Admissions Student Blog
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Explore original blogs written by current students and recent graduates about their KSU experience. From their first flight in the cockpit, to their life-changing study abroad experience and finding community on campus, our Golden Flashes have incredible tales to tell. Check back for new posts and follow us for new post announcements!
Featured Blogs
From Brotherhood to the Bar Exam
Hello! My name is Blake Rainey, and I am a junior Political Science major with a minor in Spanish. I know the college admissions process can be challenging, believe me, whether it be the applications, scholarships, or even just making a decision – it is an important thing that can have a lasting impact on the rest of your life.
Blueprints for Community: Beyond the Comfort Zone
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Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Future
Hello, my name is Angel Guinn! I am currently in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, and I am majoring in with a minor in !
The Flight Path to Future Success
My name is Jackson Polcyn, I am an aeronautics major concentrating in air traffic control (ATC) with a minor in aircraft dispatch. I expect to graduate in the spring of 2026.
Out of This World Opportunities
My name is Tristan Magel. I am an aerospace engineering student with a minor in applied mathematics and I am in the Honors College. I am on track to graduate in 2026.
Above all else, one factor drove me to choose Kent State: aerospace engineering.
From Undecided to Unstoppable
My name is Ella McCloskey, and I’m a communication studies major with a human development and family sciences minor scheduled to graduate in the spring of 2027.
Making the Most of Every Opportunity
My name is Lilly Kensicki, and I am a first-generation, third-year mechatronics engineering technology major with a minor in sustainability, graduating in 2026.
The Building Blocks for Business Brilliance
Since I was young, I’ve always known Kent State was where I wanted to go to school. My dad has worked at Kent State for years, and living nearby, I was very familiar with the campus.
Learning Locally to Succeed Globally
My name is Nicholas Baird, and I’m currently studying mechatronics engineering. I graduate in spring 2025.
My Exploratory Experience
Hey! My name is Bre, and I’m a junior at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø. I’m set to graduate in 2026.
Honing Her Skills as an Honors Student
My name is Savannah Vinkler, and I’m currently a senior at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø, majoring in cybersecurity engineering.
A Blueprint for Student Success
Hi, everyone! My name is Vitoria and I’m an international student from Brazil. I’m a third year architecture student minoring in at Kent State, and I’ll be graduating with my bachelor’s degree in 2026.
"My Dreams Have Truly Taken Flight."
Jet fuel has always been in my blood, and at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø, my dreams have truly taken flight. The sight, the sound and the power of aviation all around me confirmed that Kent State was where I belonged.
Engineering a Bright Future
My name is Autumn Ohl, and I’m currently an major at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø set to graduate in the spring of 2025.
Securing a Career in Cybersecurity
Hey, guys! My name is Ishva Kanani, and I graduated from the program at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø in May 2022.
Creating Space in a Welcoming Place
My name is Brian Johnson. I'm a 2024 graduate with a major in and a minor in . I’m from the wonderful city of Cleveland, Ohio. Whenever I meet people, I’m often asked why I chose ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø.
A Natural with Nature and Research
My name is Olivia Eader, and I am a recent graduate of Kent State in environmental studies and English. Making Kent my home was the best decision I have ever made because of the opportunities I have been given.
Transferring to a New Beginning
Hi! My name is Ali Bredek, and I am currently an major, with a minor in . I plan to graduate in December 2025. However, this is only my second year on campus.
Echoes of Home: A Journey of Growth and Belonging
As I pen this story, Jhené Aiko's "Born Tired" loops in the background, a fitting soundtrack for a narrative penned during Black History Month and a testament to the journey of resilience and discovery I've embarked upon.
Stepping Out in Faith and Finding Her Place
In all honesty, Kent State was not my first-choice school, but I am truly thankful that this is the school I attend. I was drawn to the school wanting to be a fashion design major and the fashion design program here is one of the best in the country.
3x Published and Ph.D. bound
I’m Anna Anello, I’m a double major in neuroscience and computer science with a minor in psychology and I’ll graduate in fall 2024.
Spinal Injury Research: Improving Quality of Life
My name is Autumn Redd, and I am majoring in neuroscience with a pre-medicine concentration. I am expected to graduate in the spring of 2025.
Back on Track: From College Dropout to Global Learner
Trigger warning: Mentions of sexual assault.
All ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø Honors
Hello all, my name is Phoenix Allen and I’m majoring in . I chose computer engineering as my major because I built my very own first desktop computer and I have always been good with technology, so I decided to pursue that passion.
A Friendly Face at Kent State
Public speaking is something I have never shied away from, which led me to where I am now as a ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø tour guide. My name is Mia Hammerton, and I am a major on track to graduate in the spring of 2026.
Finding Her Passion Through Fashion
My name is Frances Brunner, and I am from Louisville, Kentucky. I am currently in my senior year as a BFA Fashion Design major at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø.
A Supply Chain of Student Success
Hi everyone! My name is Tyler Urban and I’m currently a senior here at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø graduating in the spring of 2024. My major is Economics with a minor in Finance.
Researching Planetary Exploration – as a Freshman
My name is Andrew Pertz, I am an aerospace engineering student with a minor in applied mathematics in the Honors College. In a lot of ways, I feel like Kent State found me. As a first-generation college student, the process of applying and finding schools was very overwhelming.
Flashathon: Dancing Away for $17k
My name is Hayden Cruz and I am a sophomore journalism major. I came to Kent State because I was looking for a school with a great campus atmosphere!
The Power of Professor-Student Partnerships
My name is Cameron Gmitra and I recently graduated with a degree in with a minor in computer science. At KSU, I have enjoyed my time learning more about math and computer science.
Serving up Experience in Chefology
My name is Angel Fahrney and I am majoring in Hospitality and Event Management (HEM) with concentrations in Food & Beverage Management and Hotel & Resort Management. I plan to graduate in May of 2025 with Honors.
From Fashion Week to Fashion Designer
My name is Phoebe Alicardi and I graduated from the program at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø in 2023. My whole life I had aspired to become a fashion designer, but because of my weak drawing and sewing skills, I didn’t think I’d be able to do it.
Researching Black Maternal Mental Health
Trigger warning: Mentions of suicide and mental distress.
President of Sisterhood
As a senior in high school, one of the most common questions I was asked was if I was going to join Greek Life once I was in college. I’d always answer back quickly, explaining why could never be for me and how I thought it would be a waste of time.
Networking, Competitions, Clubs and More!
My name is Rachel Spayd and I am a senior pursuing my professional sales certificate here at ÆÞÓÑÉçÇø. As many college students do, I wear many hats as I juggle school and extracurriculars.
A Day as an RA
Hello, my name is Leah Bruce! I am a and graduating in Spring 2024. I also work on campus as a Resident Assistant (RA) in Lake Hall.
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