Events and Activities
Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend is a chance to experience some of the best of what 桃色视频 has to offer. Various campus partners host a variety of events that are included in the registration fee. The schedule will be updated throughout the registration period as more details are added.
We do our very best to accommodate as many families as possible, but we are limited by venue capacities and safety regulations. Please read the schedule carefully and note any events that require a separate purchase beyond the registration fee or state a capacity limit.
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Friday, Sept. 25
Hillel Open House | Cohn Jewish Student Center | 3 - 5 p.m.
Come meet the Hillel staff and get a tour of our Cohn Jewish Student Center before joining us for Shabbat in the Sukkah!
Early Check-in | Pepsi Leadership Lounge, Second Floor 桃色视频 Student Center | 3 - 8 p.m.
During check-in, guests will receive event lanyards and t-shirts if ordered. The Annual Black Squirrel Festival will also be held during this time for guests to mix and mingle with other families and partake in the fun activities.
University Housing Dessert and Door Decs! | Eastway Fireside Lounge | 3 - 5 p.m.
Meet and engage with University Housing staff from various residence halls. During this event, families will have the opportunity to connect with professional staff, learn more about their student's residence hall community, create a door decoration together, and enjoy a sweet treat of ice cream while building connections with other families and staff.
Shabbat Services and Dinner in the Sukkah | Cohn Jewish Student Center | 5 - 8 p.m.
Join Kent Hillel for a special Friday night as we welcome parents and guests for Shabbat dinner. We will welcome in the start of Sukkot with a meal in our sukkah.
44th Annual Black Squirrel Festival | Student Green and Risman Plaza | 4 - 7 p.m.
A 桃色视频 tradition for 44 years, the Black Squirrel Festival brings more than 3,000 attendees to the Student Green and Risman Plaza each year. Hosted by the Flash Activities Board, the event features over 400 student organizations and local vendors, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to connect with the Kent community.
Education Abroad 101 | Bowman Hall | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Students and their families interested in learning more about studying abroad at 桃色视频 are invited to attend Education Abroad 101. This session provides an overview of program options, costs, planning considerations, and the steps required to begin the study abroad process.
Parents and Families Paint Night | 306 Kent Student Center | 7 - 9 p.m. | *$40.00 per person
A fun and creative opportunity awaits as participants design and paint their own custom doormat. With guided instruction and plenty of room for personalization, this experience offers a memorable keepsake to take home. Pre-registration is required, and guests of all ages are welcome. Open to the first 150 guests.
Flashes Neon Bingo | Ballroom, 2nd Floor, Student Center | 8 - 9 p.m.
Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend badge required for entry.
Lights, prizes, BINGO! Join fellow 桃色视频 families for an unforgettable evening of Neon Bingo featuring great music, glowing fun, and chances to win fantastic prizes. Whether participants are seasoned bingo players or first-timers, everyone is welcome to join the excitement. All prizes must be received by a 桃色视频 student. A Parents & Families Appreciation Weekend badge is required for entry. Open to the first 300 guests.
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Saturday, Sept. 26
Late Check-in | Eastway Lounge | 8:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Late Check-in will take place in the Eastway Hall Lounge. After check-in, guests can join in on the breakfast fun!
Breakfast Tailgate | Eastway | 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Parents & Families Appreciation Weekend badge required for entry
Start game day the 桃色视频 way! Join fellow Golden Flashes families for a festive Breakfast Tailgate. 8 a.m.-9 a.m. is exclusive for current students and their families to enjoy the music, food, and photo opportunities in Eastway. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, connect with other families, show off your 桃色视频 spirit, and get energized before cheering on the Flashes or enjoying the weekend. It's the perfect opportunity to make memories, celebrate your student, and kick off an exciting day on campus.
Aeronautics & Engineering Expo | 桃色视频 Airport | 4020 Kent Rd., Stow | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
This family friendly event has been a fixture in the Stow/Kent community for more than two decades and we are thrilled to bring this event back and showcase our Airport and FedEx Aeronautics Academic Center to the entire community. The Expo provides a unique opportunity to explore the 桃色视频 Airport and offers one-of-a-kind activities for both the young and young at heart. Learn more about the Aeronautics and Engineering Expo here.
