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Former Kent State softball coach Karen Linder

Former Kent State softball player files lawsuit against university for alleged rape cover-up

Former Kent State softball player Lauren Kesterson filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Kent State and former softball coach Karen Linder, alleging Kesterson was raped by Linder’s son, a then-varsity baseball...

Former Kent State softball player alleges rape in lawsuit

Stephen Means and Ian Flicklinger February 9, 2016

Senior integrated health studies major Lauren Kesterson, a former Kent State softball player, filed a civil lawsuit alleging she was raped by the son of former softball coach Karen Linder. Kesterson also...

Samantha Lough, a sophomore journalism major, ran her first a 5k after her stroke on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015.

Life after a stroke: Finding strength and determination

Alexis Wohler December 3, 2015

At 17-years-old and a senior in high school, Samantha Lough, now a sophomore journalism major, was focused on her graduation and on her softball scholarship to Capital University in Columbus. On the day...

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Behind the curtain: A student’s passion for pageantry

Paige Verma November 19, 2015

Being in a band wasn’t cutting it for Alex Deitz. Having a song on iTunes was great, but it wasn’t what she wanted to do with her life. At age 15, Deitz found her calling: pageantry.It was watching...

Kent State president Beverly Warren gives her State of the University address in the Kiva on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015.

Full text of the State of the University address

Beverly Warren November 19, 2015

Thank you, Jordan. You are a shining example of Kent State’s talented and inspiring student body. For those who don’t know, Jordan Italiano remains in the national spotlight for another reason: He...

Shawn Rohlin, associate professor for economics, teaches his principles of microeconomics class on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2015.

Students grade teachers on Rate My Professors

Paige Verma September 23, 2015

For some Kent State students, scheduling is a breeze. For others, it’s a stressful time.The idea of picking a professor is something that some strategically plan while others just take classes with whomever...

Karen Linder was the head coach for the Kent State Softball team.

Kent State softball coach resigns after 18 years

Ian Flickinger August 31, 2015

Karen Linder announced she is stepping down from her position as the Flashes longstanding softball coach after 18 years.Under Linder’s supervision, Kent State softball became a national power, reaching...

Students can take part in intramural sports

Shayla Pierce August 28, 2015

Kent State offers a wide variety of options for intramural sports throughout the school year, with the fall leagues starting soon after move-in.The fall semester will hold five different leagues including...

 Senior outfielder Kim Kirkpatrick swings at a pitch during game 1 of Kent State’s double header against Cleveland State at the Diamond at Dix on Tuesday, April 14, 2015. Kirkpatrick homered to center field, scoring two runs of Kent’s 10-5 game 1 win.

Softball perfect on weekend, remains top of conference

Zac Sommer April 26, 2015

Solid pitching and timely hitting helped the Kent State softball team remain in first place of the Mid-American Conference as they swept both Bowling Green and Toledo over the weekend.Senior pitcher Emma...

Senior outfielder Kim Kirkpatrick hits a home run during the first inning of Kent States 11-3 win against Robert Morris on Wednesday, April 22, 2015.

Kent State’s softball offense leads team to victory

Quentin Smith April 22, 2015

The Kent State softball team concluded its non-conference schedule on Wednesday with a dominant win over Robert Morris, 11-3.The Flashes (31-11, 9-4 Mid-American Conference) have now defeated the Colonials...

Senior outfielder Kim Kirkpatrick hits a ball foul during the first game of Kent State’s double header against Cleveland State at the Diamond at Dix on Tuesday, April 14, 2015.

Softball finishes 2-2 on weekend, earns 1000th win

Zac Sommer April 19, 2015

The Kent State softball team split four games against Central Michigan University and Eastern Michigan University this weekend, but the Flashes recorded their 1000th all-time win Friday. Game 1: Kent...

Senior outfielder Kim Kirkpatrick swings at a pitch during game 1 of Kent State’s double header against Cleveland State at the Diamond at Dix on Tuesday, April 14, 2015. Kirkpatrick homered to center field, scoring two runs of Kent’s 10-5 game 1 win.

Softball dominates weekday games, pushes win streak to five games

Zac Sommer April 15, 2015

The Kent State softball team (28-9, 7-2 Mid-American Conference) increased its win streak to five after a doubleheader sweep of Cleveland State on Tuesday.Game 1: Kent State 10, Cleveland State 5Sophomore...

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