One of my most interesting classes this fall semester focuses on the literary study of fairy tales. We began the semester discussing how tales were originally told through oral tradition.Picture a scene...
I’ve never understood those dates on calendars like “National Hot Dog Day” or “National Taco Day,” etc. You’ll see these so-called “recognition” days, and many more trending on social media,...
Of all the details in Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton’s biography that might resonate with the electorate — her modest upbringing, tenacious parents, struggle to integrate work and...
In June, Vice President Joe Biden gave a powerful speech reaffirming his commitment to combating sexual harassment, stating that, "We will have succeeded when not a single woman who is violated ever, ever...
Raising our voices! Reclaiming our right! Kent State unites to “Take Back the Night"!A group of over 60 members of the Kent community shouted this and other chants as they marched to protest violence...
Officials across all sports have a thankless job.If you know them by name, it’s either because you watch a lot of sports or they’re doing a terrible job. When they’re doing a quality job, they’re...
Last Wednesday, a debate for California’s open U.S. Senate seat took place between California’s Attorney General Kamala Harris and California Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez.This should mean little to...
On most nights, nothing sounds more unappealing than washing your face. It’s another one of those things your mom told you a million times that went in one ear and out the other (like only buying things...
New York Giants star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is not shy when it comes to the spotlight. He is known for his flashy style of play and strong fashion sense, which, given his production, backs up...
There is an old adage that says, “There are two things you do not talk about in polite company: politics and religion.” For the most part, no one heeds this warning.If you were watching Tuesday’s...
In 1960, presidential debates were covered on television for the first time. The memorable series of debates broadcasted on countless American televisions featured Democratic nominee John F. Kennedy and...
After watching a KentWired video of a massive "hunt" involving dozens of Kent State's police officers and students following a report of suspicious clown activity, one term came to mind: mass hysteria.Mass...
