Student Ombuds
The Student Ombuds is here to provide confidential, impartial support when you encounter challenges or conflicts.
The Student Ombuds is here to provide confidential, impartial support when you encounter challenges or conflicts.
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Colin Lysiak is a senior Marketing major who recently had the opportunity to study abroad in Australia for a semester at the University of Technology, Sydney (UTS), one of Australia’s leading research and technology universities. UTS campus is situated in the culturally diverse city of Sydney, within the city’s creative industries precinct. Colin loved his experience, including the classes he took, the sights he saw, and the great foods that he tried.When asked why he chose to study abroad, Colin mentioned his interest in Australia, sharing “I’ve always wanted to go to Australia. When I c...
Kent State alumnus Corey Conners finished tied for eighth at the 2025 Masters Tournament after struggling to a 3-over par final round Sunday at Augusta National Golf Club.Conners, who was in contention through Saturday's third round, fell out of the title chase early Sunday when he missed a short par putt on the opening hole. The 33-year-old Canadian added another bogey at the par-3 fourth before rallying with birdies on the seventh and eighth holes. His approach on No. 7 stopped inches from the cup, while he two-putted for birdie on the par-5 eighth.This marks Conners' fourth top-10 fini...