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Redshirt freshman Chrishon McCray, breaks away from Miami University defensive players as he runs the ball down the field on Sept. 30, 2023.

Football still searching for first conference win, dropping fourth consecutive game

Jacob Shondel, Sports Editor October 14, 2023

For the first time all season, Kent State football did not score in the first half of a game. Saturday in Ypsilanti, Mich., the Flashes lost 28-14 to Eastern Michigan. The team lost four consecutive...

A poster from the October Roses premier on October, Friday the 13th, 2023.

“October Roses” gives campus audience a frightful scare at its premiere

Adriana Gasiewski, Staff Reporter October 14, 2023

Kent graduate Brandon Lazenko’s short film “October Roses” premiered Oct. 13 in the Kiva Auditorium as a part of the university’s Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement’s October event. Attendees...

Graduate student Bryce Sheppert celebrates with the team after a good play against Miami University on Sept. 30, 2023.

Eagles makes four: Football drops fourth consecutive game to EMU

Jacob Shondel, Sports Editor October 14, 2023

Kent State football, now 1-6 on the season, lost to Eastern Michigan 28-14 Saturday in Ypsilanti, Mich. This marked the Flashes' fourth consecutive loss.  The last time the program lost four games...

Coco Montrese performs to a mashup of Ariana Grande songs at Kent State's 2022 Sex Week drag show Oct. 26, 2022.

Sex Week to kick off Oct. 23 with events about sex education

Kaitlyn Mitchell, Reporter October 13, 2023

Kent Interhall Council revealed the 2023 schedule for its annual Sex Week, a week of events dedicated to educating students about sex in an interactive environment – with a “Wild West” theme.  Joshua...

Flash cheering on the gymnastics team from the stands on January 29, 2023

University celebrates the birthday of its mascot: Flash

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter October 12, 2023

Flash turned 38 today! Flash has been the mascot of the university since 1985 and has been an enthusiastic member of campus ever since. Flash can often be seen around campus hanging out with students...

Redshirt freshman Chrishon McCray, breaks away from Miami University defensive players as he runs the ball down the field on Sept. 30, 2023.

Football looks to avoid four-game slide against Eastern Michigan

John Hilber, Reporter October 12, 2023

Kent State football will stay on the road for a matchup against Eastern Michigan and look to change its luck after falling into a three-game losing streak. The team’s most recent loss came against...

Kier Gaines (left) and Angelique Daniels (right) field welcome the crowd at Kent State's Mental Health Campaign Kickoff Oct. 10, 2023

University’s Mental Health Campaign kicks off with keynote speaker

Janson McNair, Photo Assistant October 11, 2023

The university’s Mental Health Campaign officially kicked off Tuesday with National Mental Health Awareness Day.  The event featured a moderated conversation with Kier Gaines, a licensed therapist...

A sunset rainbow paints the sky during the Kent State Homecoming Football game Oct. 1, 2022.

Fall 2023 homecoming court: get to know the court and vote for royalty

Lauren Bischof, Reporter October 10, 2023

The university announced its 2023 homecoming court nominees Sept. 29 at the Black Squirrel Festival. The nominees are Jaelyn Brown, Juliana Buonaiuto, Kaitlyn Ginn, Lauren Klodt, Maura Mascarin, Sage...

A collection of VHS tapes, DVDs and CDs of classic childhood Disney movies.

Disney and Warner Bros.: Two rivals sharing one milestone anniversary in 2023

Adriana Gasiewski, Staff Reporter October 8, 2023

This year marks the 100th anniversaries of The Walt Disney Company and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., and across generations, the two studios created a lasting impact of fond memories over the century. As...

Redshirt junior Michael Alaimo, Kent State's quarterback, protects the ball from the Miami University defense on Sept. 30, 2023.

Reaction to MACtion: Bobcats pounce on Flashes in blowout loss

John Hilber, Reporter October 7, 2023

Kent State football extended its losing streak to three games in a dominating 42-17 loss to Ohio University Saturday. KSU has given up 42 or more points three times this season – the team has not...

(From left to right) Students Zee Ringler (He/They) and Sienna Jepsen (She/Her) show their pride and prepare to race in last year’s “Rainbow Run” 5k.

Third-annual ‘Rainbow Weekend’ prepares to bring pride to Kent

Willow Jernigan, Reporter October 7, 2023

Rainbow Weekend will come back to Downtown Kent Oct. 13 and 14, where Main Street Kent, local businesses and the university’s LGBTQ+ Center will coordinate events for the community to celebrate acceptance...

People enjoy a day in downtown Kent on October 5, 2023.

Local activities for students spending fall break in Kent

Kayla Gleason, Reporter October 5, 2023

For many students, going home for fall break is not an option, but there are many activities on or around campus for students looking for fun ways to spend their time off. Check out the food, drinks and...

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