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Dennis Kucinich is Ohio’s progressive choice for governor

Joseph Langan April 22, 2018

Dennis Kucinich, the former mayor of Cleveland and U.S. congressman, was a progressive populist before Bernie Sanders made it cool. His presidential runs in 2004 and 2008 were arrogantly dismissed, but...

Pouring out

Andrew Atkins April 22, 2018

Author’s note:My dad was an alcoholic. He died in November. I’ve always experienced a maelstrom of emotions. This isn’t easy to write about, to share, to read. But by sharing the trauma and pain...

Don’t forget about Puerto Rico

Kellie Nock April 22, 2018

Seven months ago, Hurricane Maria tore through Puerto Rico. It ravaged the islands, causing major infrastructural damage and a weakened power grid. Even now, so many months later, many parts of the island...

The international talent and fashion show brings culture to Kent

Abigail Miller April 22, 2018

From Korea to Oman, the second annual International Talent and Fashion show brought countries from all over the globe to Kent Friday night.The International Talent and Fashion show, an event hosted by...

Brothers of Omega Psi Phi and friends at the basketball classic honor Devin Moore.

Basketball tournament raises money for Devin Moore scholarship

Erica Carter April 22, 2018

The city of Kent, as well as Mayor Jerry Fiala officially proclaimed April 19 “Devin Moore Day”: the same day students decided to raise money for his scholarship.The Psi Gamma chapter of Omega Psi...

4 the Love of Paws organization fundraised for rescue animals of all shapes and sizes.

Shelbie Goulding April 21, 2018

Four-legged friends covered the “K” as they participated in carnival games at the Spark Bark Walk-a-thon Saturday afternoon. 4 the Love of Paws held its annual fundraiser to raise money and awareness...

2 Chainz performing on Thursday night during Flashfest at the MACC Center.

Sights from FlashFest

Adrian Leuthauser April 21, 2018

Students sprinted into the lower level of the M.A.C. Center Thursday evening, trying to secure a guaranteed view of the stage. Tee Grizzley and 2 Chainz were the main performers of the evening, as alumna...

Ebony poses for a quick picture during the Spark Bark Walk-A-Thon on Saturday before walking away to look at something else.

Spark Bark Walk-A-Thon

Adrian Leuthauser April 21, 2018

A few furry friends visited campus Saturday afternoon. Bailey, Ebony and Gilbert were just a few of the many dogs that wagged their tails around campus.The Spark Bark Walk-A-Thon hosted by 4 the Love of...

A table display during the Ideabase open house Thursday, April 19, 2018.

IdeaBase holds annual open house

Tristan Isham April 21, 2018

IdeaBase, a student-powered design agency located in downtown Kent and works with Kent State, held its annual open house Thursday welcoming both current and prospective students into the agencies headquarters...

Kent State prioritizes Flash ALERTS in wake of tornado warning

David Williams April 21, 2018

On April 15, the National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for Portage County. Kent State’s Emergency Alert System was quickly activated, and the tornado sirens blared. University Communications...

Catholic Student Association hosts fair trade fashion show

Helen Yablonski April 21, 2018

Speakers discussed how students can attain sustainability within fashion and everyday life at the Ethical and Fair Trade Fashion show Thursday evening.  The Kent chapter of Catholic Relief Services and...

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