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A map demonstrating the multiple moves the dependents had to make over the course of their childhood.

Military dependents find strength in change

Troy Lee May 22, 2017

The transition from high school to college can be a struggle for some students, but for military dependents, like sophomore English major Ollie Swasey, it was the easiest transition of their life.“Making...

CNN looks to May 4 Archives for new series

Paige Brown May 1, 2017

CNN has begun airing its new original series, "Soundtracks: Songs that Defined History," which will feature an episode about Kent State, May 4 and The Vietnam War.“Kent State is such a pivotal moment...

3D printers on campus have a large interest with students, but collaboration needs help according to those involved. April 24. 2017

3D printer use gaining popularity

Troy Lee April 29, 2017

Inside a box and on sheet of glass, a mechanical arm prints layer after layer. About an hour later, a small figurine rests on the glass — all thanks to a 3D printer.While 3D printing has taken off among...

United Students Against Sweatshops held their panel discussion with Lee Ruffin, center back, in support of workers for Nissan on April 24, 2017.

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Troy Lee April 25, 2017

Suggested hed: USAS holds discussion on unionsKent State’s (CQ) United Students Against Sweatshops (USAS) hosted an event in the Governance Chambers for solidarity with non-unionized workers and their...

Captain Julie Kassner is an instructor for ROTC cadets.

Female cadet serves as role model in ROTC

Troy Lee April 18, 2017

Captain Julie Kassner’s involvement in the Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (ROTC) means a lot to the 72 cadets involved in the Air Force ROTC program, but it means even more to the handful of women.“She...

Anne Weber, 9, plays a game using physical contact as a controller with her father Michael Weber, a professor at Cuyahoga Community College and Lakeland Community College, at the Makey Makey table at Mini Maker Fair in the library Friday.

Mini Maker Faire shines light on local inventions

Paige Brown April 14, 2017

About 30 exhibitors displayed their creations and technology at the fourth annual Mini Maker Faire at the University Library Friday.“It’s a showcase of some of the making and innovation that is happening...

Jagger Smith, age 12, builds a house as tall as he is using the Cocoro playhouse system, showcased at the Maker Faire in the University Library on Friday, May 10, 2015. The Cocoro playhouse, which uses lightweight but durable cardboard that can be stacked and combined for limitless possibilities, was created by NorioKids, who’s founder got the idea from playing with legos and lincoln logs as a kid and always wanting to be able to fit inside.

Mini Maker Faire to showcase inventions Friday

Paige Brown April 12, 2017

Creators, inventors and curious people alike will gather at the University Library on Friday from noon until 4 p.m. for the Kent State Mini Maker Faire.The Mini Maker Faire can best be described as an...

Map Library to begin working on tree mobile app

Paige Brown April 4, 2017

With success in the Map It! Program, the Map Library is aiming its sights on its next venture: a mobile app.The app will be a map of trees, or an arboretum map, and will serve as a way to locate trees...

Schwartz Center ‘makerspace’ sparks creativity among students

Paige Brown April 4, 2017

Spark Innovation Studio, a "makerspace" on campus, has opened with access to 3-D printing, laser cutting and prototyping.A makerspace is a place where people with shared interests, often in computing or...

University Libraries prepare for Student Appreciation Day

Paige Brown March 15, 2017

University Libraries will host a campus-wide event Monday for students to enjoy free food, drinks and prizes in honor of Student Appreciation Day.The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at every...

National memorial visits Kent State Rec

Troy Lee February 26, 2017

The lobby of the Kent State Student Recreation and Wellness Center featured oil paintings of 23 life-like men set against a background of a setting sun on Saturday. At first glance, the faces were of smiling,...

Kent State ROTC members carry flags as a closing ceremony for the Wheels for Change event in the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017. Wheels for Change supports veterans by giving them bikes for transportation and providing fitness opportunities.

Veteran support group encourages fitness at Rec Center

Troy Lee February 25, 2017

The national anthem was sang, echoing in the silence of the Kent State Student Recreation and Wellness Center’s southern basketball court, while the audience and the posted colors stood still Saturday...

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