Editor's Note: Dylan Walker, digital communications specialist at IdeaBase, serves as an opinion writer for The Kent Stater and KentWired. Given his role and relationship to the story, KentWired interviewed...
Kent State University tries to recruit and retain students by offering a range of scholarships to help them achieve their academic goals.
Melissa McKenney, the director of scholarships at Kent State,...
Student entrepreneurs brought their business plans to the seventh annual Spring Pitch Competition this past week.
Described as a “Shark Tank style” event, students pitched their businesses to five...
Verder Hall is reopening for student housing after being closed for three years.
“Verder is back and will be housing incoming freshman and sophomores,” said Jill Jenkins, senior executive director...
Fresh Check Day is an event for students to come together while encouraging mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
This event is a nationwide one that comes from the Jordan Porco Foundation,...
Melody Tankersley is the first woman to serve as Kent State’s provost.
As provost, Tankersley is the second-highest-ranking executive officer at the university. She oversees all things academic such...
Hiring, planning and providing support are all key aspects to the Office of the Provost. The provost uses her support staff to execute these aspects.
Melody Tankersley serves as provost and oversees...
Educating visitors and students on the anti-war movement in fall 1969 that lead up to the events on May 4, 1970 is the focus for the new exhibit on Kent State’s campus.
During this time period,...
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...
Attending college is a time for students to further their education and explore new avenues, but the college admissions process can be overwhelming.
Admissions counselors help prospective students navigate...
The Student Center Ballroom was filled with entertainment and inclusivity as members of Greek life participated in decade themed lip-sync skits to raise money for children with speech and hearing impairments.
Delta...
The rhythmic beat of percussion and vocals echoed from the Rathskeller as about a dozen students gathered to sing and dance to karaoke Friday evening.
Afrobeat, a distinct sound that blends traditional...
