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Coronavirus testing

Kena Betancur / Getty Images March 1, 2020

A researcher works in a lab that is developing testing for the COVID-19 coronavirus at Hackensack Meridian Health Center for Discovery and Innovation on February 28, 2020 in Nutley, New Jersey. The facility...

A researcher works in a lab that is developing testing for the COVID-19 coronavirus at Hackensack Meridian Health Center for Discovery and Innovation on February 28, 2020 in Nutley, New Jersey. The facility develops novel therapies for some of the world's most difficult diseases. At least 53 countries have reported cases of infection.

Coronavirus: symptoms to watch out for, ways to protect yourself

Faith Karimi, CNN March 1, 2020

(CNN) -- As the United States recorded its first coronavirus death—and the number of infections grows worldwide—many people are wondering what symptoms to be on the lookout for and how to protect...

A cleaner sanitizes a wagon on a regional train at the Garibaldi train station in Milan, Italy, Friday, Feb. 28, 2020. Authorities are taking new measures to sanitize trains and public transportation after the COVID-19 virus outbreak. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno)

Italy reports a 50 percent increase in confirmed coronavirus cases

Jay Croft, CNN March 1, 2020

(CNN) -- Italy reported a 50% increase in coronavirus cases Sunday, as the U.S. further restricted travel and the famed La Scala opera house closed.Italy's Civil Protection Authority reported the county...

Meet the Undergraduate Student Government Candidates

March 1, 2020

Kent State students will have an opportunity to vote in this year’s USG election and cast their vote for next year’s officers.“Senators for colleges are elected,” said Megan Milam, Junior Political...

Amanda Keiser, Senior and MS4 in ROTC, does the sit-ups portion of the final senior test with Isaac Zeigler holding her feet down for support. 

Taking the final PT test determines if seniors get to commission

Bridget Lin Reporter March 1, 2020

For the average person, running two miles within 11 minutes is not something they are willing to do at the crack of dawn. Seniors in the ROTC program graduating this semester are taking one last physical...

Norm is the best barber around!

One step at a time: Norm

I will never forget the first time my brother Mitchell and I walked into Jason’s Barber Shop in Acorn Alley in Kent. Jason’s is a one of a kind establishment. Tons of sports apparel fill the walls...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Trump

Dear Editor: Honor is defined as, “a keen sense of right and wrong; adherence to principles considered right: as, to behave with honor.” This is word for word from Webster’s New World Dictionary. Respect...

Camryn Calderwood. 

Students learn collaboration skills, May 4 history through Common Reading Experience assignment

Camryn Calderwood always felt the summer reading assignments she has done were just busy work. Calderwood is a sophomore fashion merchandising major and recently came to Kent State, but the summer reading...

Women’s basketball tops Bowling Green in 2OT

Kathryn Rajnicek Sports reporter February 29, 2020

Freshman guard Katie Shumate received the inbounds pass from redshirt senior guard Megan Carter. Shumate dribbled toward the basket, was double teamed and passed the ball to cutting freshman forward Nila...

Vice President Mike Pence announces travel restrictions to areas of South Korea and Italy during a press conference Feb. 29, 2020.

US confirms first coronavirus death; expands travel restrictions

Maegan Vazquez, CNN February 29, 2020

    (CNN) -- The Trump administration on Saturday announced new travel restrictions after confirmation of the first coronavirus death in the US, with President Donald Trump signaling a more robust...

Kent State Florence held a conference about the coronavirus at the Palazzo Vettori on Feb. 26, 2020. 

Kent State Florence to send students back to US

With the rise to a Level 3 Travel Health Notice by the Centers for Disease Control, Kent State is requiring all students to return to the U.S. due to the increase of the coronavirus crisis in Italy.The...

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