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Kent State University faculty members smile and wave rally towels overhead as they cross the court floor at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation (MAC) Center during the university’s 2022 Convocation.

Kent State honored as only ‘Great College to Work For’ public university in Ohio

Ty Kohler, Campus Editor September 12, 2022

Kent State is the only public university in Ohio to receive a 2022 “Great College to Work For” designation, according to an email sent by the university Monday. This is the 11th time the university...

Intel launched 12th Gen Intel Core processors at CES 2022. (Credit: Intel Corporation)

Kent State to spearhead multimillion dollar Intel microelectronics collaboration

Matthew Brown, Photo Editor September 10, 2022

Kent State is joining forces with 13 other higher education institutions to support the microelectronics industry. In March, Intel introduced the Semiconductor Education and Research Program for Ohio...

Police were stationed outside Walls Elementary School in Kent Friday afternoon following a threat.

Caller threatens to bring AK-47 to Kent’s Walls Elementary School

Isabella Schreck, Sports Editor September 9, 2022

An unknown male caller threatened to bring an AK-47 rifle to Walls Elementary School in Kent Friday. The person called the school around 2 p.m. and administrators “took appropriate safety measures,”...

President Joe Biden arrives to speak during a groundbreaking for a new Intel computer chip facility in New Albany, Ohio, Friday, Sep. 9, 2022.

Politics in air as Biden visits future Intel plant in Ohio

Aamer Madhani, Josh Boak and Andrew Welsh-Huggins, Associated Press September 9, 2022

NEW ALBANY, Ohio (AP) — President Joe Biden steered clear of partisan politics at Friday's groundbreaking celebration for a huge new computer chip facility in Ohio — as a tough Senate contest in...

"May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest," King Charles III says "to my darling mama," in his first speech as King.

King Charles III vows to serve ‘with loyalty, respect, and love’ in first address as monarch

Ivana Kottasová, CNN September 9, 2022

(CNN) -- On the first full day of his reign, King Charles III demonstrated his seriousness in dedicating the rest of his life to public service. Despite losing his mother Queen Elizabeth II the day...

The LGBTQ+ Center is located on the lower floor of Kent State's Student Center and is open to any and all students.

Kent State recognized as one of ‘Best of the Best’ colleges and universities for LGBTQ+ students

Mariah Alanskas, Reporter September 9, 2022

In late August, Kent State received a five out of five-star rating measuring the campus’s safety, inclusiveness and resources for LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff. The rating was measured and awarded...

Kristin Morris' statue "Ricardo" is displayed in the exhibition. Morris recieved the Brian Lonsway Memorial Award for Humor in Craft for her work.

School of Art showcases award-winning alumni, Ohio artists’ work in ‘Best of 2022’ gallery

Chloe Robertson and Grace Clarke, Reporter September 9, 2022

Eighty-three award-winning works of art, including work from Kent State alumni, are now on display at Kent State's Center for the Visual Arts. The university is hosting the Ohio Designer Craftsmen...

Racial slur found on mirror in men’s library bathroom

Isabella Schreck, Sports Editor September 9, 2022

A racial slur was written on a mirror in the men’s bathroom on the first floor of the university library Tuesday. The incident was then reported to Kent State Police. Chris Jenkins, assistant director...

Ohio College Comeback gets former students back in the classroom and back on track to getting their degrees

September 7, 2022

Only 49% of Ohioans graduate for college. Eight Northeast Ohio community colleges and universities have joined a compact to ensure former Ohio students not only obtain their degrees but get rid of debt...

Kent State police looking for information on woman who grabbed student

Matthew Brown, Photo Editor September 2, 2022

Kent State University Police are currently looking for information on a woman who is reported to have entered a restroom on Koonce Hall’s sixth floor and grabbed a male student’s genitalia through...

“Talking with Todd” live Q&A sheds light on Kent State from president’s desk

Grace Springer, Staff Reporter August 31, 2022

Kent State President Todd Diacon addressed over 300 faculty and staff in a Microsoft Teams live Q&A called “Talking with Todd,” a new monthly chat. Tuesday’s chat provided an update on A Strategic...

Police respond to Stopher Hall altercation

Emma Andrus, Editor-in-Chief August 29, 2022

Kent State police were called to Stopher Hall on Sunday night following a report of a fight in the residence hall. An officer arrived on the scene around 10:30 p.m.—police described the incident as...

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