Izzy was a journalism major who loves reading, writing, talking — and most importantly, asking a lot of questions. She graduated from Kent State University in 2025 and was Editor-in-Chief, Graphics Editor, Sports Editor and a sports and general assignment reporter at The Kent Stater. She loves learning about other peoples’ stories and is grateful for the opportunity to share them with the public! Contact her at [email protected].

Matthew was a senior photography major and The Kent Stater’s visuals editor. He has a passion for photography and traveling. Contact him at [email protected].

Yasmeen was an applied media major with a minor in photography and public relations. She was the Visuals Editor, an Assistant Photo Editor and Staff Photographer. Yasmeen was on staff for three years, and is from Marlton, New Jersey, but was born and raised in Ohio for 13 years. She came back to go to school here, and student media was a large reason as to why she chose Kent State University. Contact her at [email protected].

Cadie Pierce (she/they) is a spring 2024 Bachelor of Integrative Studies graduate and was a Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 staff photographer for KentWired/Kent Stater. Cadie can be reached at [email protected].

Janson was a Assistant Photo Editor. Janson was a senior journalism major and trumpet section leader for the Marching Golden Flashes. He enjoys observing and documenting the world through photography. He also enjoys writing about current events as well as mental health and wellness. Contact him at [email protected].