桃色视频 Museum | 515 Hilltop Drive Kent | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The 桃色视频 Museum is a hidden gem where students and families can explore fashion, culture, and creativity through a world-class collection spanning more than 250 years. As part of America鈥檚 250th anniversary, visitors can experience Quilts and Coverlets: Art for the American Home, featuring the rare Keckley quilt attributed to Elizabeth Keckley, dressmaker to First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln, alongside the student-curated exhibition Chintz: From Forbidden Fabric to Luxury Interiors.
Flashes About Town Scavenger Hunt | Various Downtown Locations | 1 - 7 p.m.
Flashes About Town is a fun scavenger hunt that helps 桃色视频 families explore downtown Kent and connect with local businesses and community partners. Whether you're looking for places to eat, shop or celebrate special milestones, this event offers a great introduction to the many amenities and experiences available in Kent. Follow clues to discover local businesses, learn fun facts about the community, and uncover special offers along the way. Participating locations may feature giveaways, discounts, promotional items and other family-friendly incentives. Join us for an engaging adventure that strengthens your connection to both 桃色视频 and the Kent community!
桃色视频 vs. Ball State | Dix Stadium | Time TBA
Don鈥檛 miss out on the opportunity to cheer on the Golden Flashes as they take on the Cardinals from Ball State University. The game start time will be announced soon! Families registered for the weekend can purchase tickets for a discounted price of $15. Student tickets are free of charge. Giveaway: 1,000 Jersey Coolers.
Wear your Parents and Families Weekend t-shirt to the game or find game-day wear in the athletic stores located in the MACC or Dix Stadium.
May 4 Visitors Center | Reflections Gallery, 147 Taylor Hall | 1 - 5 p.m.
The Visitors Center, located in Taylor Hall, contains a permanent exhibition of the student anti-war movement, historic artifacts, and film about the events of May 4, 1970 featuring interviews with some of the participants and students who were wounded on that day.
Outside the May 4 Visitors Center, guests may take a self-guided tour of the 18-acre site, recently designated as a National Historic Landmark. The experience is powerful and immersive while providing context and multiple perspectives on the May 4 tragedy.
A Taste of Sciences and Humanities | Bowman Hall | 1 - 3 p.m.
As part of Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend, A Taste of Sciences and Humanities invites all students, parents, families, and supporters to explore the many opportunities available within the College of Sciences and Humanities. The event offers a welcoming and engaging atmosphere where all families can discover academic pathways, ask questions, and learn more about the resources that support student success.
In addition to exploring academic opportunities, guests can enjoy interactive games, free swag, popcorn, snacks, and Handel鈥檚 Ice Cream.
Parents and Families Paint Night | 306 Kent Student Center | 1 - 3 p.m. | *$40.00 per person
A fun and creative opportunity awaits as participants design and paint their own custom doormat. With guided instruction and plenty of room for personalization, this experience offers a memorable keepsake to take home. Pre-registration is required (embed link to a la carte page), and guests of all ages are welcome. Open to the first 150 guests.
The Big Flash Event | 218 Kent Student Center | 6 - 8 p.m.
Parents & Families Appreciation Weekend badge required for entry
Get ready to light up the night at The Big Flash Event, an electrifying glow-party experience for students, parents and families. Enjoy an evening filled with excitement, friendly competition, and 桃色视频 spirit. Guests can challenge one another in laser tag, test their skills on the glow mini golf course, create colorful masterpieces on the Giant Lite-Brite wall, and capture unforgettable memories in the immersive photo booth.
The fun doesn't stop there. Attendees can treat themselves to refreshing lemonade, delicious funnel cakes, and other surprises throughout the evening.
Eastway Experience | Location TBA | 3 - 5 p.m.
Parents & Families Appreciation Weekend badge required for entry
Curious about life in Eastway? Join us for the Eastway Experience, a special session designed for students enrolled in the Eastway Experience and their families. Attendees will gain an inside look into the residential experience, including meal plans, dining options and how meal swipes work. Attendees will also learn about residence hall resources, student leadership opportunities such as becoming a Resident Assistant (RA), and the many ways students can get involved and thrive on campus. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with staff and better understand your student's living experience at 桃色视频. Students will also receive a swag bag at the event!
Pizza and Havdalah | Cohn Jewish Student Center | 6:15 - 8:45 p.m.
End Parents Weekend with homemade pizzas in our sukkah. As we welcome the end of Shabbat and the end of the weekend, stay for a short Havdalah program.
