Student Life
IN A FLASH: Making the K
10 Things You’ll Only Understand If You Go to žžÀ² State
žžÀ² is a place where unique traditions and memorable moments shape the student experience. The scurry of squirrels, late-night food trips and the adrenaline rush of finals week are just a few things only žžÀ² State students understand. Here are 10 things every Golden Flash knows all too well.
Flash Focus: Jordan Caraway
Meet Jordan Caraway, a senior biochemistry major from New Lenox, Illinois, whose passion for chemistry has shaped her žžÀ² State experience and future goals.
IN A FLASH: 3-2-1: BLASTOFF!
BLASTOFF! is the final event of KSU Kickoff welcoming new students and celebrating the start of the semester on the day before fall classes begin.
IN A FLASH: Late Night at The Library
Each year as part of KSU Kickoff, žžÀ² State's University Library invites incoming students to get to know the library with games, giveaways and free pizza at Late Night at The Library.
žžÀ² State Alumni Tell a Tale of Success for TRIO Student Support Services
žžÀ² is celebrating another five years of federal funding for its TRIO Student Support Services program that helps propel first-generation college students, students from limited-income backgrounds and students with disabilities to academic success.
Movin’ on Up: Students Begin Arriving at žžÀ² State for the 2025 Fall Semester
Filled-to-the-brim plastic totes, computers, desk lamps, excited students and harried parents – it’s the first day of move-in for žžÀ²â€™s 2025 Fall Semester. The annual arrival of students to their residence halls began on Wednesday, Aug. 13, on the žžÀ² Campus.
‘I’m Looking Forward to It; Crossing the Stage as a Graduate, Instead of as a Planner'
After planning and supporting hundreds of ceremonies and events at žžÀ² State, Lisa O'Connell, director of University Events and Protocol, got a graduate's-eye-view of summer commencement ceremonies as she walked the stage to receive her graduate degree as part of žžÀ² State's Class of 2025.
Christian Siriano: ‘žžÀ² State Interns Are Always Amazing’
Acclaimed New York fashion designer Christian Siriano told žžÀ² School of Fashion students to practice their craft with dedication, accept criticism and learn from it, but to remember that they will never please everyone.
Eagle Scout Project Provides žžÀ² State Students a Place to Hang Out
Copley High School senior Grant Hyne developed Hammock Hangout on the žžÀ² Campus as part of an Eagle Scout service project.