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A 3D printer inside the CAED FabLab works on the initial stages of a 3D print on Nov. 8, 2023.

3D printing gains popularity on campus

Kayla Gleason, Reporter November 10, 2023

As the use and availability of 3D printing is becoming more widespread, various colleges on campus are utilizing the advantages.  The School of Fashion is introducing 3D printers to their building...

Students for Justice in Palestine pray for Gaza during candlelight vigil

Erin Sullivan, TV2 Reporter November 10, 2023

Student for Justice in Palestine hosted a candlelight vigil to honor the 10,000 Palestinians who have lost their lives in the last month in Gaza due to the war between Israel and Palestine. Students gathered...

Recipients of 2023 Wick scholarship winners pose after the ceremony.

‘Celebrating Our Own & Open Mic’ event spotlights 2023 Wick Poetry Center scholarship winners

Lauren Bischof, Reporter November 9, 2023

The five Wick Poetry Center scholarship winners were highlighted at the ‘Celebrating Our Own & Open Mic’ event held at the Wick Poetry Corner in the University Library Wednesday. Each winner...

Kent State ROTCembers wait to present the colors at the Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 9, 2023.

University holds annual Veterans Day Commemoration 

Olivia Montgomery, Reporter November 9, 2023

A large group of people met on the Student Center Green for the University’s annual Veterans Day Commemoration ceremony Thursday morning. The event, which spanned 45 minutes, included the university...

Sophmore Max Loudenslager casts his ballot at the Kent State Recreational and Wellness Center on Nov. 7, 2023.

Portage County sees expected election turnout, continues to count ballots

Grace Springer, Managing Editor November 9, 2023

Tuesday’s election went as expected for election officials in Portage County, with a 53.27% turnout rate as of Thursday.  Election day proceeded normally, said Faith Lyon, Director at the Portage County...

A group of students during the "I Am First" celebration start a line dance on Nov. 8, 2023.

First-generation students’ accomplishments celebrated

Kayla Gleason, Reporter November 9, 2023

A celebration for first-generation students was held in the Kiva Auditorium Wednesday to recognize their achievements.  The university scheduled activities and programs Monday through Thursday for...

A domestic students asked questions and international students shared their experiences during the Intercultural Communication class

Professor showcases international student experiences in panel discussion

Yui Kaichi, Reporter November 8, 2023

Ikram Toumi, an associate professor in the School of Communication Studies from Tunisia, brought international students together to share their experiences at a panel discussion in her Intercultural Communication...

A yard sign in support of voting yes on Issue 1 in this November's Election.

Issue 1 in Ohio passes, allowing for greater reproductive rights

Adriana Gasiewski, Staff Reporter November 8, 2023

As a result of the Nov. 7 election, Issue 1 passed, allowing legal abortions past the six-week ban and access to miscarriage care, contraceptives and fertility treatment. The League of Women Voters...

Medical marijuana products on display at Bliss Ohio, located at 331 E. Main St.

Ohio votes to legalize marijuana

Alton Northup, Staff Reporter November 8, 2023

Voters approved a ballot proposal legalizing recreational marijuana Tuesday. The passage of Issue 2, which permits adults age 21 and older to use, purchase and grow marijuana, makes Ohio the 24th state...

An Issue 31 sign sits outside North Water Brewing Co., where supporters, volunteers and employees of the park district held a watch party on election night.

Portage Parks eye future after levy passage

Grace Springer, Managing Editor November 8, 2023

The Portage Park District has big plans for the future with new levy funds. The levy, which passed Tuesday, will begin in 2024 and be charged to homeowners in 2025. The 1-mill, 10-year levy will collect...

Sophmore Max Loudenslager casts his ballot at the Kent State Recreational and Wellness Center on Nov. 7, 2023.

Kent community casts their ballots at polls this Election Day

Olivia Montgomery, Reporter November 8, 2023

The Kent community took to various polling locations throughout the city throughout Election Day Tuesday.  While standing outside polling sites such as the Beverly J. Warren Student Recreation and...

Flyer displaying the details for the upcoming event

LGBTQ+ Center stages QTPOC meeting focusing on trans awareness

Sofia Giotti-Teixeria, Reporter November 7, 2023

The LGBTQ+ Center is preparing for the second-to-last meeting of the Queer and Trans People of Color (QTPOC) group Wednesday, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.  This meeting will primarily center around trans...

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