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Alexis Atwater is a freshman political science major and a member of the Kent State College Democrats. Contact her at aatwater@kent.edu

Opinion: Cybersecurity becoming a growing concern

Alexis Atwater Kent State College Democrats April 6, 2016

Earlier this week, Mossack Fonseca, one of the largest law firms in the world, was apparently the latest victim of a data breach. Much of what was included in the more than 11.5 million leaked documents...

Samantha Karam is a sophomore journalism major. Contact her at skaram3@kent.edu.

Opinion: What they never warned you about vegetarianism

Samantha Karam April 6, 2016

Vegetarianism and veganism are gaining popularity in today’s day and age. People are becoming more aware of the foods they consume and where they come from.I’ve always talked about how much I love...

Dylan Webb is a teaching English as a second language major. Contact him at dwebb13@kent.edu.

Opinion: NOCO Hemp Expo

Dylan Webb April 6, 2016

From business owners to renowned activists, reporters and farmers, to scientists, the pioneers of the American hemp industry gathered in Loveland, Colorado for the Third Annual North Colorado Hemp Expo. Hemp...

Katie Kimble, a junior entrepreneurship major, sits in the clubhouse at Province Apartments on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. She was recently named “Biggest Winner” by WKYC TV and has given back to the community in many ways.

Kent State student honored for volunteerism

Sierra Allen April 6, 2016

Katie Kimble, a Kent State junior entrepreneurship major, puts volunteerism as a top priority in her life. Kimble thrives on giving back to the community and thinking of others. She has helped many people...

Guest Column: Teaching freedom of speech

Los Angeles Times April 5, 2016

Teaching a freshman seminar on freedom of speech on college campuses has made us aware of the urgent need to educate the current generation of students about the importance of the First Amendment. From...

Our View: Why the Climate Survey matters

April 5, 2016

Students received an email from Kent State President Beverly Warren in March, urging them to take the Kent State Climate Study: Assessment of Climate for Learning, Living, and Working. Unlike what some...

Matt Poe

Opinion: College basketball has been revived—for now

Matt Poe April 5, 2016

For anyone who followed college basketball this season, it was one of the more forgettable regular seasons in a long time. There was no team searching for a perfect record heading into tournament time,...

Opinion: The war on cancer is ongoing

Lucas Misera April 3, 2016

This weekend, Kent State held the KSU Flash-A-Thon, an annual event that raises money for Akron Children’s Hospital's pediatric oncology department. Though more than $31,000 was raised in a collaborative...

Opinion: Recalling the importance of WrestleMania

Jacob Ruffo April 3, 2016

WrestleMania was this past Sunday and, as usual, it was the biggest platform in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)—and therefore all of wrestling and sports entertainment.Historically, “The Grandest...

Jacob Tabler is a junior political science major and a member of the Kent State College Republicans. Contact him at jtabler2@kent.edu.

Opinion: Immigration policy alternatives in the U.S.

Jacob Tabler Kent State College Republicans March 30, 2016

Immigration policy in the United States continues to be a divisive issue between Republicans and Democrats. The debate on how to solve this problem has been going on for decades, and this election is no...

Dylan Webb is a teaching English as a second language major. Contact him at dwebb13@kent.edu.

Opinion: Spring into life: Death’s harsh reminder

Dylan Webb March 30, 2016

As the last doctor on the board told my grandmother the news that the only treatment for her newly diagnosed pancreatic cancer was a chemotherapy drug with only a seven percent chance doing any good —...

Jared Strubel is a junior political science major and columnist for the Kent Stater. Contact him at jstrubel@kent.edu

Opinion: The shining city on the hill

Jared Strubel Kent State College Democrats March 30, 2016

In spite of Republican criticisms of President Obama’s handling of immigration, particularly in regards to our southern border, the administration has shown its ability to enforce the law with record...