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Opinion: Most of us are haters

Mike Crissman April 24, 2011

Mike Crissman Mike Crissman is a sophomore newspaper journalism major and columnist for the Daily Kent Stater. Contact him at [email protected]. Nobody is perfect — especially not student-athletes....

Our View:Don’t cut student aid, Medicare

DKS Editors April 22, 2011

President Barack Obama addressed the nation April 13 regarding the huge deficit in our national budget. His eloquent speech narrowed down his position to one of humility and shame. He spoke of tax cuts...

Kent Bucket List:

Go to an Akron v. Kent game
See a show at the Kent Stage
Walk the Cuyahoga River Trail
Study abroad
Go sledding on a snow day
Try local Kent eateries: Pufferbelly, Mike’s Place, Taco Tontos, Continental Grill, Anthony’s Cafe, Heavenly Cupcakes, Wild Goat’s, Scribbles and more
Drink a Fishbowl, Rocket Pop and enjoy Kent’s nightlife (21 and older, of course)
Go to Haymaker Farmer’s Market, Beckwith’s Orchard or Hartville Market Place
Volunteer, join a group or participate in an activity outside your major
Take a class just for fun
Tap into the brilliant minds around you
Make your own list

Opinion: Leave with no regrets

Kelly Byer April 21, 2011

Throughout the four years I’ve been at Kent State, a lot has changed. The Risman fountain was replaced, the freshman dorms were torn down and the DKS newsroom moved from Taylor to Franklin Hall. Friendships...

Opinion: Leave with no regrets

April 21, 2011

Kent Bucket List:Go to an Akron v. Kent gameSee a show at the Kent StageWalk the Cuyahoga River TrailStudy abroadGo sledding on a snow dayTry local Kent eateries: Pufferbelly, Mike’s Place, Taco Tontos,...

Our View: Sportsmanship isn’t limited to athletic events

DKS Editors April 21, 2011

College can be a demanding time. Personal accountability is tested 24/7. One is responsible for a variety of new tasks, from buying groceries to going to class to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Even...

Opinion: My pants seat helped me fly

Laura Lofgren April 21, 2011

Since freshman year, I’ve been winging it at Kent State. I’ve randomly found nifty little places on and off campus through exploration with friends. I’ve made educated guesses on exams and (barely)...

Our View: Unpaid internships are a challenger for college students

DKS Editors April 20, 2011

Internships for college students are hard to come by in today’s declining economy. Many students are forced to accept positions for the experience and not the pay.This has been a climbing trend in recent...

 

Senior Column: What do you live for?

Josh Johnston April 20, 2011

Josh Johnston Josh Johnston is a senior journalism major and managing editor/city editor of the Daily Kent Stater The question, “What are you living for?” grips me.It’s something everyone’s...


"Madmen and butchers have no place in the 21st century, and as America continues to face a very uncertain future, we must not turn a blind eye."

Opinion: Who protects the troops?

Bryan Staul April 20, 2011

Bryan Staul Bryan Staul is a sophomore political science major and columnist for the Daily Kent Stater. Contact him at [email protected] There is no nobler thing than to give oneself to their country....

Guest Column: Focusing on the violence and democracy in Congo

Monika J. Flaschka, PhD April 19, 2011

Most Americans are aware that something is happening in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; it is a nation one hears about with relative frequency, but there has been a distinct indifference in the United...

 

Opinion: ‘Average’ is a dirty word

Sarahbeth Caplin April 19, 2011

Sarahbeth Caplin Sarahbeth Caplin is a senior English major and a columnist for the Daily Kent Stater. Contact her at [email protected]. There was a time in my life when I actually daydreamed of becoming...

Our View: Let’s think about others

DKS Editors April 19, 2011

Summary: Student volunteers have set an example well worth following. Lending a hand helps those in need and gratifies the helper.With so many opportunities to make a difference, we should take inspiration...

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