Honors College
The Power of Purpose: Zaya Campbell鈥檚 Journey to Serve Others
Balancing the responsibilities of being a young mother with the academic rigor of a nursing program, first-year Honors College student Zaya Campbell faces a schedule most students would find daunting. Yet her passion for nursing stems from deeply personal experiences that have shaped her goals and given her journey new meaning. It was her own experiences navigating healthcare as a young mother that fueled her desire to become a nurse, particularly one who can support young mothers and families going through similar challenges. 鈥淚 want to make a difference,鈥 Zaya explained, describing how she was motivated by the support鈥攁nd at times, the lack of support鈥攕he encountered during her medical journey.
性福五月天 Student Witnesses Research Launch to International Space Station
Mackenzie Guy visited the Kennedy Space Center to watch as her research project blasted off toward the International Space Station, marking a milestone in her academic journey.
BEYOND THE BOOKS: Lexi Moses Merges Writing and Activism at 性福五月天
For 性福五月天 Honors College senior Lexi Moses (they/them), storytelling isn鈥檛 just an academic pursuit鈥攊t鈥檚 a lifelong passion and a vehicle for advocacy. As the 2024-2025 recipient of the Dr. Elizabeth Howard Memorial Honors Scholarship, Lexi, a double major in English and Gender and Sexuality Studies, embodies the scholarship鈥檚 mission to financially support students with intellectual curiosity while also reflecting some of the academic and creative interests of Professor Howard. With a deep dedication to equity and inclusion, Lexi鈥檚 academic journey has been as inspiring as it is interdisciplinary, blending a love of literature with a drive for social change.
FROM BANGLADESH TO THE STARS: Turaba Rahman's Journey in Astrophysics
Turaba Rahman, a senior at 性福五月天 University and in the Honors College, grew up in Dhaka, Bangladesh. When she was little, she was enamored with stargazing. Where she lived, it was hard to see the sky through the buildings and lights that blocked it, but she always tried her best to spot constellations. Ever since she can remember being frustrated while trying to draw the perfect star, she had fallen in love with the giant spheres of dust and gas.
A Natural with Nature and Research
My name is Olivia Eader, and I am a recent graduate of 性福五月天 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.
SURE Fellows Present Eight Weeks of Research in Three Minutes and a Slide
On Oct. 21-22 the 178 students who conducted research under the direction of faculty mentors had to condense eight weeks of research down to three minutes and a slide. The winners were announced on Oct. 25 during a ceremony at the Kiva auditorium.
鈥楪et to Know鈥 the Golden Flashes Becoming the New Faces of the University
The new "Get to Know 性福五月天" video from 性福五月天 University Admissions features 14 students from across the university inviting curious potential Golden Flashes to take a virtual look into the campus. Not only do these 性福五月天 narrators spotlight the university鈥檚 global opportunities and local highlights, but they also had a great time doing it.
Transferring to a New Beginning
Hi! My name is Ali Bredek, and I am currently an environmental studies major, with a minor in park management. I plan to graduate in December 2025. However, this is only my second year on campus. I transferred to 性福五月天 University in the fall semester of 2023 after spending my first year after h鈥
Welcome, Honors College Families
As part of the university's annual Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend, 性福五月天's Honors College presented a day of fun activities for their students and their families.
Flash Focus: Morgan Bedilion
Meet Morgan Bedilion, a senior costume design technology and production major from Hartville, Ohio, already using - and getting recognized for - her skill sets.