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PRIDE! to host forum on sexual harassment, assault

Blair Donald April 2, 2014

Kent State’s PRIDE! organization will be hosting a sexual harassment and assault discussion today during its meeting. The meeting will be in room 317 in the Student Center at 9 p.m.PRIDE! announced through...

Late nights and lost sleep

Melissa Puppo April 2, 2014

On any given school night around 11 p.m., most college students are finishing up their reading for a class or catching up on a TV show. They’re about to get ready for bed hoping to be fast asleep a half...

Illustration by LaQuann Davis

Call me, beep me: Cell phone addiction

Lindsay Miller April 2, 2014

Freshman fashion merchandising major Fiona Greller spends an average of six hours a day on her iPhone 5s. These six hours do not include her time spent on her computer and tablet.“I am addicted to my...

Photo courtesy of David Young

Stylish locks Rush the walkway

Katy Coduto April 2, 2014

For a little something different to do in Kent this Saturday night, look no further than 157 Lounge. On April 4, it will become host to the City Street Fashion Show from 7 to 9 p.m.The first ever City...

English immersion makes shopping an experience

Erin Zaranec April 2, 2014

Things always seem to be more desirable when you know they are limited edition. Whether it’s an article of clothing, a book or a seasonal drink, making a purchase is always more fun knowing that you...

Ask Mel: Saving spring break

Melissa Puppo March 19, 2014

Dear Mel,A few of my friends decided to travel for spring break, but I opted out and now feel the regret. Here’s to a lame break.—S.A. Contact Melissa Puppo at [email protected]. Dear S.A.,    I...

BSR Beats: Week 10

Megan Hemensky March 19, 2014

"Fake Your Death" by My Chemical Romance This first single is basically a eulogy for My Chemical Romance's final album. The song's lyrics are inspirational and awesome, and releasing this was a great...

Vlogger Michael Fisher. Sreenshot courtesy of Youtube.com/WorldWideWitteos

KentTubers: It’s more than just a hobby

Blythe Alspaugh March 19, 2014

Stage fright: it’s the nervousness felt by a performer or speaker before appearing in front of an audience.For Hannah Raulston, it’s the reason she got involved in vlogging on YouTube.“I was just...

Illustration by LaQuann Dawson

Time for some R&R

Melissa Puppo March 19, 2014

Sophomore communication studies major Emily Delsanter spent her Friday in usual fashion — she woke up, poured herself a bowl of cereal and popped in the DVD re-runs of “Friends.” She got dressed...

Contact Melissa Puppo at mpuppo@kent.edu.

Fitness Diary: Week 10

Melissa Puppo March 19, 2014

Well friends, it was a disappointing week when it came to getting my work out on. I managed to work out once during the week, but once the weekend came it was all downhill.I decided homework was more important...

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Kent Stage to welcome London band The Melodic

Endya Watson March 19, 2014

A combination of three music genres, four musicians and 18 different instruments is behind the sound of the band The Melodic.The afro-folk-pop band from London is on a seven-week tour in the U.S. They...

Illustration by LaQuann Dawson

Personal branding and social media: A user’s guide

Lindsay Miller March 19, 2014

Personal branding is not just for celebrities with out of-the-box personalities, such as Lady Gaga and Kesha “Ke$ha” Sebert, or CEOs and business gurus. Creating a unique identity and online presence...