Kent State has its fair share of past students who have gone on to gain celebrity status, so it’s no surprise that spaces used by the likes of Steve Harvey and James Harrison still exist on campus today. Are you living in a famous dorm room? Check the list below to find out!
Arsenio Hall (comedian) lived in Lake Hall 241.
Dolph Ziggler (WWE star, real name Nick Nemeth) lived in Wright Hall 915.
James Harrison (Steelers legend) lived in Allyn Hall 223 for three years. However, room 223 was renumbered in summer 2013 to room 225. Harrison also lived in Dunbar Hall 133 his freshman year.
Dana Brooke (WWE star, real name Ashley Sebera) lived in Koonce Hall 929.
Nick Saban (legendary football coach at the University of Alabama) lived in Harbourt Hall 325, which now houses the Office of the University Architect. He also lived in the Allerton Apartments.
Ben Curtis (PGA golfer) lived in Fletcher Hall 316. However, this room was also renumbered in 2013 to room 334.
Steve Harvey (comedian) lived in McDowell Hall 807.
Jack Lambert (Steelers HOF linebacker) lived in Harbourt Hall, though the exact room number is unknown.
David Sedaris (humorist/writer) lived in Stopher Hall. While the exact room number is unknown, Sedaris writes about his time at Kent State in his 1997 book, “Naked.”
Chris Vrenna (Nine Inch Nails drummer) lived in McDowell Hall 605.
Gene Steratore (NFL referee and CBS rules analyst) lived in Leebrick Hall 125 and 126.
Nigel McGuinness (professional wrestler, real name Steven Haworth) lived in Dunbar Hall 202.
Dirk Hayhurst (former MLB pitcher) also lived in Dunbar Hall 202.
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Dennis Rein • Sep 10, 2024 at 1:43 pm
Chris Hynde (she was named ‘Chrissie’ by the Brits) lived in Leebrick Hall.
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