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Being active in a religion or a religious community can lead people to experience more moments of happiness in their lives.

Unlocking happiness: The role faith plays in a person’s well-being

Luke Gehm, Reporter April 20, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it is that makes you happy?  According to a Pew Research study, many things can impact a person’s happiness. Family, friends, jobs, careers and schooling are a few aspects...

Caroline Snyder's going-out outfit, with clothes from Abercrombie and Aerie.
Courtesy of Caroline Snyder.

Bar fashion: Students plan going-out outfits for warm weather

Ryan Bowles, Reporter April 18, 2024

Prioritizing comfort over cuteness is a common struggle people deal with when picking out what to wear.  Whether someone’s in a time crunch and needs something last minute, planning a birthday outfit...

Active Minds flyer for the Poetry Slam event. Courtesy of Bobby McDonald.

Poetry Slam records low attendance despite the event’s successful past

EmilyJo Jaeger, Reporter April 17, 2024

Active Minds held a poetry slam for students Wednesday at The Student Center, and zero participants showed up to the event.  Active Minds Vice President, Bobby McDonald, said the lack of participants...

The Williamson House is located at the corner of Main Street and Midway Drive on campus.

Campus support group provides safe space for students dealing with sexual violence

Savana Capp, Print Planner April 17, 2024

One in five college women experience unwanted sexual contact, according to a study from the National Library of Medicine.  In Kent State's 2023 Annual Security Report, there were 12 reported cases...

Art featured in the Center for Visual Arts building.

The power of utilizing art for mental well-being

Kaitlyn Roth, Reporter April 12, 2024

From painting and drawing to music and writing, students turn to creative outlets as a way to cope with stress and mental health challenges. Alongside this practice, there is a growing recognition of...

Student models line up after the goodwill fashion show during awards.

FSO fashion show turns Rockwell Hall into a garden party

Laci Schritz, Reporter March 17, 2024

The Fashion Student Organization displayed their annual Goodwill fashion show Friday evening featuring designs inspired by a garden party. “We were talking about Saltburn, and someone said garden...

Speakers at the ESDRI Water Sustainability Forum answer questions from the audience. (Courtesy of Andrea Hallgren.)

Campus Race to Zero Waste continues amidst Water Sustainability Forum

Quintin Page, Reporter March 15, 2024

As the campus-wide Race to Zero Waste continues, students and faculty of Kent State along with members of the community were invited to learn from experts about building better water systems. Hosted...

People flood the streets while celebrating during Fake Paddy's day on March 9, 2024.

Rain or shine: Students celebrate Fake Patty’s Day

Janson McNair and Adriana Gasiewski March 9, 2024

Celebrators start their day early with morning "darties" As Fake Patty’s Day kicked off, students donned their green outfits and prepared for a day on the town. This is the first Fake Patty’s...

Fashion Merchandising student Zach Rayz laid out his mostly thrifted outfit for Fake Paddy's Day.

Students plan ‘Fake Patty’s Day’ inspired outfits

Ryan Bowles, Reporter March 8, 2024

Fake Patty’s Day is one of Kent's most popular traditions that takes place each year prior to St. Patrick's Day, bringing all types of students to Kent for the weekend.  Themed parties go on from...

Amy Mucha stands in the doorway of her shop, Daisy Pops, with her favorite cake pop, Fruity Pebbles. Mucha retired from teaching in 2021 from Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy to open her shop less than a year ago.

Hobby to hustle: Woman-owned business thrives in downtown

Savana Capp, Print Planner March 8, 2024

From teaching to baking, the change of career and heart for one Kent woman drives her new passion. Amy Mucha is the owner of Daisy Pops, a cake pop bakery, which opened downtown in April of last year....

The Williamson House is located at the corner of Main Street and Midway Drive on campus.

‘It cannot be flickering, it needs to be a fire’: Women’s History Month begins

Savana Capp, Reporter February 29, 2024

Every year, the month of March is designated to honor women’s contributions throughout history, and it also recognizes those working hard to create a more equitable future, known as Women’s History...

Students learned mental health basics during virtual U Good event.

U Good event shares mental health tips

Kaitlyn Roth, Reporter February 29, 2024

The Center for Public Policy and Health hosted a virtual U Good “Mental Health 101” event Wednesday to raise awareness about mental health and to provide information about the basics of mental health,...

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