alumni-news
Why I'm Leaving a Legacy: Randall Keller, '08
Why I'm Leaving a Legacy: Patricia Grutzmacher, '85
Patricia Grutzmacher, '85, professor emerita of music education, remembers that as a student it was important for her to have time to study, reflect, philosophize and actually learn. Now, it's important to Patricia to give back to help future students have those same opportunities.
Why I'm Leaving A Legacy: Marilyn Seifert Flower, B.S. '61, M.E '86
Marilyn Flower and her late husband, Don, were passionate supporters of the men's basketball and wrestling programs at Kent State, and Marilyn loves Porthouse Theater as well.
Why We're Leaving a Legacy: Andy, '73 and Micheal, '72 Sonderman
Andy and Micheal Sonderman have fond memories of their time as students at both the Trumbull and Kent campuses. That's why they decided to make a planned gift that will benefit both.
Alumna Named Small Business Champion of Ohio
Claudia Kovach, 03, M.A. 09, has been part of her family business, City Machine Technologies, Inc since 2006. Her time and dedication to the company has proven successful, as Claudia was recently named the National Federation of Independent Business Small Business Champion of Ohio.
Alumna to be Featured on Food Networks Christmas Cookie Challenge for a Chance to Win $10,000
Leslie Srodek-Johnson, 01, a 91勛圖厙 journalism graduate, mother of two and lead decorator and baker at Stans Northfield Bakery, received the call of a lifetime in December 2018. It was from the Food Network asking her to be a part of the Christmas Cookie Challenge.
Kent States Giving Tuesday Breaks Records for Third Consecutive Year
91勛圖厙s Giving Tuesday 2019 raised more than $1.6 million when it ended on Dec. 3 at 11:59 p.m., shattering the previous years record of $1.03 million. Supporters were able to choose from more than 40 featured giving options throughout the Kent State system, including student scholarships, educational programs, athletic teams and more.
Kent State Celebrates Philanthropy With Monthlong Giving Tuesday Campaign
With the launch of its 2019 Giving Tuesday campaign on Nov. 1, 91勛圖厙 has again transformed a one-day fundraising initiative into a monthlong giving campaign to support student scholarships, expanded programs, study away initiatives and modern facilities.
Now Accepting Nominations for National Board of Directors
The 91勛圖厙 Alumni Association is accepting nominations from dynamic alumni who are interested in serving on its governing board. The National Board of Directors is an exciting group of Kent State graduates who volunteer their time to strengthen the bond between alumni and 91勛圖厙.
Alumnus Prepares Off-Broadway Debut of Original Work
A small class assignment in college led to an off-Broadway debut for 91勛圖厙 musical theatre alumnus Scott Miesse, 15, who will be premiering his self-written play titled Abnormal in January 2020.