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Guest column: Microaggressions hurt

Regina Rini, Los Angeles Times October 18, 2015

If you live near a college campus or read anxious think pieces, you've probably heard about "microaggression."A microaggression is a relatively minor insult to a member of a marginalized group, perceived...

Opinion: My experience driving while black

Ray Strickland October 15, 2015

It was a summer day in Akron when my perception of the world and the way it works changed. My brother, a friend of mine and I were driving down Delia Avenue in Akron and noticed an Akron police car behind...

Letter to the Editor: Masculinity is not a social construct

Dr. Julio Cesar Pino October 15, 2015

Editor’s note: This is in response to Tegan Beechey's letter to the editor titled "Femininity and fear" published on Oct. 13, 2015. Dear Editor:I was amused but not amazed at the treatise on masculinity...

Our View: No fair winner of Democratic debate

KS Editors October 14, 2015

Despite what various political pundits, candidates and anybody on social media may say, declaring a winner in Tuesday’s Democratic debate isn’t possible because all candidates weren’t given equal...

Jacob Ruffo is a junior journalism major and columnist for The Kent Stater. Contact him at jruffo@kent.edu

Opinion: Join the league of legendary spectators

Jacob Ruffo October 14, 2015

The League of Legends World Championship happens throughout the month of October and will continue until the championship series on Oct. 31. If you’re into competition at all, you should be glued to...

Guest column: Why diversity matters

Historically, institutions of higher education have been known for transforming the minds, perspectives and aspirations of those who enter them.Residential liberal arts colleges provide students with the...

Sam Karam

Opinion: The trouble with parking services

Samantha Karam October 14, 2015

You’re trudging to your car after a long day of classes. Your stomach is growling and your shoulders ache from carrying a backpack for hours. You approach your car and the cherry on top of your exhausting...

Our View: Stick to rap, T.I.

KS Editors October 13, 2015

Celebrities often endorse political candidates, leading their huge fan bases to support a particular person. For example, Pharrell Williams recently announced his support for Hillary Clinton on the Ellen...

Matt Poe

Opinion: Columbus Day must remain, needs viewed differently

Matt Poe October 13, 2015

Columbus Day is one of those holidays that doesn’t feel like a holiday. Banks are closed and some school districts acknowledge the day by not holding classes. Aside from this, the typical American doesn’t...

Letter to the editor: Femininity and fear

Tegan Beechey October 13, 2015

In the last week, I have watched a fascinating and rather perplexing exchange unfold between Amanda Anastasia Paniagua and Dr. Julio Cesar Pino. While Pino's response to Paniagua's letter is my focus,...

Lucas Misera

Opinion: The presidential debacle

Lucas Misera October 13, 2015

There’s a logjam in the 2016 presidential race, and it’s quite unclear as to when a true frontrunner will develop out of either party.As of now, six Democrats are officially running for the presidency,...

Bruno Beidacki is a sophomore journalism major. Contact him at bbeidack@kent.edu

Opinion: Do you want to be a polyglot?

Bruno Beidacki October 12, 2015

If you are not familiar with the term “polyglot,” here is my definition of it: someone who has advanced knowledge and is able to communicate in multiple languages. As a polyglot myself, this definition...