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

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...

The rock on front campus painted for DKS 2023 on June 28, 2023.

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...

Fuerst Automotive expands to Kent, hopes to serve students

Fuerst Automotive expands to Kent, hopes to serve students

Lauren Cohen, Reporter December 14, 2024

Fuerst Automotive recently opened a second location in Kent. A family-run business, the shop's goal is to provide honest and transparent service to its customers, especially Kent State students. The...

Akron’s Lock 3 celebrates the holiday season

Jillian Flack, KSTV Reporter December 6, 2024

An Akron staple re-opened for the holiday season. After Thanksgiving, Lock 3 Park hosted its grand re-opening, including its outdoor ice arena. The park has two ice rinks, activities and decorations...

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...

Kent professors and organizations helps students manage finals-related stress

Nikki Gasiewski, KSTV Reporter December 5, 2024

Snow is falling, and finals stress is calling. Professor and doctor Laurie Wagner, who teaches Stress Recognition and Management, advises against students immediately panicking or procrastinating but rather...

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...

Student groups discuss concerns about Transformation 2028

Michael Neenan, Kent Stater TV reporter December 4, 2024

Student groups discussed their concerns with Transformation 2028, a plan to rearrange the Office of Academic affairs by consolidating programs into fewer colleges. The Office of the Provost provided updates...

“Frost” exhibit brings the outdoors inside

Lex Radde, KSTV Reporter December 4, 2024

This year marks the second annual "Frost" exhibit at the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and exhibit culturist Sommer Tolan spoke to KSTV about what makes the exhibit more magical this year. Lex Radde is...

The National Weather Service has issued a lake effect snow warning for Portage County. As much as 10 inches of snow may hit the region from 4 p.m. Wednesday to 4 a.m. Friday.

Lake-effect snow warning issued for Portage County

Alton Northup, News Director December 4, 2024

Kent can expect its share of snow this week. The National Weather Service has issued a lake-effect snow warning for Portage County as an Arctic front crosses the region tonight. As much as 10 inches...