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Computers are available in classrooms at Kent State's Aeronautics and Engineering Building.

Kent State’s budget reconstruction may affect new technology

Kaleb Clark, Reporter February 22, 2025

As Kent State makes budget cuts as part of major reconstruction, the university will need to increase spending to keep up with tech needs according to some faculty and staff. A budgeting plan will be implemented...

Maiya Dixon reading a poem during the Kuumba Night located in Oscar Ritchie Hall on Thursday, Feb. 20th, 2025.

Kuumba Night offers reflective and creative art

Evan Schofield, Reporter February 22, 2025

February is Black History Month, and the Black United Students aim to celebrate with Kuumba Night, which occurs every month of the year. The event, held Feb. 20, offered a wide variety of talent and wordsmanship....

Men's mental health struggles include difficulty creating communities and safe spaces, as well as influence from toxic online narratives.

Kent state resources destigmatize men’s mental health

Sydney Craig, Reporter February 20, 2025

Men's mental health struggles, particularly in Generation Z, are often clouded by stigma and societal expectations, making it more difficult for men to seek help and find support. According to the National...

Kent State's creative writing community is vibrant on campus, Feb. 5, 2025.

Kent State creative writing roundup

Lindsay Collier, Reporter February 19, 2025

Kent State has been a community that focuses on promoting art practices and honoring creative endeavors for many years. The creative writing community at Kent State has continued to expand, providing opportunities...

Hildur Ásgeirsdóttir Jónsson's work featured in the Kent State University Museum.

Kent State University Museum director opens new exhibit to spark university and community engagement

Mallory Hughes, Reporter February 19, 2025

Sarah Spinner Liska, the new Kent State University Museum director, hopes to attract the university community and the broader public with a new exhibit inspired by the Icelandic landscape.  “We’re...

Kent State students working out in the Recreation and Wellness Center on Feb. 7, 2025.

Gym attendance fluctuates as the new year continues

Kailon Fischer, Reporter February 18, 2025

The Recreation and Wellness Center was the busiest around the first week of January, following the new year. The regulars at the gym noticed the change from the beginning of the year, to the following...

Sophie Swengel, a junior history major and chair of the May 4 Task Force, shares a presentation about the life and legacy of Alan Canfora at his post-mortem birthday celebration, Feb. 13, 2025. Canfora was best known for being photographed waving a black flag during the May 4, 1970 shooting and his contributions to the university.

May 4 Task Force celebrates Alan Canfora’s birthday four years after his passing

Aryn Kauble, Reporter February 17, 2025

The May 4 Task Force held a presentation Feb. 13 honoring the birthday and telling participants about the achievements of Alan Canfora, famous for his decades of activism work after holding a black flag...

Zoe Baker (left) and Mackinley Coe (right) hold a cake celebrating Student Legal Services' 20th anniversary. Jan. 24, 2025.

Kent State’s Student Legal Services celebrates 20th anniversary

Emma Campbell, Reporter February 17, 2025

Student Legal Services celebrated its 20th anniversary by reminiscing on its service’s growth and sharing future plans. The nonprofit law firm is dedicated to serving the legal needs of Kent State...

Kent State faculty discusses T28 models

Kent State faculty discusses T28 models

Emma Campbell, Reporter February 14, 2025

The Division of Academic Affairs has a plan to evolve Kent State’s academic plans in the near future. With reenvisioning the university's academic structures, many questions are being brought up by faculty...

"Trial by Fire" opened its doors on Friday, Feb. 7th, 2025.

‘Trial By Fire’ features art, activism

Felicity Scott, Reporter February 13, 2025

“Trial By Fire,” a play based around book banning and censorship in the classroom, debuted at Kent State in the Wright-Curtis Theater Feb. 7, inviting audiences to reflect on social issues and create...

Portage Foundation announces educational series, fundraiser, college scholarship program

Portage Foundation announces educational series, fundraiser, college scholarship program

Tanner Smith, Beat Reporter February 11, 2025

The Portage Foundation, a community-based charity organization, is kicking off its programming with an education series, pickleball fundraiser and scholarships available to Kent State students. “We...

Students share memories from the photo booth at FAB's Red Dress Gala on Feb. 8th, 2025.

Elegance in red: A recap of FAB’s Red Dress Gala

Savannah Carroll, Reporter February 11, 2025

The third annual formal event hosted by the Flash Activities Board, the Red Dress Gala, brought together students, faculty and guests for an evening of dancing, philanthropy and community. The event...