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The independent news website of The Kent Stater & KSTV

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Unlocking the study secret: The impact of listening to music while studying

Unlocking the study secret: The impact of listening to music while studying

Angie Robinette, Reporter April 21, 2024

As Anna Paul, a senior psychology major, sits on the fourth floor of the University Library, her headphones are playing “Too Sweet” by Hozier while she works on a case study for one of her psychology...

The Student Leader Suite houses USG and is located in the Student Center.

Preparing for FlashFest, USG sets stage for artist Key Glock

Angie Robinette, Reporter April 10, 2024

FlashFest is one of the biggest events that Kent State’s Undergraduate Student Government (USG) puts on, and this year they are bringing artist Key Glock to perform at the concert April 11. There are...

The band Power of Fear performing on stage.

Concert photographers capture live musical experiences to enjoy forever

Angie Robinette, Reporter March 1, 2024

Music lovers often want to see their favorite artists in concert to experience the music and energy live. Frequent concert-goers may notice some photographers in front of the stage taking hundreds of photos. Many...

The outside of the Center for Performing Arts building.

Wind Ensemble, Symphony Band prepare for a transformative spring concert

Angie Robinette, Reporter February 27, 2024

The university’s Wind Ensemble and Symphony Band will bring its music to life in the upcoming spring concert March 5.  Darin Olson, associate director of bands, said the groups have been rehearsing...

Acapella group Vocal Intensity.

Acapella group Vocal Intensity captures “Pitch Perfect” in real life

Angie Robinette, Reporter February 17, 2024

The 2012 hit movie “Pitch Perfect” grossed over $115 million at the box office, introducing many of its viewers to the world of acapella. Vocal Intensity, the coed acapella group on campus, captured...