LGBTQ+ Center
'A Supportive Community Makes It a Lot Easier'
Students coming to Kent State and, for some of them, living away from home for the first time can struggle with the transition. The transition can even be more difficult for LGBTQ+ students, particularly for those who have recently "come out." Ken Ditlevson, director of Kent State's LGBTQ+ Center, talks about the many resources available at Kent to support them.
It's a Rainbow Week at Kent State!
Kent State and the city of Kent encourage people to attend any of the LGBTQ+ events on campus and downtown this week.
Lavender Graduation: Celebrating The Spring Class of 2023
Lavender Graduation 2023 celebrated Kent State's spring LGBTQ+ graduates.
Teaming Up for Trans Support
Kent State student organizations painted the Rock on Front Campus to show support for the trans community.
International Transgender Day of Visibility
LGBTQ+ Center event celebrates transgender people and their contributions to our world.
Kent State Stands in Solidarity With LGBTQ+ Community
In the wake of Saturday's mass shooting in Colorado, Kent State gathered to process and reflect with the LGBTQ+ community.
LGBTQ+ Trailblazers from Area High Schools Visit Campus
Students and faculty from 20 area high schools came to Kent State for GLSEN Northeast Ohio's Annual Fall Conference.
Kent City Health Department Jynneos (Monkeypox) Vaccine Clinics
The DeWeese Health Center Electronic Health Record portal is now open for Kent State students, faculty and staff to schedule appointments for the Kent City Health Department Jynneos Vaccine (Monkeypox) clinic.
IN A FLASH: Elvis Over The Rainbow
A familar Flash in blue and gold cheered on runners at the start of this year's Rainbow Run.