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QUIZ: What rom-com should you watch based on your relationship status?

Adriana Gasiewski, Campus editor February 4, 2025

Adriana Gasiewski is a campus editor. Contact her at [email protected].

Illustration by Meaghan Miller

Kent State’s waiver for drone-flight team to open future research opportunities

Ari Collins, Beat Reporter February 3, 2025

While recent mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey and around other parts of the country have caused a frenzy of conspiracy theories and buzz, Kent State’s campus will have its own share of drone...

"Sips and Seals" featured a seal mascot to help advertise the event, Jan. 29, 2025.

FAB kicks off semester with full roster of events

Aryn Kauble, Reporter January 30, 2025

The Flash Activities Board has kept students entertained through the first month of the semester with numerous activities, and they show no plans of slowing down in February. They started the semester...

Illustration by Clare Rodgers.

‘It Ends With Us’ controversy overshadows relationship violence awareness

Adriana Gasiewski, Campus Editor January 29, 2025

In 2023, there were 18 reported cases of dating violence on campus, according to Kent State’s 2024 Annual Security Report. In 2024, 24% of adolescent girls, which is 19 million girls ranging from 15...

Kent State junior journalism major Reilly Hall transferred here from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

From one campus to another: Transfer students find their place at Kent State

Savannah Carroll, Reporter January 25, 2025

Some students may feel a strong connection to their chosen college campus after the first visit. However, others may need more time and information to make a final decision. For some, even after hours...

In the fall of 2024, KSTV began using its new name. The Kent Stater and KSTV plan to continue to provide the Kent and Kent State communities with quality stories as the organization moves forward.

‘Your community, your stories’: The Kent Stater, KSTV continue to serve Kent after rebrand

Adriana Gasiewski, Campus Editor January 25, 2025

From Kent Stater TV anchors welcoming viewers with “This is TV2” to now “This is Kent Stater TV News” and from searching KentWired.com to now being redirected to KentStater.com, The Kent Stater...

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...

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...

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...