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Office of the Provost introduces Transformation 2028 (T28) to students

Office of the Provost introduces Transformation 2028 (T28) to students

Lauren Bischof, Beat Reporter October 24, 2024

A new initiative in the Division of Academic Affairs, Transformation 2028, is designed to evolve the university’s academic structures including colleges, departments, schools and programs to better prepare...

A police car keeps watch Wednesday on the Portage County Hike and Bike Trail where officers shot and killed 43-year-old Matthew James Fries. Police said Fries approached officers with an ax and knife in his hands.

Ravenna police fatally shoot ax-wielding homeless man

Adriana Gasiewski, Reporter October 24, 2024

The Ravenna City Police Department identified 43-year-old Matthew James Fries as the man officers shot and killed Tuesday. Captain Jake Smallfield said officers responded to a call about a stabbing...

Illustration by Ana Julia Cechin Facco.

Meet the Employers event creates networking opportunities for students

Ana Julia Cechin Facco, Reporter October 23, 2024

The Office of Career Exploration and Development is set to promote network opportunities for students on the second floor of the D.I. Hub on Oct. 28 and Nov. 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Networking is...

KSTV Flashcast Politics

KSTV Staff October 23, 2024

KSTV's Cale Breuers catches up on this week in politics.

KSTV Flashcast Top Stories

KSTV Staff October 23, 2024

KSTV's Evan Schofield and Jonathan Beard recap the latest on Portage County Sheriff Bruce Zuchoski as he seeks re-election.

Sex Week brings feminine hygiene products to women in need

Sex Week brings feminine hygiene products to women in need

Lex Radde, KSTV Reporter October 22, 2024

A local Women's Center event focused on creating menstruation kits to support women in need Tuesday. As a part of Kent Interhall Council's annual Sex Week, this women-focused service event provided...

36-year-old Nicholas Fontaine of Kent was one of six indicted for illegal voting, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Tuesday. Fontaine is a legal permanent resident but lacked U.S. citizenship when he allegedly voted in 2016 and 2018, according to the Attorney General’s office. | File photo

Kent man charged for illegal voting

Alton Northup, News Director October 22, 2024

An Ohio grand jury indicted six people for illegal voting in past elections. A 36-year-old Kent man, Nicholas Fontaine, was one of six indicted, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Tuesday. Fontaine...

Make a Difference Day: Lending a helping hand in Portage County

Emilio Hernandez and Michael Neenan October 22, 2024

National Make a Difference Day is an event on the fourth Saturday of October where volunteers across the nation work to make a positive change in the community. This year, Kent State partnered with multiple...

Barefeet Dance Tribe performs at their 10th annual Oya Shake Sumthin' event on Oct. 19, 2024.

Oya Shake Sumthin’ event creates space for cultural celebration

Addison Young, Reporter October 21, 2024

Barefeet Dance Tribe at Kent State celebrated their 10th annual Oya Shake Sumthin’ event on Oct. 19 to highlight the inclusivity of dance.  Barefeet Dance Tribe alumna Kamille Pierce spoke about...

International students and Kent State professors join together Oct. 18 in the Women's Center Conference Room for a film screening and panel discussion.

International Student Council, Women’s Center celebrate Day of the Girl Child with film screening

Priyanshi, Reporter October 20, 2024

Kent State's International Student Council and Women's Center marked International Day of the Girl Child with a film screening and panel discussion that focused on the experiences of girls around the world.  International...

President Todd Diacon said the university ends fiscal year 2024 with a $9.9 million deficit. The announcement follows a series of warnings from the president over declining state funding and enrollment. | File photo

Kent State sounds alarm after outspending budget

Alton Northup, News Director October 19, 2024

Kent State overspent its budget by $18.6 million for fiscal year 2024. President Todd Diacon said in a letter to faculty and staff that unexpected revenue padded the overspending, resulting in a $9.9...

People climbing on the Rec Center Rock Climbing Wall.

Kent State climbers set to scale new heights for charity

Jamie McGrady, Reporter October 19, 2024

Kent State University's Recreation and Wellness Services is gearing up for its annual Charity Climb-a-thon, where participants challenge themselves to climb on the rock wall as many times as possible to...

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