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The independent news website of The Kent Stater & KSTV

KentStater

The independent news website of The Kent Stater & KSTV

KentStater

The Kent State Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship, located at 475 Terrace Dr.

VITA program helps students, community members file taxes

Kayla Gleason, Beat Reporter April 3, 2024

Accounting students are helping the Kent community this tax season through the university’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA).    The program was started in 2011 by Paula DiVincenzo, manager...

Junior Left Fielder Jake Casey and Kolton Schaller high five right after both score on a Reese double during the Golden Flashes' 27-0 blowout of Youngstown State on March 12, 2024.

RECAP: Baseball loses home winning streak, walks off Hawks

John Hilber, Assistant Sports Editor April 2, 2024

The Kent State baseball team already lost the series to Western Michigan on the road, and the third game of the series was not looking good. Going into the top of the eighth inning, the Flashes were...

The Portage Hike & Bike Trail spans 13 miles along the Cuyahoga River and provides a place for trail goers to hike, bike, or canoe. Photo taken April 10, 2023.

Kent pedals toward a new hike and bike trail

Lauren Vaughn, Reporter March 23, 2024

Earlier this month, the Kent City Council voted on a proposed extension to the hike and bike trail that will cover areas ranging from Longcoy Elementary to Roosevelt High School. The vote was unanimous,...

OPINION: Are video games valid?

OPINION: Are video games valid?

Jacob Freshly, Opinion Writer March 22, 2024

To game or not to game, that is the question. Gaming’s increase in popularity and impact on younger generations has raised concern among many members of society. Let’s assess the pros and cons of...

Alexis Osburn and Izzy Niedermier talk with a student for the Student Life Study

University launches largest-known investigation into college student life in U.S.

Elaina Matricardi, Reporter March 21, 2024

The university has begun collecting data on modern college students' experiences through its new Student Life Study, a one-of-its-kind research initiative. The study was launched in August 2023 with...

Chloe Robertson is a Kent State student studying abroad in Florence, Italy.

OPINION: Lopsided towers are more than just architectural mistakes

Chloe Robertson, Opinion Writer March 20, 2024

I hate Times Square in New York City. It’s crowded, people in costumes try to touch you for fun and no one understands the art form of walking on the right side of the street.  Tourist destinations...

In the Prentice Hall parking lot holds the spots where Allison Krause, Jeffrey Miller, Sandra Scheuer and William Schroeder lost their lives. A vigil has been set in remembrance of them on May 4, 2023.

OPINION: Kyle Rittenhouse’s presence on campus desecrates the memories of those who perished on May 4

Leah Shepard, Reporter March 19, 2024

On the morning of May 4, 1970, my great grandmother, Terri Rattai, went to work in the Kent State administration office like every other day. By that evening, she would have to leave late and be escorted...

The LGBTQ+ Center located in The Kent  Student Center (KSC).

Ghana passes bill making LGBTQ+ activities illegal

Kaitlyn Sanders, Reporter March 18, 2024

Ghana’s parliament unanimously passed legislation last week that imposes a prison sentence of up to five years for LGBTQ+ supporters and members of the community.  The Human Sexual Rights and Family...

A sign on a bin shares details about the university’s recycling system.

How to actually recycle on campus

Alton Northup, Campus Editor March 18, 2024

When making an effort to recycle, not everyone does it right. “Sometimes, people do something that's called ‘wishcycling,’” said Melanie Knowles, the sustainability manager for the university....

Horoscopes: March 18 — 23

Horoscopes: March 18 — 23

Mikayla Kamm, Digital Tech March 18, 2024

Aries: House of Assertiveness, Appearance and Drive. Ruled by Mars. (March 21 — April 19) This week, Aries, you're in the spotlight, and it's your time to shine. Your natural charisma and enthusiasm...

The Kent location of LeeAngelo's pizzeria is located in MapCap Brew Co. at 1422 Mogadore Road.

‘Driven by gratitude’: LeeAngelo’s pizzeria opens third location in Kent

Lauren Bischof, Beat Reporter March 17, 2024

With a “community over competition” philosophy, LeeAngelo’s pizzeria co-owners Angelo Gonzales and LeeAnn Greitzer have created a family-owned business focused on giving back. “We know we’re...

Talent Acquisition Leaders from Crossroads of Mentor, Ohio made an appearance at the 2019 Kent State career and internship fair. “Our CEO is passionate and is locked into the mission,” said Kenyon Mau (left) on why he loved working for the company.

Students discuss struggles with finding an internship

Julia Cumley, Reporter March 16, 2024

According to Forbes, getting an internship is more competitive now than ever. Since the pandemic, layoffs have continued to rise affecting the amount of internships available.  After three years of a...