Membership Benefits
The Kent State University Alumni Association is your lifetime connection to Kent State. Your membership helps support important programming and services that enhance the success of alumni, students and the university. While individuals join for a variety of reasons, the Alumni Association provides members exclusive access to services and discounts.
Communications
e-Flash Electronic Newsletter
The e-Flash is the Alumni Association's electronic newsletter distributed exclusively to members of the Kent State University Alumni Association.
In addition to providing timely information about the university, e-Flash also contains new membership benefits and features accomplishments of fellow alumni.
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Education/Professional Development
The Center for Corporate and Professional Development
Members of the Alumni Association receive a 10 percent discount* on Kent State University's Center for Corporate and Professional Development non-credit training programs. For online orders (http://www.yourtrainingresource.com/), add the member discount code upon registration to receive your discount. Contact The Center for Corporate and Professional Development at 330-672-8698 for telephone registration. Prior to registration, email the KSU Alumni Association at alumni@kent.edu for the special members-only discount code.
*Discount is only available on programs that are offered through The Center for Corporate and Professional Development and delivered in Twinsburg and downtown Cleveland. Lean Six Sigma programs are not applicable for discount.
Kaplan Post-Graduate Test Preparation
As an alumni member, you and your immediate family are eligible for a $75 special discount on Kaplan Classroom or Premium Online courses. Kaplan is a leader in post-graduate test preparation courses such as GRE, LSAT, GMAT, SAT, MCAT and more.
For additional information, contact Kaplan at (800) KAP-TEST, or visit http://www.kaplan.com/.
Entertainment
Athletic Events
Alumni Association members receive coupons for two-for-one tickets for general admission seating to an intercollegiate regular home season athletic event.
Cedar Point
Alumni association members can purchase Cedar Point tickets that are good any day the park is open to the general public for considerably less than the regular general admission price! Ride & Slide (two-day tickets) and Soak City Waterpark (one-day tickets) are also available.
You may purchase up to eight tickets at the discounted rate.
Access the website to purchase discount tickets from the online membership resource guide (you must login) or contact the Alumni Association at alumni@kent.edu for the URL.
Great Lakes Theater Festival
Experience great theater at the Hanna Theatre - the region's most extraordinary performance setting. Kent State Alumni Association members save up to 38% off tickets to Great Lakes Theater Festival's entire season! Select from a variety of seating options that range from traditional seats and private balcony boxes to bar stools and banquette couches. Treat yourself to an intimate night out for two or create an engaging family outing.
Call the Alumni Association at 888-320-KENT or email alumni@kent.edu for your member discount code. For more information and current performance schedule visit Great Lakes Theater Festival Web site.
Great Wolf Lodge
Kent State University Alumni Association is now offering a discount for its members at Great Wolf Lodge, which has 11 locations across the country.
The resorts feature indoor waterparks, an arcade, a luxurious spa and several restaurants. Members can take advantage of a 20 percent discount at the Sandusky, Cincinnati, Williamsburg and Charlotte-Concord locations and 10 percent at other locations including Traverse City and Kansas City. For a complete list of locations, visit www.greatwolf.com.
When making a reservation, use corporate code KENT442A. To make a reservation, visit www.greatwolf.com or call 1-800-905-9653. You must present your alumni association membership card at check-in.
Kent State Golf Course
Show your alumni membership card at the Kent State Golf Course and receive discounted greens fees. Call 330-672-2500 for tee times and current discounts.
Student Recreation and Wellness Center Discounted Membership and Passes
The Kent State Student Recreation and Wellness Center (SRWC) offers discounts of up to $75 on community SRWC membership fees. Fitness enthusiasts can enjoy this state of the art facility, which features a climbing wall, natatorium, cafe and much more.
As a member, you can buy discounted passes to the SRWC through the Alumni office. This benefit is designed for members interested in using the facility on a less frequent basis, or who would like to bring guests into the facility. Stop by the Williamson Alumni Center during regular office hours or call 330.672.5368 to purchase your discounted passes.
Monthly Pass Allowance:
Annual members may purchase 2 passes per month @ $5 each.
Life Members may purchase 4 passes per month @ $5 each.
Members may also purchase an unlimited number of additional passes at the SRWC for $8 each. Simply show your membership card to purchase.
Porthouse Theatre
Porthouse Theatre at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls offers special discounts to alumni members. Members receive $3 off the price of a single, adult-priced ticket for Tuesday through Friday performances during the 2009 Summer Season. Porthouse Theatre, a cultural outreach service of Kent State University, has been bringing northeast Ohio the best in quality, professional theatre for almost 30 years. Call 330.672.3884, toll free 1.800.304.2363 or visit http://www.porthousetheatre.com/ for more information or to purchase tickets.
Theme Park Discounts
Adventure Club USA has partnered with the Kent State University Alumni Association to provide alumni discounts at Sea World, Busch Gardens, Sesame Place, Water Country USA and Adventure Island parks throughout the country. Visit the Adventure Club Web site for more information.
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Insurance/Financial
Automobile and Home Insurance
Your alumni benefits include a special discounted rate on Auto Insurance and Home Insurance from Liberty Mutual. We’re proud to provide our members with a great benefit from a Fortune 100 company that protects millions of people across America. Find out more about Liberty Mutual Home & Auto Insurance.
Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten; not all applicants may qualify
Kent State University Credit Card
Earn points with the freedom to redeem for cash back or other rewards. The Kent State University Platinum Plus® MasterCard® with WorldPoints® rewards gives you the flexibility to choose from different types of rewards – Cash, Travel, Gift Certificates, Merchandise and much more.
Features include:
- Earn 1 point for every $1 in net retail purchases
- No limit to the amount of rewards you can earn
- Redeem your points starting just 2,500 points
- Support Kent State University with every purchase
- Access to the WorldPoints Mall – do all your shopping here and earn Bonus Points at hundreds of your favorite online stores
- Absolute fraud protection and zero liability for unauthorized card transactions
- Secure Online Account Access – View up-to-the-minute account activity, pay your credit card bill, receive your monthly statement via email and much more
Reward yourself and apply securely online today. For information about rates, fees, other costs and benefits associated with the use of this credit card, click here and refer to the disclosures that accompany the online credit card application. This credit card program is issued and administered by FIA Card Services, N.A.
Medical and Life Insurance
The Kent State University Alumni Insurance Program is a convenient source for health and life insurance for alumni and their family members. There are a variety of plans available to meet your needs, including GradMed® short-term health insurance – great for new grads and other alumni seeking temporary coverage.
Get more information on these insurance plans by visiting www.alumniinsuranceprogram.com/kent or call American Insurance Administrators at 800-922-1245 weekdays, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Eastern Time.
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Retail
Brooks Brothers, Adrienne Vittadini and Carolee
Alumni Association members receive a 15% discount at Brooks Brothers, Brooks Brothers Factory Outlets, Adrienne Vittadini and Carolee stores nationwide through a partnership with Retail Brand Alliance.
To sign-up for this member-only discount, contact the Alumni Association at 330-672-KENT, 888-320-KENT or by e-mail at alumni@kent.edu to receive an organization ID and Pin Code. Visit membership.brooksbrothers.com to register.
Merchandise Discounts at Kent State University Bookstore
Alumni members can enjoy a special 10-percent discount on a wide variety of merchandise available at the University Bookstore, located in the Kent State Student Center. Not able to make it back to campus? Visit the University Bookstore on the Web at http://www.kent.bkstr.com/.
Members also receive a coupon good for 25% off one item in the bookstore (or online) with each renewal.
Online Shopping and Entertainment Discounts
Through Working Advantage, Alumni Association members can save up to 40% on movie tickets and up to 38% on movie rentals nationwide! Working Advantage also offers other incredible discounts on:
- Broadway theatre shows
- Theme parks
- Sporting events
- Family events
- Online shopping
- Gift certificates
- Seasonal ski tickets
- and much more
Check out all of the latest offerings at Working Advantage. Enter a city into the search bar to view the discounts available in your region.
To take advantage of this members-only discount, contact the Alumni Association at (330) 672-KENT, (888) 320-KENT, or by email at alumni@kent.edu for your member ID number.
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Travel
Travel and Learn
See the world and share memories at the same time through the association's Travel and Learn Program. Exciting new destinations await Kent State travelers. View our travel page for more information.
Airport Parking
Airport Fast Park and Park Place Airport Parking have partnered with us to save our members and their families time and money! Association members are guaranteed the best corporate rate now and in the future with your Frequent Parker Card.
Contact the Alumni Association at (330) 672-KENT, (888) 320-KENT or by e-mail at alumni@kent.edu for more information.
Hotel Discounts
Receive up to a 20-percent discount at more than 3,000 participating Sleep, Comfort, Quality, Clarion, Econo Lodge, Rodeway and Mainstay Inns, Hotels and Suites throughout the United States.
Contact the Office of Alumni Relations at (330) 672-KENT, (888) 320-KENT or by e-mail at alumni@kent.edu for your discount number. Advance reservations required.
Rental Cars
Members receive discounts of 15 to 30 percent on rental cars from Avis, Alamo, Auto Europe, Budget, Hertz and National.
Contact the Alumni Association at (330) 672-KENT, (888) 320-KENT or by e-mail at alumni@kent.edu for more information.
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Other
Cleveland Magazine and Ohio Magazine
Stay connected to the Northeast Ohio area with a fantastic alumni member discount to the Cleveland Magazine. Normally $18 per year, your pay only $8 per year. Cleveland Magazine features updates on your alma mater quarterly.
Ohio Magazine is offering Kent State Alumni members an $8 per year rate as well (usually $18 per year).
Subscribe to both for just $15 per year. You save $21 annually. Call 800-210-7293 or subscribe online.
Kent State University License Plates
Show your Kent State pride as you travel. License plates with the university logo are available from the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles. To see a sample license plate select the "check availability of specialty plates" section of the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles Web site.
The best part of the deal is that Kent State gets $25 of every $35 total price to fund scholarships for deserving students.
To purchase the Kent State plates, pick up a plate request form from your local Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) or call the hotline at (888) PLATES3 (752-8373).
Relocation
Receive maximum discounts on complete interstate household goods moving services from Atlas Van Lines and free valuation up to $75,000. Whether you are moving from LA to NY or Kent to Chicago this special pricing applies. Contact Kathy Batts at 1-800-543-3524 or visit the Atlas Web site at http://www.atlasagent.com/atlaslm/. Be sure to mention that you are a Kent State Alumni Association member to take advantage of this special offer.
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