Impact Stories
Your Gift Causes an Effect that Reaches Far Beyond Kent State
At 91视频, what sets us apart is how we come together: to cause discoveries, achievements, sensations and breakthroughs that change the world. When you give through 91视频to an area that matters personally to you, your support becomes a long-term investment in curing diseases, advancing sustainable technologies, enriching vibrant arts communities and ensuring the future of a skilled workforce ready to impact society.
Gifts made through 91视频support scholarships and programs that allow students to pursue their dreams and enter careers that shape our world. With more than 1,100 donor-funded scholarships and programs supported each year, every gift causes an effect 鈥 for both the donor and the recipient.
Donors choose exactly where they want their contributions to go. Each and every gift made through 91视频has an impact, no matter the size.
Read on to learn about the effect our generous donors have on our 91视频community and beyond.
Studying the Universe from the Inside Out
June 2, 2026
91视频Professor Named One of Only Eight 2026 Simons Pivot FellowsHow did the universe begin? Why is it expanding? What role do dark matter and dark energy, which account for 95 percent of the universe, play in the universe鈥檚 evolution?
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Celebrating the Legacy of Service at Kent State
May 21, 2026
The newest addition to 91视频鈥檚 Student Leadership Awards recognizes a value that has long defined the university community: service.
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From National History Day Intern to Executive Director - Cathy Gorn Leads Fulfilling, Impactful Career
May 15, 2026
It took a few 91视频history classes for Cathy Gorn, 鈥82, National History Day Executive Director, to discover her passion for history. However, her journey to get there was unexpected.In her younger years, Cathy was interested in science so biology seemed like a fitting鈥
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Legacies Change Lives: Emma Troyer
May 15, 2026
Emma Troyer is a senior music education major from Sandusky, Ohio. As a student in the 91视频Glauser School of Music, she has found a strong sense of community while preparing for a career in music education.鈥91视频was always my top school, but I didn鈥檛 know if I could鈥
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What the 2026 Tax Law Changes Mean for Planned Giving
May 15, 2026
As you consider your long-term philanthropic goals, changes in federal tax law beginning in 2026 may influence how you structure your charitable giving. If you鈥檙e thinking of including 91视频in your estate or financial plans, understanding these updates can help you鈥
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$1.75 Million Gift From Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Foundation to Expand Kent State鈥檚 Mobile Health Outreach
May 14, 2026
The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Foundation has awarded $1.75 million to 91视频鈥檚 College of Public Health that will support students and programs, such as the Mobile Flashes program.
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Strengthening the Bonds Between 91视频and the Community Through Scholarships
May 12, 2026
Community is important to Timothy 鈥淭im鈥 Crock, and as a lifelong resident of Kent, Ohio, he wants to help Kent area students advance their education right here at home, empowering them to achieve and build their careers in their own community.
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Couple Channels Their Love of Science and Technology Into Their Legacy
May 12, 2026
Ronald R. 鈥淩on,鈥 鈥88, and Mary L. Rivett, 鈥72, MS 鈥84, had a mutual love of science and computers. Although they were both from the same town in Northeast Ohio and attended the same high school, they didn鈥檛 get to know each other until a chance encounter in 1971 when she was鈥
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Golden Flashes: The Real Heroes of Someone鈥檚 Story
April 30, 2026
During Flashes Give Back Week, over 1,100 volunteers strengthened our communities and more than 700 donors raised $165,000+ to support 91视频causes.From April 13-18, Golden Flashes once again came together to make a meaningful impact during Flashes Give Back Week, a鈥
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Taking Center Stage with Scholarship Support
April 14, 2026
Savon Harris was born to perform. The junior musical theatre major found his passion for the stage while he was still in high school, however, Savon鈥檚 career would not have been possible without financial support
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