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"Cancer is Dumb" tie-dye t-shirt that is a part of the new clothing feature line.

Local teacher, cancer patient shares story and spreads awareness through philanthropy

Anthony Zacharyasz, Reporter September 26, 2022

At Holden Elementary in Kent, there is one school teacher who continues to use his philanthropy work to tell his story and make a difference in the lives of others. Garrison Wollam is a third-grade...

Intel launched 12th Gen Intel Core processors at CES 2022. (Credit: Intel Corporation)

University celebrates ‘major accomplishment,’ future of microelectronics with $1.1M Intel grant

Alton Northup, Grace Springer, Reporter September 26, 2022

Kent State, along with 13 other Ohio universities, was chosen by Intel to spearhead its 80-member Semiconductor Education and Research program on Sept. 9. The leadership position, which followed the...

Kent State wins 10th consecutive award for commitment to diversity

Kent State wins 10th consecutive award for commitment to diversity

Ty Kohler, Campus Editor September 26, 2022

For the 10th consecutive year, Kent State is a recipient of the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award (HEED), according to an email sent by the university Monday. The award is given to colleges...

The German Family Society Dancers show the audience a trick during their performance. Many attendees watched and cheered on the group.

Kent’s 2022 Oktoberfest brought food, live music and culture to downtown

Genevieve Krejci, Reporter September 25, 2022

The smell of freshly baked pretzels, bratwursts and fresh beer filled the air at Mainstreet Kent’s Oktoberfest Saturday. Main Street Kent put on Oktoberfest with seasonal beer, German-themed food...

Kicking off homecoming with Flash Bash

Kicking off homecoming with Flash Bash

Grace Clarke, Reporter September 25, 2022

Kicking off the week before Homecoming, Kent State’s Undergraduate Student Government (USG) and Flash Activities Board (FAB) will host "Flash Bash" on Monday. With Homecoming week quickly approaching,...

BREAKING: One confirmed, one possible sexual assault case in Eastway residence halls

Kaitlyn Finchler, Digital Manager September 22, 2022

Kent State is actively investigating two instances involving sexual assault, according to a campus safety alert sent Thursday evening. During an investigation of reported sexual assault in Manchester...

Akii Butler reads a few pages from J. K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" during the second annual Banned Book Reading.

Kent celebrates Banned Books Week with second annual read-in

Mariah Alanskas, Reporter September 22, 2022

A night of reading, cosplay, food and prizes marked the second annual read-in as students and faculty gathered to celebrate Banned Books Week. The Wednesday night event was held in Taylor Hall, open-mic...

Volunteers preparing meals at Trinity Lutheran Church in Kent on September 10, 2022

Trinity Lutheran Church hosting ‘Lord’s Lunch’ for food insecurity

Grace Kindl, Reporter September 21, 2022

Every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to noon volunteers at churches throughout Kent gather at Trinity Lutheran Church for “Lord’s Lunch.” Lord’s Lunch is a ministry hosted by Trinity Lutheran Church....

The first 800 students to come to the Black Squirrel Festival received free t-shirts from the Flash Activities Board

40th annual Black Squirrel Festival brings campus back to life

Grace Clarke, Reporter September 17, 2022

A festival dedicated to Kent’s favorite rodent, the black squirrel, ran this past Friday filling up the campus with lively events on the Student Green and Risman Plaza from 3-7 p.m. The Flash Activities...

Dix Stadium complete with new additions, improvements as opening day nears

Jacob Brooks, TV2 Reporter September 17, 2022

Kent State football is back for its 100th season. This season brings new improvements and changes to Dix Stadium, with more to come as the season progresses. Tv2 Reporter Jacob Brooks has the story.

Megan Richards loved hanging out with friends, participating in her sorority AXID and working for the College of Business Administration.

Friends and family share memories of Megan Richards, a Kent State student who died of brain cancer at 22

Troy Pierson, General Assignment Editor September 16, 2022

Megan Richards’ loved ones remember her as being kind, loving and strong. On Sunday, Sept. 4, Megan Marie Richards, a Kent State student, died at the age of 22 following a nearly two-year battle with...

Patagonia’s founder transfers ownership into two entities to help fight the climate crisis

Kate Trafecante, CNN September 14, 2022

(CNN) -- Patagonia's founder is transferring ownership of the company after nearly 50 years into two entities that will help fight the climate crisis. Patagonia is a private company based in Ventura,...