News and College Life

Student share a quiet moment while taking a break during a glow in the dark climbing event. 

A family is all smiles on move-in day as their son begins his first year of college.

Nolan Garrahy (center) sets out a pillow with a friendly reminder message to "Call Your Mom" as first year and transfer students move into the dorms during University Housing Move In event on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.

Orientation leaders and President Montserrat Fuentes clap, cheer and welcome incoming freshman through the iconic red doors of Main Building during the Legacy Walk in Austin, Texas, on Friday, August 22, 2025.

A trio of college students' favorite words to describe the treats from Perry Food Hall's grand reopening. 

MSU's famous fried chicken,

A refresher sample from the new Starbucks on campus, 

and everyone's favorite... a free t-shirt off to the side. 

Grant Hohler, one of MSU's New Maroon Camp programming staffers, shakes shaving cream and muddy water from his curls, a sure sign of another successful game of "Maroon Madness."

The Class of 2029 has lit their flame and joined the Tarleton Family

This was fun, after the first try I told the trustees to throw the sand at me. It was still wimpy so I said remember that photo I posted where you had that look on your face? Think about that and throw the dirt at me! I got nailed right in the face but it made a great photo. 

Students gather in Risman Plaza during Blast Off, Kent State’s annual back-to-school tradition. The Library’s “You Belong Here” banner and the glow of evening light frame a celebration of campus community.

Dr. Cliff Taylor, Associate Director of Bands, instructs MSU's Famous Maroon Band with a whistle and a stopwatch as they practice for the upcoming season. His whistle, although one pitch, halts all of the other pitches ringing aloud as the band resets and practices the formation once again.