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Kent State Votes leader assesses voter turnout

John Engoglia, Beat Reporter December 14, 2024

With the 2024 election in the rearview mirror, it is time to review student voting turnout and the best initiatives that brought them to the polls.  Kent State Votes, an Undergraduate Student Government-affiliated...

Two new reconfiguration models are in revision by faculty and staff for Transformation 2028

Lauren Bischof, Beat Reporter December 14, 2024

Academic affairs faculty and staff reviewed the first five models of college reorganization for T28 presented in October.  “Feedback from all of our staff and faculty is essential in guiding this...

Students question the rules and regulations of The Rock

Lauren Cohen, Beat Reporter December 14, 2024

The front campus rock has been a canvas board for student expression since 1922. Both positive and negative messages and illustrations have been displayed on the boulder. Hate speech on The Rock can...

A map that shows where people commonly ride, with larger dots equating to more rides.

Campus implements sustainable transportation

Amy O'Malley, Reporter December 5, 2024

Two years after the launch in 2022, students are still riding SPIN electric bikes and scooters around Kent. With over 200,000 SPIN rides in two years, the system has been a continuous success. Chris...

A hybrid class taught by Professor Michael Jackson.

Here’s the impact of hybrid environments on careers

Ana Julia Cechin Facco, Reporter December 4, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic brought changes to work environments through the use of technology and adaptation to remote environments. The advance of technology allowed workers to continue their obligations...

Freedom Paws puppies playing during Pause for Puppies Holiday Yoga Event.

Holiday puppy yoga brings joy to students

Jamie McGrady, Reporter December 4, 2024

Kent State students embraced a unique blend of relaxation and furry companionship during the Pause for Puppies: Holiday Edition Yoga event. Hosted by the Freedom Paws organization, the event drew students...

Kent State USG president resigns

Alton Northup, News Director December 4, 2024

Shannon Brown, the president of Undergraduate Student Government, resigned from the position Wednesday, according to a letter sent to USG members and obtained by The Kent Stater. Brown's resignation...

Fashion Student Organization board.

Longstanding Fashion Student Organization merges tradition with innovation

Kayla Gleason, Reporter December 3, 2024

Since the School of Fashion’s opening in 1984, the Fashion Student Organization has been welcoming members and hosting events, growing in its purpose over the past four decades.  FSO is guided by...

Kent State Ashtabula canceled classes for the second day this week as Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a state of emergency for snow hit counties. | File photo

DeWine declares state of emergency for Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga and Lake counties

Alton Northup, News Director December 3, 2024

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a state of emergency Tuesday for Northeast Ohio counties hit by heavy snowstorms since Friday. The state of emergency covers Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga and Lake counties,...

Huger holds his third-place prize in the 2024 Elevator Pitch for Boobys Coffee and Tea.

Entrepreneurial Experience: Guiding entrepreneurs to success

Ana Julia Cechin Facco, Reporter December 2, 2024

The Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship offers a class to entrepreneurship majors to aid in their journey of opening and running their first business. Mary Heidler, associate...

Holiday Giving Trees at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center.

Campus community gives back with Holiday Giving Tree Initiative

Jamie McGrady, Reporter December 2, 2024

Kent State University’s Holiday Giving Tree Initiative is back for its fourth year, featuring themed “giving trees” benefiting three local organizations: Longmeadow Care Center in Ravenna, One of...

Students share holiday gift ideas for the busy college student

Savannah Carroll, Reporter December 1, 2024

Finding the perfect gift for a college student can be tricky — balancing practicality, style and a touch of fun is not easy. Whether they’re begging for the new iPhone, decking out their dorm or just...

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