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Child labor has tragically become a building block for success

Chloe Robertson, Guest Columnist April 8, 2023

Industries all around the world are working children in order to get people clothes on their backs and food on their tables. In 2020, the International Labor Organization reported around 160 million children...

Bell Tower Brewing Co. creates new “diversity” brew

Avery Savage, TV2 Reporter April 7, 2023

Today is National Beer Day! Bell Tower Brewing Co. added a new beer named after former Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. "Dissension," the company's newest brew, emphasizes the advancements that...

Lil Yachty gives some love to the Kent State crowd as he performs at FlashFest April 6, 2023.

Meditating with Lil Yachty at FlashFest 2023

Grace Davies, Staff Reporter April 7, 2023

Even three hours before doors were set to open, dozens of people crowded the MACC stairs, hoping to get the best seats at this year’s FlashFest. The line began taking participants at 2 p.m., and by 4:30...

Earth Month festivities kick off at Kent State

April 3, 2023

It's officially April, but also Earth Month. At Kent State University, staff and students are collaborating to bring a month full of environment-conscious events. A new art gallery opened Monday...

Chair of the May 4 Presidental Advisory Community Roseann "Chic" Canfora talks to attendants of the May 4 Commemoration event on May 4, 2022.

Canfora, May 4 survivor, uses storytelling to empower students

Francesca Malinky, Reporter April 3, 2023

Roseann “Chic” Canfora is a name synonymous with the tragedy and activism surrounding the May 4, 1970 shooting. Canfora currently works with students to document and teach using her lived experiences. Chic...

Jacob Nash and members of the LGBTQ+ Center gather together at the Transgender Day of Visibility event.

Trans students celebrate visibility

Irene Bowser, Reporter April 3, 2023

In May, Jacob Nash will celebrate 25 years of coming out as a transgender man. He celebrates his differences and challenges by supporting others who are beginning their journey of visibility. Nash said...

Opportunities in esports industry continue to grow

Adam Kring, Reporter March 29, 2023

Esports continues to make its way to the mainstream of society, and with it is coming plenty of jobs and attention from big corporations. So, how do you get a job in this industry? The esports minor program...

The United Methodist Church in Kent, Ohio on March 26, 2023.

‘They do not embody Christ:’ Local clergy condemn rise in Christian nationalism

Leah Shepard, Staff Reporter March 26, 2023

Conservative Christian nationalism has erupted into the public eye in recent years. Local clergy say the American church must do what it can to combat the rise of hatefulness and violence in the church...

Meet the USG candidates: Senators

Meet the USG candidates: Senators

Editor’s Note: All interviews were conducted via email question-and-answer responses. Undergraduate Student Government elections for the 2023-2024 academic year open at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 21 and...

Meet the candidates and get to know USG: Student Body President

Meet the candidates and get to know USG: Student Body President

Jillian Schrift, Reporter March 18, 2023

Editor’s Note: All interviews were conducted via email question-and-answer responses. The Undergraduate Student Government has been the direct line of communication to the university’s administration,...

Meet the USG candidates: Directors

Meet the USG candidates: Directors

Jillian Schrift, Jocy Holtsberry, and Alex Zito March 18, 2023

Editor’s Note: All interviews were conducted via email question-and-answer responses. Undergraduate Student Government elections for the 2023-2024 academic year open at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 21 and...

SDS continues to advocate for emergency contraceptive vending machines

Alexandria Manthey, TV2 Reporter March 16, 2023

A new vending machine would be the first of its kind in Ohio. It does not sell chips or drinks, but emergency contraceptives. The proposed machine would be at Miami University. A Miami University spokesperson...

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