Kent State Fun Facts
Kent State was founded in this year, the same as the first flight.
1910
This group, responsible for global medical well being, was formed by the United Nations after World War II, combining the efforts of groups like the International Sanitary Conferences. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, their three-letter acronym looks like a question.
WHO, world health organization
This person can help you schedule classes, plan your semesters, and much more!
Advisor
The College of Public Health at Kent State was founded in this year, the year "TikTok" by Kesha was the Billboard Song of the Year.
2010
The KSU Mascot goes by this name.
Flash the Eagle
An attempt to improve public health by creating a cancer-curing virus instead wiped out most of mankind prior to the events of this 2007 post-apocalyptic Will Smith film.
I am Legend
You have access to all KSU resources as a student, even online, such as scheduling with this type of advisor for all your job planning, resumes, and employment advice.
Career/Career Advisor
A Kent State alumni known for his 1989 film, The Batman
(Michael Keaton)
University of Toledo and University of Michigan share THIS with Kent State.
colors, blue and gold
On May 8, 1980, the World Health Organization officially declared that "the world and all its peoples have won freedom from" this deadly infectious disease?
Smallpox
Students can schedule with this service to receive FREE services related to mental health. They also offer workshops on various topics throughout the semester.
Counselling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
A top major at Kent State, this program started it all in 1910 when Kent State was founded as a normal school.
(Education)
This animal is the unofficial KSU mascot and can be found all over our campus (color and species).
Black Squirrels
Green biotechnology refers to biotechnology used in the environmental sector, whereas this color is used to describe biotechnology used in the medical and pharma field?
Red
This center enhances the experiences of adult, military-connected, and parenting students both in and out of the classroom. Their inclusive focus ensures an engaging student experience through programs, services, and compliance with military-connected federal agencies.
CAVS/Center for Adult and Veteran Services
The weekend of October 21st, when Kent State students and alumni come together to celebrate Kent State. We are planning our events and would love to see some of you in person!
(Homecoming)
The approximate number of Kent State Students
33,000
In an effort to address a public health crisis, the Google ______ Indicator, sponsored by the Indian Ministry of Urban Development was integrated into Google Maps in India in 2016.
Toilet
This person focuses on student success and retention as well as recruiting for the next class of Flashes! She is a great resource for you if you have any questions and she tries to make sure all feel welcome and involved.
Gretchen!
Kent State University's 13th president.
(Todd Diacon)