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Lydia Braun standing in uniform in front of a military aircraft.

Inside the cockpit: What it’s like to be a Kent State student pilot

Rachel McKean, Reporter April 29, 2025

On a crisp morning at Kent State’s Andrew Paton Field, the noise of a Cessna 172 Skyhawk echoes across the tarmac. Lydia Braun, a junior professional pilot major, adjusts her headset, checks her instruments...

Attendees began finding their seats as Lavender Graduation was about to begin on May 6, 2022.

A celebration of identity: The history of Lavender Graduation at Kent State

Connor Nagy, Reporter April 29, 2025

When Tori Swarm helped plan Kent’s first Lavender Graduation, a low budget and minimal support left her and her fellow coordinators scrambling for materials, borrowing space and defending the very idea...

Queer and trans individuals attending "Brewed this Way" pose for a picture between talking about their experiences over cups of coffee at Scribbles Coffee Company on Saturday, April 26.

Trans social meetup welcomes new faces at Scribbles

Sascha Aleksich, Reporter April 28, 2025

New and old faces chatted while at the “Brewed this Way” meetup inside of Scribbles Coffee Company, providing trans and queer individuals a safe space on April 26.  Evelyn Stallbaum, the founder...

Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar celebrates turning 20

Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar celebrates turning 20

Emma Campbell, Reporter April 28, 2025

Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar celebrated its 20th anniversary this month with promotions, giveaways, new menu items and more.  The smoothie bar opened its first location in Kent in 2005, and is known...

A model wears a dress designed by Jordan Seiple at the annual fashion show, April 25, 2025.

Fashion Hall of Fame Gala gives students runway recognition

Savannah Carroll, Reporter April 28, 2025

Campus was alive with color, creativity and couture as Kent State’s School of Fashion hosted its highly anticipated Annual Fashion Show Hall of Fame Gala Saturday. Students, faculty and guests gathered...

During the Advanced Materials & Liquid Crystal Institute's 60th Anniversary Distinguished Alumni Awards, the department awarded alumni for their work on Saturday, April 26, 2025.

AMLCI’s 60th Anniversary honors alumni for their achievements

Kailon Fischer and Adriana Gasiewski April 27, 2025

Editor’s Note: The article was updated to provide clarification on the Distinguished Alumni Awards and further background information on the 60th anniversary of the Advanced Materials & Liquid Crystal...

Kent State student walking through the grass on campus wearing UGGs on Feb. 13, 2025.

Kent State student helps others with walk-and-talk therapy

Sydney Craig, Reporter April 26, 2025

For some clients, therapy can be easier and more comfortable using a walk-and-talk approach. Morgan Stohlman, a Ph.D. student at Kent, works primarily with clients who have attention-deficit hyperactivity...

A late-night fire Tuesday, April 22, 2025, charred the Flashes Grill in Eastway Center. The station is expected to remain closed for the remainder of the Spring semester.

Grease fire shuts down grill in Eastway 

Gage Wellman, Reporter April 25, 2025

Health officials confirmed the fire that broke out Tuesday night inside Eastway Center was a grease fire, according to the Kent City Health Department and Kent State University Culinary Services.  A...

A student’s study materials and final exam essentials.

Kent State preps for finals with study tips and stress relief strategies

Robyn Taylor, Reporter April 24, 2025

Finals are right around the corner at Kent State, taking place May 5-11. As students near the end of the semester, finals can cause stress and difficulties. “32% of students experience even greater...

KSU alumni lend a hand at the Ben Curtis Family Foundation

Sydney Brown, KSTV Reporter April 24, 2025

A group of Kent State alumni filled over 2,000 "Birdie Bags" at the Ben Curtis Foundation as a part of Flashes Give Back Week. Made for local kids who may not have access to a stable food source over...

Daffodil's bloom outside of the May 4th Memorial at Taylor Hall on Friday, April 11, 2025.

Kent gears up for Earth Fest festivities

Keegan Berzonski, Reporter April 23, 2025

The Haymaker farmers' market and research showcase are at the forefront of the Office of Sustainability’s Earth Fest on April 23. Earth Fest will see over 30 clubs and organizations celebrate Earth...

Melody Tankersley, senior vice president and provost, speaks at commencement for the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Communication and Information on May 10, 2024, in the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center.

Kent State commencement begins soon: Here’s your 2025 graduation guide

Evan Schofield, Reporter April 23, 2025

It’s almost that time of year again, when tassels are tossed and degrees are awarded. It’s something everyone looks forward to. Sometimes, it’s a lot to handle. That’s why The Kent Stater has your...

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