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OPINION: Why I’m open about my mental health at work

Cameron Gorman September 3, 2018

If you remember only a few golden societal rules you were taught in childhood, these might be among them: Don’t ever ask someone their weight, their age or how much money they make.Those kinds of questions,...

Kent State v. Illinois 6

September 3, 2018

Kent State running back Raekwon James (24) is tackled by Illinois defensive back Jartavius Martin (21), defensive back Sydney Brown (30), and linebacker Del'Shawn Phillips (3) during Kent State's matchup...

In this image released by NOAA's GOES-16 on Monday, Sept. 3, 2018, Tropical Storm Gordon appears south of Florida. The storm is expected to cross from southwest Florida into the Gulf Coast later Monday afternoon. (NOAA via AP)

Tropical Storm Gordon brings hurricane watch to Gulf Coast

By JENNIFER KAY/ Associated Press September 3, 2018

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Tropical Storm Gordon lashed South Florida with heavy rains and high winds on Monday, forcing holiday beachgoers to drier ground. Weather forecasters said the storm could strengthen...

Kent State coach Sean Lewis looks toward the scoreboard during Kent State's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Flashes lost 31-24.

Missed opportunities, uptempo offense highlight Flashes’ season opener

Ian Kreider September 1, 2018

Midway through the second quarter, sophomore quarterback Woody Barrett uncorked a long ball to junior running back Justin Rankin, but the ball, like the game, was just out of reach.During that drive, the...

A banner used on Facebook to promote an open-carry rally hosted by Kaitlin Bennett, a Kent State alumna known for her graduation photo with an AR-10.

Kent State issues cease and desist for open-carry rally

Kent State issued a cease and desist order Wednesday for Kaitlin Bennett's open-carry rally planned for Sept. 29, citing that she hadn't obtained approval required by the university. The statement, which...

Vice President Shay Little speaks on upcoming changes to meal plans at the Undergraduate Student Government meeting in the Governance Chambers on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.

University hopes to remedy meal plan madness; USG weighs in

Valerie Royzman August 29, 2018

During the Undergraduate Student Government meeting Wednesday evening, Vice President of Student Affairs Shay Little applauded Dining Services for the turkey burger she ate for lunch at Eastway Fresh Food...

Bernal hired as new program director for CAED

Shelbie Goulding August 29, 2018

From Bogota, Colombia, to Syracuse University, Ivan Bernal came from a long line of architect relatives and years of experience to be appointed the new director of architecture programs for the College...

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New student organization looks to expand on design outside of classroom

Simon Hannig August 29, 2018

Kent State's newest club is looking to capitalize on growing interest in Kent State's design school.KSU User Experience Design (UXD) Club, created by senior visual communication design major Maggie Morley...

Flashes quarterback Woody Barrett drops back for a pass during a drill before Kent State's spring game on April 14, 2018. Barrett is entrenched in a three-way quarterback battle heading into the team's season opener at Illinois. 

Extra Points: On a new season, the quarterback with the keys to the car and the Illini

Henry Palattella August 29, 2018

1. First off, I’d like to welcome you to Extra Points. The Kent State football team is in an interesting place this year in that the buzz and optimism surrounding the team is at the highest it’s been...

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OPINION: Venmo and the value of reciprocity

Scott Rainey August 29, 2018

You have probably heard that our phones have taken over our lives more times than you would like. To our parents, smartphones are simply agents of distraction, but to us, they are a necessary tool for...

Letter to the Editor

Luis Pena Ochoa August 29, 2018

Over the weekend, the KentWired Twitter account received dozens of replies and direct messages in response to a tweet asking for students’ opinions on the recent changes to meal plans at Kent State.Luis...

A person walks toward one of the new traffic circles locates on Summit Street on Aug. 29, 2018.

Summit Street Improvement Project finalizes construction plans for the upcoming semester

David Williams August 29, 2018

While settling in for the new semester, the Kent State community likely noticed several changes around campus regarding construction. Among the changes include a new roundabout and boulevard.The new roundabout...

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