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Dealing with the balance between religion and love is delicate, but one that can be accomplished if worked thorough properly.

Navigating love beyond beliefs: Inter-religious couples redefine relationships

Luke Gehm, Reporter February 14, 2024

In college campuses across the country, a shift occurs as students navigate the unknowns of inter-religious relationships. These relationships, built on open communication, respect and love, are breaking...

The Kent State University fountain is located on Risman Plaza.

Diacon shares update on university budget, new majors at faculty senate

Michael Neenan, Beat Reporter February 13, 2024

President Todd Diacon announced reductions to the university’s budget during remarks at the faculty senate meeting Monday, as part of a plan to avoid going over the budget. “We are not doing more...

Students to celebrate Valentine's Day with self-care.

Valentine’s Day: Celebrating friendship and self-care

Kaitlyn Roth, Reporter February 13, 2024

Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day season, and Kent State students look forward to celebrating a holiday filled with all things self-care. Many students are changing the narrative of Valentine’s...

Love is in the air for these KSU faculty members

Lex Radde, TV2 Reporter February 13, 2024

Love is in the air at Kent State, even between the faculty members! Here are two sets of married couples who are also faculty members on campus: Professors Allen and Patricia Lowery and Professor Mei-Chen...

Single on Valentine’s Day? So what…

Adrianna Quinlan, Reporter February 13, 2024

Valentine’s Day is commonly celebrated by couples, but students without a significant other are still finding fun ways to enjoy the holiday.  Samantha Shaffer, a sophomore early childhood education...

Students for a Democratic Society become part of United Students Against Sweatshops

Students for a Democratic Society become part of United Students Against Sweatshops

Adriana Gasiewski, Beat Reporter February 13, 2024

As of Feb. 8, Students for a Democratic Society decided to become part of the United Students Against Sweatshops student labor organization, as they want to further their focus and efforts toward student...

The greenhouse at Acorn and Evergreen Floral Studio is adorned with heart decorations on Jan. 29th, 2024.

Colors of love swarm local floral studio for Valentine’s Day

Audrey Trevarthan, Campus Editor February 13, 2024

For Acorn and Evergreen Floral Studio in Kent, Valentine's Day is an "on-your-feet all day" kind of day. “It's a fun chaotic, and it's usually not terrible because men just want roses,” manager...

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

Public health officials respond to East Palestine train derailment

Elaina Matricardi, Reporter February 12, 2024

The College of Public Health discussed the response of public health officials to the East Palestine train derailment with Columbiana County’s public health commissioner on Feb. 4. On Feb. 3, 2023,...

Maui, one of the dogs with Paws for a Cause, takes a walk through the winter snow Jan. 19, 2024.

Puppy love: Paws for a Cause to take over student center for Kissing Booth event

Riley Vickerts, Reporter February 12, 2024

This Tuesday, Paws for a Cause will fill the student center with their Kissing Booth event. The furry filled event promises a puppy love-filled afternoon with tons of everlasting puppy kisses.   For...

Evelyn Dickerson Hair Design is moving to downtown Kent off 175 E. Erie St.

Same tradition, new spot: Evelyn Dickerson Hair Design heads downtown

Olivia Montgomery, Digital Tech February 12, 2024

Evelyn Dickerson Hair Design has offered haircuts and styling services to the city of Kent for over 70 years, and now, they will move to continue in downtown Kent off East Erie Street.  Carley Kruse,...

The Portage County Sheriff’s Office searches a stolen vehicle on East Main Street.

UPDATED: Police locate driver of stolen car near White Hall following multi-car accident, chase

Isabella Schreck, Editor-in-Chief February 12, 2024

The 17-year-old driver who caused a multi-car accident with a stolen car following a police chase was found near White Hall Sunday, according to a press release from the university.  The chase began...

Let's talk about sex: Professionals emphasize consent, safety

Let’s talk about sex: Professionals emphasize consent, safety

Andrew Bowie, Reporter February 12, 2024

Most college-age students will be sexually active, and staying safe is important.  STIs are one of the most consistent concerns when it comes to sex. The Ohio Department of Health reported 34,155...

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