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Volunteer Cynthia Alexander helps student Byron Ridenour-Wright with homework during a "Homework Help" session at Kent Social Services.

Kent State student devotes time to homework help

Francesca Demming February 9, 2017

Darcy Wright-McNeil, a Kent State sophomore paralegal studies major, said she believes homework should be enjoyable for children. That's why, three years ago, she founded Homework Help at Kent Social Services."It's...

Jan Radar and Diana Ryman, attendees of the Women's Center's Quilling Workshop, put their skills to work during the event on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017. 

Women’s Center holds quilling workshop and Native American discussion

Lyric Aquino February 9, 2017

In a meeting room within Kent State's Women's Center, 10 women gathered to discuss their affiliations with Native American heritage and learn how to quill — a type of paper rolling craft where folded...

Defendant and former Kent State football player Nate Holley gives his testimony during day two of the Ohio v. Nathan Holley trial at the Portage County Municipal Courthouse in Ravenna, Ohio, on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017.

Holley takes stand in second day of trial

Henry Palattella February 8, 2017

Day two of former Kent State football player Nate Holley’s trial took place Tuesday in the Portage County Municipal Courthouse. Holley took the stand, along with the alleged victim, Ceara Tackett during...

Center: Kent State junior forward Jordan Korinek (35) goes for the layup at the M.A.C. Center on Wednesday, Feburary 8, 2017.

Korinek’s big game leads Flashes past EMU

Henry Palattella February 8, 2017

Before Kent State’s Wednesday night game against Eastern Michigan University, Kent State forward Jordan Korinek, was awarded by Kent State athletics for scoring her 1,000-career point, a feat she accomplished...

You don’t need a date on Valentine’s Day when you have a passport

Eryn Gebacz February 8, 2017

Kicking off "I Heart Travel Week" is "I Heart Travel Day."Taking place on Valentine’s Day, the event will provide students with a way to express their love for all things travel and learn more about...

Jacob Tabler is a junior political science major and a member of the Kent State College Republicans. Contact him at jtabler2@kent.edu.

Opinion: Senators square off in town hall debate

Jacob Tabler February 8, 2017

On Tuesday, U.S. Senators Ted Cruz and Bernie Sanders took part in a CNN town hall event. This event placed these former presidential candidates on the debate stage regarding the future of the Affordable...

Kaitlyn Redovian

Deidre Pulley February 8, 2017

Kaitlyn Redovian, senior nutrition and exercise science major, is participating in the 4k for Cancer program. She and her team will run coast to coast this summer, stopping by hospitals around the country...

Kent State students participate in a walk out in response to the appointment of Betsy DeVos and Rob Portman's confirmation of her for Secretary of Education February 7, 2017. Kent State University was founded as a college for rural teachers over 100 years ago.

Students protest Betsy DeVos’ confirmation during campus walk-out

Caelin Mills February 8, 2017

Kent State students gathered at Risman Plaza Wednesday afternoon with signs in hand to protest Betsy DeVos’ confirmation as Secretary of Education.Students walk out in reaction to Betsy DeVos from KentWired.com...

Sweet, cheap Valentine’s Day dates for a college budget

Mikala Lugen February 8, 2017

Valentine’s Day is a great holiday to spend with your significant other or a group of friends. However, the thought of spending money on a fun activity, dinner and gifts stresses most college students...

Stephen D'Abreau

Opinion: A tale of two cops: An open letter

Stephen D'Abreau February 8, 2017

To the officer who pulled me over last month:As I was patted down and my car was searched, I asked myself how a simple traffic stop in a well-known speed trap in my own hometown turned out like this. All...

Cheers and Jeers

February 8, 2017

Cheers to ... lightning striking twice. A South Carolina man won on two different lottery tickets in the same day, winning $100,000 and $200,000 from the pair.Jeers to ... gravity. An astronaut on the...

Matt Poe

Opinion: As Poe puts it: Public schools continue to suffer years after Devos confirmation

Matt Poe February 8, 2017

Editor's Note: The following column contains satire. Events mentioned in the piece are fictitious.It’s been 10 years since former Secretary of Education and professional airhead Betsy DeVos was confirmed...

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