universities throughout the country.
IN A FLASH: The Spirit of Summer
While there are fewer students on campus during summer break, the Kent Campus is still alive with energy and aspirations. Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University International Admissions celebrated the spirit of summer in Kent with inspiring words and beautiful images that welcome their international students to campus.
International Student-Athletes Find Second Home at Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ«
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ«'s international student-athletes make an extraordinary commitment to leave their countries to study and train so far away from home.
IN A FLASH: Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« in Pakistan
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« staffers travel the globe to share all that's great about our university and recently traveled to Pakistan to meet with high school students and counselors.
IN A FLASH: Definitely NOT Our Mascot
A Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« staffer spotted an unusual visitor atop a section of the University Library.
IN A FLASH: A Jubilant Juneteenth Celebration
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University celebrated Juneteenth on Risman Plaza and the Student Green on June 18 with food, dancing and music.
‘With One Twirl of a Sari, One Beat of a Drum and One Shared Smile at a Time’
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« International Admissions’ Spring International Talent and Fashion Show celebrates cultural diversity.
Celebrating Pride Statewide in June and Beyond
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University's LGBTQ+ Center is celebrating Pride Month by boosting activities statewide, collaborating with local events, hosting a walking group and planning for a fabulous Fall Semester.
Ph.D. Candidates Shed Light on Transgender History and Current Challenges
Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« Ph.D. candidates Beau Shaniuk and Dana Oleskiewicz provide a historical context for the transgender experience and discuss the challenges the community faces in light of the increasing number of anti-trans bills being introduced across the country.
Refugee Overcomes Obstacles to Graduate and Inspire Community
As a young refugee, Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing, a recent Â鶹ÊÓƵ×îÐÂ×îÈ« University graduate, has not only overcome significant challenges during her time in the United States, but she’s also helping others in similar circumstances.