Diverse ¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ
While there are fewer students on campus during summer break, the Kent Campus is still alive with energy and aspirations. ¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ International Admissions celebrated the spirit of summer in Kent with inspiring words and beautiful images that welcome their international students to campus.
¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ's international student-athletes make an extraordinary commitment to leave their countries to study and train so far away from home.
¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ staffers travel the globe to share all that's great about our university and recently traveled to Pakistan to meet with high school students and counselors.
A ¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ staffer spotted an unusual visitor atop a section of the University Library.
¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ celebrated Juneteenth on Risman Plaza and the Student Green on June 18 with food, dancing and music.
¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ International Admissions’ Spring International Talent and Fashion Show celebrates cultural diversity.
¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ's LGBTQ+ Center is celebrating Pride Month by boosting activities statewide, collaborating with local events, hosting a walking group and planning for a fabulous Fall Semester.
¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ Ph.D. candidates Beau Shaniuk and Dana Oleskiewicz provide a historical context for the transgender experience and discuss the challenges the community faces in light of the increasing number of anti-trans bills being introduced across the country.
As a young refugee, Yun "Mi Mi" Khaing, a recent ¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ graduate, has not only overcome significant challenges during her time in the United States, but she’s also helping others in similar circumstances.
Karamu Ya Wahitimu/Celebración De Los Graduados is an annual tradition celebrating all of ¶¶MÅ®ÆÍ's graduating African American, Native American, Latinx, Hispanic and Multiracial undergraduate and graduate students.