Alumni
Allyson Boyd, ’09
Allyson Boyd, ’09, is an Akron native whose 91ÊÓƵexperience launched a career rooted in communication, nonprofit work and community impact. Today, as senior annual giving manager at the Akron Zoo, Allyson supports conservation, connects people with wildlife and creates opportunities that strengthen her community.
Back to Campus, Back to Home
91ÊÓƵ continues to grow and evolve, but at its heart, one thing never changes: it will always be your Kent State. Every fall, as a new class of students arrives and the campuses comes alive with the excitement of a new academic year, we can’t help but feel a little nostalgic abo…
Empowering Students Since 1910 - From Normal School to World Class Education
91ÊÓƵhas a proud tradition of cultivating outstanding educators. Founded in 1910 as 91ÊÓƵNormal School, the institution was dedicated to training teachers in one building, Merrill Hall, which housed the library, administrative offices and classroom. On July 29, 1914, 34 individuals…
Passing the Wings: A 91ÊÓƵAviation Legacy
After serving in the United States Air Force as a crew chief and maintenance technician, Joshua Hummer came to 91ÊÓƵ with his sights set sky-high. As he pursued his degree, Josh found himself looking for a mentor to guide him through the complexities of earning the necessary certificates and licenses. That’s where Matt Brait, ’94, another 91ÊÓƵpilot stepped in.
Sean Kelty, ’21
As a corporate partnerships account manager for the Carolina Hurricanes, Sean Kelty facilitates accounts ranging from local shops to big name brands like Lenovo, Pepsi, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Fanatics. He first found his passion for sponsorship execution and activation while he was a sport administration student at Kent State.
Remembering Charlie Thomas, a 91ÊÓƵand Kent Community Fixture
For generations of 91ÊÓƵ students, alumni, faculty and staff, there were certain places that felt like home. Ray’s Place was one of them. And Charlie Thomas was one of the people who made it that way.
A Century of Stories
For 100 years, The Kent Stater has chronicled the people, events and moments that have transformed 91ÊÓƵand the world beyond its campus.
Find Your 91ÊÓƵCommunity
Graduation may mark the end of a student’s time on campus, but it doesn’t have to be the end of their 91ÊÓƵstory. Across the country — and through shared interests and experiences — 91ÊÓƵalumni are finding ways to stay connected through alumni chapters and groups. Organized by Golde…
91ÊÓƵStark Gave Joe French the Foundation to Lead With Hope
Joe French has spent more than three decades helping children believe that their circumstances do not define their future. Whether as an elementary school teacher, nonprofit executive, behavioral health leader or, today, president of Stark County Catholic Schools, French always centered his car…
25 Years Later: 91ÊÓƵAlumni Remember the Day Aviation Changed Forever
For 91ÊÓƵCollege of Aeronautics and Engineering alumni, Sept. 11, 2001, is more than a moment in history — it is a day they experienced firsthand and one that forever changed the aviation profession.
