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Emonte Wimbush (left), a junior fashion merchandising major, dances on stage while others join behind him during Kupita Transitiones' cultural orientation on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017. The four-day event was created to bring transfer and first-year multiracial students together, and help them acclimate to the cultural climate at Kent State. 

Kupita Transiciones’ day 2 orientation encourages students to find cultural groove on campus

Rachel Duthie August 22, 2017

On the second night of the Kupita Transiciones (K/T) orientation, there was only one expectation: dance.“It’s a form of bonding around here, and it’s a great way to meet people,” said Sydney Berry,...

Annual May 4 candle light vigil on May 3, 2017.

Candlelight vigil march honors May 4 victims

Rachel Duthie May 4, 2017

Students and community members braved the chilly weather Wednesday night for the 47th annual May 4 Candlelight Vigil and Walk.Hosted by the May 4 Task Force, the attendees mourned the four victims of the...

Members of Kent State's BUS show solidarity for Samaria Rice, keynote speaker of the 46th annual May 4 commemoration ceremony, on the university's Commons on Wednesday, May 4, 2016. 

Threat of rain moves May 4 Commemoration indoors

Rachel Duthie May 2, 2017

Kent State’s 47th annual May 4 Commemoration is relocating to the Student Center Ballroom Thursday due to inclement weather, according to May 4 Task Force President Brandon Mallon.Board members made...

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Kent State sees boost in mental health services

Rachel Duthie April 30, 2017

Kent State is expanding mental health services to meet demand that has almost doubled in six years.The university upgraded a temporary part-time psychologist at University Psychological Services to full-time...

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Rachel Duthie April 30, 2017

Kent State is doubling the number of psychologists at University Psychological Services (UPS) to meet a demand that has increased by more than 450 students in the last six years.One new psychologist was...

Cassie Neiden, Kent State alum and managing editor at the Cannabis Business Times magazine, poses for a portrait in Valley View, Ohio on Wednesday, April 19, 2017.

Alumna dives into the cannabis industry through trade journalism

Rachel Duthie April 19, 2017

One Kent State alumna is diving into the future of the marijuana industry, one magazine at a time.Cassie Neiden became managing editor of Cannabis Business Times, a marijuana trade publication based out...

Overcoming loneliness in new college settings

Rachel Duthie April 12, 2017

As anxiety and depression plague college students nationwide, many wonder why these mental illnesses are on the rise. A common answer is loneliness.According to data provided by University Health Services,...

Photo via @traciemariep instagram.

Students pose, post for payment as social media influencers

Rachel Duthie April 5, 2017

Looking in the mirror, Tracie Pfrogner does a quick once-over of her outfit and makeup before working for the day. Satisfied, she picks up a couple skin care products and holds them in front of her friend,...

The Kent Stater Students gather in Bowman Hall Sunday morning, Dec. 6, 2015, before service.

A new kind of worship: millennials redefine religion

Rachel Duthie March 22, 2017

Jake Ball feels off about the idea of going to church on Sunday mornings.The freshman digital media production major regularly attended church with his grandparents when he was younger. When his grandmother...

The selection of alcohol on tap at Ray's Place is featured on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016. 

Students wrestle with binge-drinking dangers

Rachel Duthie March 15, 2017

When people saw Erica Buschick, they saw a blonde-haired, blue-eyed beauty with an infectious smile. The 18-year-old special education major at Miami University had a passion for helping others, actively...

Hard work pays off as fashion alum finds success

Rachel Duthie March 1, 2017

Blake Campbell moved to New York City with no money and no job. It was 2015 and she graduated from Kent State with her fashion merchandising degree two weeks earlier. Her family did not favor the decision,...

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KINK draws curious students, corrects misconceptions

Rachel Duthie February 9, 2017

Inside the confines of Bowman 224, students gather around two lecturers speaking before a PowerPoint presentation, ready to begin class. Today's lesson: how to properly use hot wax on a partner during...

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