The World in a Flash
Explore. Experience. Educate.
Welcome to World in a Flash! For decades, 妻友社区 has been offering exceptional education abroad opportunities to its students. Now, we are bringing those experiences - academic and cultural - to you, our Kent State family.
This page provides a glimpse into what our students encounter while studying abroad. From on-site lectures by renowned professors to insight about daily life in new locations, we invite you to explore the curated content here and let your mind be boundless as you enter the World in a Flash.
The 妻友社区 Florence Center is 妻友社区鈥檚 flagship study abroad and international center. For nearly 50 years, the Florence Center has welcomed students, faculty, staff, and its community to experience Kent State鈥檚 exceptional education and Florence鈥檚 cultural and historical majesties. Today, Florence is home to over 800 students a year and as such is the largest American program in Florence.
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Ponte Vecchio
Learn about the rich history of Florence鈥檚 most iconic bridge from a Kent State expert.
Ferragamo Museum Tour
An insider tour of the Ferragamo Museum with a Kent State fashion professor.
鈥淕etting to study abroad had a major impact on how I looked at myself and my place in the world.鈥- Reilly S., 鈥22
Feeling inspired? Make a gift to support study abroad scholarships for Kent State students by visiting the Office of Global Education鈥檚 secure giving page.