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Diacon announces Human Resources and DEI merger, discusses other topics in latest ‘Talking with Todd’

Diacon announces Human Resources and DEI merger, discusses other topics in latest ‘Talking with Todd’

Alton Northup, Staff Reporter September 13, 2023

The vice presidency of human resources and vice presidency of diversity, equity and inclusion will combine into one office, Kent State President Todd Diacon announced Wednesday.Diacon made the announcement...

Attendees stand on stage singing their favorite tune during FAB's karaoke event on Sept. 13, 2023.

Students showcase their singing skills at FAB’s karaoke night

Jillian Flack, Reporter September 13, 2023

Over the speakers, “Mr. Blue Sky” and “Breaking Free” from the movie High School Musical echoed from the basement of the Student Center. Upon entry of the Rathskeller, students found themselves...

Trial for Kent State student accused of rape postponed until November

Leah Shepard, Team Editor September 13, 2023

The trial of McCoy Watkins, the Kent State student accused of raping two fellow students last fall, has been postponed until Nov. 21, the district court ruled in August. The trial, originally scheduled...

Students can now learn how to combat suicide through university’s prevention course

Alton Northup, Staff Reporter September 13, 2023

The university’s newest course prepares students to save lives. In 2021, suicide was the second leading cause of death for Ohioans ages 10-34, according to the Ohio Department of Health. In Ohio,...

The Kent State MAC Center, home to flashes athletics.

Student-athletes with jobs try to find balance in their busy schedules

Chloe Wilson-Henline, Reporter September 12, 2023

Bella Gibbs, a junior on Kent State’s dance team, is used to having a busy schedule. Between practice, games, class and homework, finding time to be social and focus on friends and family is tough. Finding...

Ravenna Fire Department commemorates 9/11

Erin Sullivan, TV2 Reporter September 11, 2023

Today marks the 22nd anniversary of 9/11 - a day America will never forget. Erin Sullivan visited the Ravenna Fire Department's memorial service for the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

Crash report provides more details after student suffers minor injuries from hit Sept. 4

Crash report provides more details after student suffers minor injuries from hit Sept. 4

Kelsie Horner, Digital Content Director September 11, 2023

A 19-year-old Kent State student obtained suspected minor injuries after a car struck her in the crosswalk between Cleveland Bagel Café and Papa Johns on East Main Street Sept. 4. The pedestrian, from...

Locals enjoy Ravenna Balloon-Affair  at the 2022 Hot Air Balloon Glow

Ravenna Balloon A-Fair prepares for 44th annual event, adding new attractions for families

Patrick Creedon, Reporter September 11, 2023

Ravenna’s Balloon A-Fair will host its 44th annual event with new attractions for families, such as axe throwing and pony rides, from Sept. 14 to Sept. 17.    The events will be held at Sunbeau...

Students move in and out of the Design Innovation Hub on Sept. 6, 2023. The DI Hub plans to be a nut-free facility by January 2024.

Expectations set for soon to be nut-free Design Innovation Dining

Adriana Gasiewski, Staff Reporter September 11, 2023

The Design Innovation Hub is home to one of the two dining halls on campus and will be a nut-free facility, at the earliest, by January 2024. The plan to make the DI Hub a nut-free dining facility started...

Undergraduate Student Government welcomes new vice president for 2023-24 academic year

Addison Foreman, Reporter September 10, 2023

Undergraduate Student Government (USG) introduced Sage Mason as its new vice president of its staff for the 2023-2024 school year.  The vice president role came about after Jenna Gilbreath, last year’s...

SAACS President Angele Engohang leads the club’s first event of the semester at Williams Hall.

Chemistry club kicks off fall semester with an all-women executive board

Audrey Trevarthan, Digital Assistant September 10, 2023

The six-member executive board of The Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society at Kent State consists solely of women.  Statistics from STEM Women said that as of 2023, women make up about...

A wall art of wings is located between the Student Center and the M.A.C.C. on Kent State’s campus.

University to host 2023 Ohio Latino Affairs Summit

Sofia Giotti Teixeira, Reporter September 10, 2023

The Ohio Latino Affairs Summit (OLAS) 2023, co-hosted by The Ohio Latino Affairs Commission and, for the first time, Kent State University, will aim to engage the Latino community in significant discussions. The...

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