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The Kent State library located on 1125 Risman Dr.

University reports largest enrollment increase in over a decade

Michael Neenan, Beat Reporter February 26, 2024

The university has seen its largest increase in spring enrollment since 2011, according to the 15-day enrollment report published the week of Feb. 12. The document reported 31,219 students across the...

The front of the Herrick Conservatory research center.

Herrick Conservatory contributes to campus sustainability

Quintin Page, Reporter February 25, 2024

Names fill the guest list at the Herrick Conservatory, a greenhouse on campus and an escape from the February cold for students. Hosting a variety of plants and some fish, the Herrick Conservatory is...

Kent BeatleFest attracts crowds of Beatles fans, commemorating ‘timeless’ music

Lauren Bischof, Beat Reporter February 25, 2024

Sisters Amanda Ruffner and Caroline Lacusky came in from out of town for the 10th-annual BeatleFest Friday, looking forward to listening to all of the live music and the different groups in attendance. When...

The university's library sits near Risman Plaza on campus.

University reflects on Russo-Ukrainian war with ‘Stand With Ukraine Through Film: The Guide’ event

Elaina Matricardi, Reporter February 24, 2024

With the second-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaching, several Kent State departments highlighted the history of the invasion through a screening of Ukrainian-made film “The...

The Kent State University fountain is located on Risman Plaza.

Students discuss eclipse plans after campus announces no classes

Adriana Gasiewski, Beat Reporter February 24, 2024

Students on campus have begun to prepare for their total solar eclipse plans on April 8, as the university canceled classes for that day. In an email to the community, Melody Tankersley, senior vice...

IdeaBase is located on the third floor of Franklin Hall.

CCI pushes back scholarship deadline after FAFSA delays

Sydney Graham, Reporter February 24, 2024

As the Spring 2024 semester begins, many students are grappling with the delay of this year’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid.  This FAFSA application determines a student's eligibility...

Students attended the Aromantic Roundtable Discussion on Thursday, Feb. 22 in the LGBTQ+ Center. - Courtesy of the LGBTQ+ Center.

Aromantic roundtable discussion at LGBTQ+ Center sparks awareness, conversation

Aden Graves, Reporter February 23, 2024

Not everyone experiences romantic and sexual attraction the same way, and that was the focus of the LGBTQ+ Center’s aromantic roundtable discussion on Thursday where students and staff could share experiences...

Volunteers sort through items on Feb. 9, 2024, at the Flashes Fighting Hunger pantry in the Tai-towers rotunda.

Flashes Fighting Hunger takes on food insecurity

Bristol Lily, Reporter February 23, 2024

Normally the university is against fighting, except when it comes to the fight against hunger. Since 2017, the university has operated Flashes Fighting Hunger, a food pantry for students and community...

The university's LGBTQ+ Center is located in room 024 on the lower level of the Kent State Student Center.

LGBTQ+ Center expresses concerns over Senate Bill 83

Michael Neenan, Beat Reporter February 23, 2024

Members of the LGBTQ+ Center have spoken out about protecting members of the LGBTQ+ community.  In May, Ohio Senate Bill 83 passed the senate after it was revised to exclude people of all sexual orientations,...

Brodie Sikorski, Ava Hirsch and Alexis Spears create bouquets of flowers at FAB's bouquet making event.

Students create colorful decorations at FAB’s bouquet making event

Adrianna Quinlan, Reporter February 22, 2024

An array of colorful flowers were present at FAB’s bouquet making event Tuesday night. Students who attended were able to make a bouquet, decorate a vase and enter in a raffle to win Lego flowers.  The...

Students, staff discuss impact of Flu this season

Annalexis Davis, TV2 Reporter February 22, 2024

Sickness is going around on campus, and The Ohio Department of Health agrees. The Ohio Department of Health shared in a live stream that flu season cases are rising this February despite an average...

The Center for the Performing Arts.

Students to get behind the scenes at Theater Design, Technology, Production Program’s open house

Olivia Woods, Reporter February 22, 2024

At the university's Theater Design, Technology and Production program open house this month, students will be able to go behind the scenes and get introduced to the world of stage design and technology.  The...

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