Updated: Jun. 05, 2024, 3:02 p.m. The program, offered in partnership with Kent State, covers the cost of four years of tuition and one year of room and board for at-risk students.AKRON, Ohio – Akron resident Anthony Claytor was one of about 5,200 people to earn a degree during Kent State University’s spring commencement in May and the moment marked a milestone with a local group headed by LeBron James.
Claytor earned his degree in criminology and justice studies, with a minor in sociology. His mom, two sisters, brother, niece and nephew attended commencement to celebrate with him.and The Plain Dealer. “It felt uplifting, like I improved myself.”Though Claytor had often thought about going to college, he worried about the cost and if it would be worth it.
“Before college I was more introverted and antisocial,” he said. “Now I’m able to talk to more people and explore interests that made me anxious before.”