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»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥'s international student-athletes have an extraordinary sense of commitment to academics and athletics.

»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥'s international student-athletes make an extraordinary commitment to leave their countries to study and train so far away from home. 

»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ in Pakistan

»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ 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. 

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Turkey vulture atop a section of the University Library

A »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ staffer spotted an unusual visitor atop a section of the University Library. 

Juneteenth Jubilee 2024

»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ celebrated Juneteenth on Risman Plaza and the Student Green on June 18 with food, dancing and music. 

International Talent and Fashion Show

»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ International Admissions’ Spring International Talent and Fashion Show celebrates cultural diversity.

»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ at Akron Pride 2023

»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥'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. 

A rainbow flag adorns the Main Street Bridge in Downtown Kent for Pride Month.

»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ 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.

»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Graduate Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing

As a young refugee, Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing, a recent »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ graduate, has not only overcome significant challenges during her time in the United States, but she’s also helping others in similar circumstances.

Karamu 2024

Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados is an annual tradition celebrating all of »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥'s graduating African American, Native American, Latinx, Hispanic and Multiracial undergraduate and graduate students.

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Lavender Graduation 2024

Ahead of university-wide commencement ceremonies, the annual Lavender Graduation ceremony honors the achievements of graduating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally (LGBTQ+) students at »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