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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed a bill into law banning transgender students from using school bathrooms and locker rooms that match up with their gender identity. The law requires people at Ohio K-12 schools and universities use the restroom that aligns with their gender assigned at birth. | File photo

Inside House Bill 183: Ohio’s latest bathroom bill

Aden Graves, Reporter April 27, 2024

On the night of a formal dance at their high school, Aiden Zapisek, who identifies as non-binary and gay, entered a stall in the men’s bathroom. Soon after, a group of boys walked in and surrounded the...

Peer educators at the Kent State of Well-Being invite students to learn about sustainability initiatives.

Kent State of Well-Being supports Earth Month with Wednesday event

Morgan Hoover, Reporter April 25, 2024

The Kent State of Well-Being encouraged students to take steps toward positive environmental impacts during its meeting Wednesday. The event involved students making their own eco-friendly reusable...

Clean-up crews work to remove debris from the Norfolk Southern derailment in East Palestine on Feb. 19, 2023.

University researchers analyze, present effects of East Palestine train derailment

Kayla Gleason, Beat Reporter April 25, 2024

Researchers from the university teamed up with other universities to form the Ohio/Pennsylvania University Research Consortium, which works to summarize the effects of the East Palestine train derailment.  Beyond...

Students, faculty prepare for 54th May 4th commemoration

Emma Campbell, TV2 Reporter April 25, 2024

A little over a week away from the historic events at Kent State University 54 years ago, students, staff and faculty are all reflecting on how the campus community continues to commemorate May 4. Chic...

Images of graduates line a wall in the Student Multicultural Center on Nov. 11, 2023.

Post-graduation jitters: Students share uncertainty for the future

Sydney Graham, Reporter April 24, 2024

With graduation coming up in just a few weeks, many students are uncertain about what the future holds.  Some seniors describe this feeling as “post-graduation jitters.” As these last few weeks...

Tables set up at the annual Earth Fest celebration April 22, 2024.

Earth Fest brings attention to environmental protection during Earth Week

Elaina Matricardi, Reporter April 24, 2024

Kent’s Office of Sustainability highlighted ways to protect the environment during their annual Earth Fest on Monday with the help of the Earth Month Committee and Kent Flea & Makers Market. “I...

Non-profit organization, Gift of Life, gives a flash a second chance at life

Lex Radde, Tv2 Reporter April 24, 2024

The non-profit organization Gift of Life provides donations for those in need of bone marrow transplants and stem cells. This came in handy for freshman Carson Colombo, who suffers from aplastic anemia...

Junior fashion design student Jaslyn Ly's piece, featured at the Virtual Fashion Show.

Virtual Fashion Show brings designs to life using advanced software

Laci Schritz, Reporter April 24, 2024

The School of Fashion had its third annual Virtual Fashion Show Tuesday, featuring original designs created by students using CLO 3D software. Professor Margarita Benitez said this type of software...

Senior nursing student reflects on expectations, importance of clinicals

Senior nursing student reflects on expectations, importance of clinicals

John Engoglia, Reporter April 23, 2024

Kevin Bovair is a Kent State student enrolled in the two-year accelerated nursing program. Bovair previously earned a bachelor's degree in athletic training before deciding to seek a Bachelor of Science...

Food trucks sit outside on Risman Plaza.

University’s ‘Food Truck Series’ offers students unique dining experiences

Parker Gorman, Reporter April 23, 2024

As the spring months roll into Kent, so does a variety of unique food trucks.  “The 'Food Truck Series' is important to give students, faculty and staff variety and excitement in their campus dining...

Tricia Knoles, is a sergeant with the Kent State University Police Services Department/ Courtesy of Kent State University.

How campus police handles a student in crisis

Bristol Lily, Reporter April 23, 2024

Through training and hands-on experience, Kent State University Police work to acknowledge the problems and find solutions to keep students safe in crisis situations.  Tricia Knoles, an administrative...

Kent State’s annual Earth Fest promotes environmental conservation and sustainability

Elaina Matricardi, TV2 Reporter April 22, 2024

With the help of the Earth Month Committee and Kent Flea & Makers Market, Kent's Sustainability Office looked to highlight ways to protect the environment during their annual Earth Fest. This year...