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An active classroom discussion at the American Academy in Paris, France.

The future of the Paris American Academy

Michael Neenan, Reporter November 28, 2023

The university is scheduled to take over operations for the Paris American Academy to create a new study abroad program in France. Vice President for Global Education Marcello Fantoni says Kent State will...

Changes were made inside of Rockwell Hall, the home for the School of Fashion.

School of fashion celebrates 40 years of ‘innovation and achievement’

Kelsie Horner, Reporter November 22, 2023

Kent, Ohio, is likely not the first place to come to mind when considering a fashion school location. Ranked the #8 fashion design school in the U.S. and the #1 fashion design school in the Midwest, the...

ACCESS shelter engages in Giving Tuesday

Chloe Harich, Reporter November 19, 2023

ACCESS Inc., an Akron homeless shelter for women and children, is participating in Giving Tuesday Nov. 28, and every dollar donated goes directly to helping women and children in the community.  Giving...

KSU homecoming kickoff featured food, music and fireworks.

Saxophonists work to mentor next generation of musicians

Abigail Kinney, Reporter November 17, 2023

Saxophone Day will be presented Nov. 19 in the Ludwig Recital Hall for current middle and high school students. The saxophone is a captivating instrument from the woodwind family. It can produce mellow...

The Kent State University fountain is located on Risman Plaza.

Faculty Senate approves graduate assistantship policy, updates Kent Core re-evaluation

Michael Neenan, Reporter November 15, 2023

The Faculty Senate approved a motion to create a new university policy regarding graduate assistantships during its meeting Monday. This new policy requires graduate students to have at least eight credit...

Performers sing in an opera performance in 2022.

Performers are hitting all the right notes with upcoming opera

Abigail Kinney, Reporters November 13, 2023

Performers at the Opera Theatre will present “Not/Ordinary: Scenes of Life and Love,” a compilation of opera scenes running in the Wright-Curtis Theatre from Nov. 17 through Nov. 19.  This event...

A student returns to the Stopher & Johnson residence hall during fall break on Oct. 6, 2023.

No, you still can’t smoke marijuana on campus

Michael Neenan, Reporter November 13, 2023

Despite State Issue 2 passing on the Ohio ballot Tuesday, smoking marijuana will not be allowed on campus. Cannabis is set to become legal for recreational use statewide for adults 21 and older, according...

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A display portraying previous year's Giving Trees in the Student Recreational and Wellness Center.

Holiday giving trees bring cheer during holiday season

Sarah Petrovich, Reporter November 12, 2023

The main focus of the Holiday Giving Trees program is on giving Christmas trees adorned with charitable donation tags to local organizations. Assistant Director for Fitness and Wellness Elizabeth Michel...

Flyer for an informational seminar provided by Andrew M. Snyder

New LGBTQ+ graduate certificate in public health focuses on inclusivity

Sofia Giotti-Teixeria, Reporter November 11, 2023

The College of Public Health is offering a new LGBTQ+ Graduate Certificate to provide a comprehensive understanding of the unique health needs and disparities faced by the LGBTQ+ community.  To current...

A past orchestra concert at Cartwright Hall

Orchestra strums fresh chord with new leadership, ideas

Abigail Kinney, Reporter November 10, 2023

The Kent State Orchestra has been a part of the college's music program since 1968, and although some traditions are embedded in their roots, the orchestra is modernizing and trying different things this...

Flyer displaying the details for the upcoming event

LGBTQ+ Center stages QTPOC meeting focusing on trans awareness

Sofia Giotti-Teixeria, Reporter November 7, 2023

The LGBTQ+ Center is preparing for the second-to-last meeting of the Queer and Trans People of Color (QTPOC) group Wednesday, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.  This meeting will primarily center around trans...

Knitting for those in need mixes community outreach with a tactical creative outlet.

Knitting for Those in Need craftily supports community

Chloe Harich, Reporter November 5, 2023

Knitting for Those in Need is a nonprofit charitable organization that uses loom knitting, needle knitting and crochet to create items for those in need.  The group started in 2011 to teach knitting...

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