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Joseph Kusmer, president of the NASA Robotics team

NASA Robotics Team brings new techniques for learning, building robots

Molly Hoffer, Digital Tech October 11, 2023

The NASA Robotics Team has decided to implement new learning methods for members to learn how to build a robot this semester. Joseph Kusmer, president of the NASA Robotics Team and a junior mechatronics...

Kier Gaines (left) and Angelique Daniels (right) field welcome the crowd at Kent State's Mental Health Campaign Kickoff Oct. 10, 2023

University’s Mental Health Campaign kicks off with keynote speaker

Janson McNair, Photo Assistant October 10, 2023

The university’s Mental Health Campaign officially kicked off Tuesday with National Mental Health Awareness Day.  The event featured a moderated conversation with Kier Gaines, a licensed therapist...

A bra drop-off bin is located at The Williamson House on campus.

11th annual Bra Recycling Drive takes place during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Audrey Trevarthan, Digital Assistant October 10, 2023

It’s time for a closet clean-out. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, people can donate gently used and new bras until Oct. 27 through the Bra Recycling Drive.  “The drive collects gently...

Tinder is a popular app used for online dating.

Students recount their experiences on dating apps

Kaitlyn Mitchell, Reporter October 8, 2023

As of fall of 2023, Kent State boasts an enrollment of 25,283 students on its main campus. While this presents a large pool of potential relationship partners, students may find it overwhelming to navigate...

Charlie Hughes is a member of Kent State’s Esports VALORANT team.

Esports team motivates players to raise the bar

Molly Hoffer and Digital Tech October 7, 2023

When Charlie Hughes, a senior computer engineering technology major, looks out at the fans watching his game and holding up signs cheering him and the other players on, he feels motivated to do his best....

The Kent State Recreation and Wellness Center, located at 1550 Ted Boyd Dr, Kent, OH.

Student Recreation and Wellness Center plans to add instructional videos to equipment

Janson McNair, Photo Assistant October 7, 2023

The Student Recreation and Wellness Center will add QR codes with instructional videos to its workout equipment to increase students’ comfort using the machines. Dominque Hill, the assistant dean...

 Loren Culp is a sophomore General Business major and Japanese minor.

Students share their perspective on sustainability in their majors, lives

Ella Katona, Reporter October 6, 2023

Three students preparing to work in fields where talks of sustainability are prevalent discussed their own sustainability habits, such as buying second-hand clothing, and their experience with talks of...

Sandra Austhof and Susan Lettieri show the box they welcome mothers with prenatal vitamins, ready-made soup and more.

Hudson church launches organization to support pregnant and parenting mothers

Audrey Trevarthan, Digital Assistant October 6, 2023

St. Mary Catholic Church in Hudson opened local resources for pregnant and parenting mothers in need in early September when they started a Walking with Moms in Need Ministry. The idea for the organization...

The “Valentine Sweater” by HyAndHook owner Kaitlyn Phillips.

Two student entrepreneurs use their creativity and passion to start small businesses

Chloe Wilson-Henline, Reporter October 5, 2023

Two students took their developed passions and turned them into profitable business ventures.  Graduate student Kaitlyn Phillips studied entrepreneurship for her undergraduate degree and is currently...

Coffee mugs given out to students at Wednesday's Coffee with a Cop event.

‘Coffee with a Cop’ event helps to bring community and police together

Kylee Coles, Reporter October 5, 2023

On Wednesday, the Kent State University Police Department worked to bring the community and police together in a relaxed setting with its "Coffee with a Cop" event. "Coffee with a Cop" consisted of...

A group kayaks in local river.

Adventure Center works to provide affordable outdoor equipment, trips, sustainable practices to community

Ella Katona, Reporter October 3, 2023

The Adventure Center works to rent affordable outdoor equipment, offer trip options and teach courses on the importance of sustainability to all students interested in nature.  The Adventure Center,...

Sarah Beal, a professional development specialist at the Center of Teaching and Learning, developed a game for her classes to build inclusiveness between students.

Students learn through video games in the classroom

Molly Hoffer, Digital Tech September 29, 2023

Gaming in the classroom is uncommon.   Many students go to class and watch teachers present a PowerPoint presentation of the chapter they are covering.   Sarah Beal, the professional development...

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