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An iconic campus landmark that's also a serene oasis of relaxation has been welcoming students on the Kent Campus of �Ը������� for a quarter century. 

The �Ը������� University School of Fashion has a strong legacy of participation in the prestigious Supima Design Competition, which highlights some of the most promising emerging designers in the U.S.

Each month, the Office of Global Education presents a Cultural Café where members of the �Ը������� community can learn about the history, traditions and cuisine of other countries from �Ը�������'s international students.

As part of �Ը�������’s ongoing 2025-26 Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series, the university hosted seven-time Grammy nominee Bobby Sanabria as a guest artist. He led master classes, rehearsals and lectures focused on music, business and social change.

As part of the Art Without Limits event, students in the School of Art shared their creations in an art sale.

While most people his age were settled in their careers, 50-year-old Ron Sonedecker was learning to direct, winning awards and swapping computer code for camera shots. Enrolling at �Ը������� in 2023, the junior digital media production major has taken a long journey to get where he feels he belongs. 

A new film installation by artist Naeem Mohaiemen is attracting international attention for its exploration of the events of May 4, 1970, at �Ը������� University, and their lasting influence on American political and cultural identity.

�Ը������� University’s School of Theatre and Dance, Wick Poetry Center and Brain Health Research Institute joined forces for an Oct. 1 dance performance that set poetry to motion.

In this episode of the ToddCast, �Ը������� University President Todd Diacon interviews Marcus Lehto, co-creator of the iconic Halo video game franchise. 

When students enroll in �Ը������� University’s documentary filmmaking course, they expect guidance, instruction and the tools needed to create their own documentaries. What they don’t expect is to have their work featured on local television, a rare opportunity that elevates classroom learning to a professional exhibition.

Art Without Limits is returning to �Ը�������. This day-long event will focus on arts entrepreneurship and developing an entrepreneurial mindset in the arts. Speakers will share their experiences and interact with attendees to hone skills and broaden networks.

The Cultural  Café series, presented by �Ը������� International Student & Scholar Services, through the Office of Global Education is a monthly gathering that offers an opportunity for the university community to learn about other cultures and countries from �Ը�������'s international students. 

Academy, Emmy and Tony Award-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell met with students in �Ը�������'s School of Fashion, viewed their designs and shared valuable insights during his time on campus for the Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series. 

The Wick Poetry Center will begin the 2025 Fall Semester with a book launch, poetry readings and new exhibit from its Poets for Science collaboration.

�Ը������� University’s College of the Arts, in collaboration with the College of Architecture and Environmental Design, proudly welcomes back Oscar, Tony and Emmy Award–winning costume designer Paul Tazewell for the 2025–2026 Thomas Schroth Visiting Artist Series. 

�Ը������� University’s Wick Poetry Center recently helped create a new mural for the Haymaker Farmers’ Market.

White tie and tails, elegant gloves and satiny evening gowns were on the screen and on the runway when �Ը������� University and Focus Features collaborated for an early screening of “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.”

The �Ը������� University Museum has received an award from the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation to fund a comprehensive energy audit of its historic 1928 building, Rockwell Hall. The audit will evaluate the building’s mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and provide recommendations for sustainable facility improvements.

A collaboration between �Ը������� University’s School of Fashion, School of Theatre and Dance and Focus Features will bring the final Downton Abbey movie to Kent for an early screening and period fashion show. The movie, “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale,” will have a preview showing on Friday, Sept. 5, at the Kent Plaza Cinema, a week before it opens in theaters nationwide.