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The independent news website of The Kent Stater & KSTV

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Men used to go to war. Now, they make 'folk' music

Men used to go to war. Now, they make ‘folk’ music

Dylan Walker, Columnist November 14, 2024

Two summers ago, I was introduced to Noah Kahan via his 2022 studio album, “Stick Season.” With its raw and emotional lyrics, the album quickly captivated a diverse audience, spanning elements of pop,...

Studying abroad: One year later

Studying abroad: One year later

Dylan Walker, Columnist October 3, 2024

At Kent State, the want to study abroad is undeniable. With an array of 200+ programs and a campus in the heart of Florence, Italy, the university offers students from all disciplines a chance to broaden...

IdeaBase is located on the third floor of Franklin Hall.

Marketing student looks to highlight IdeaBase in essence of 10-year anniversary

Anthony Zacharyasz, Reporter April 26, 2023

Editor's Note: Dylan Walker, digital communications specialist at IdeaBase, serves as an opinion writer for The Kent Stater and KentWired. Given his role and relationship to the story, KentWired interviewed...

OPINION: Forever Brighter: Fundraiser or Student Betterment?

OPINION: Forever Brighter: Fundraiser or Student Betterment?

Dylan Walker, Opinion Writer April 25, 2023

In October of 2021 Kent State publicly began its multi-year campaign Forever Brighter, the “campaign of brilliant proportions,” prioritizing student success, expanding university initiatives and “building...

Dylan Walker steps across a field in Appalachia, Ohio.

OPINION: Growing up as an outsider (FUSION COLLAB)

Dylan Walker, Opinion Writer April 17, 2023

This article is in collaboration with Fusion Magazine.  In late 2013, I found myself moving to a town most have never heard of.  Tucked away between the edge of the Ohio River and a West Virginia...

OPINION: Starbucks has the best water

OPINION: Starbucks has the best water

Dylan Walker, Opinion Writer March 1, 2023

When you think of Starbucks I’m sure you think of coffee. Rightfully so. Starbucks is one of the easiest ways to obtain a quick latte before work or on a long trip. As a Starbucks lover and someone...

Opinion writer Dylan Walker watches "Euphoria" on his laptop.

OPINION: Gen Z is desensitized

Dylan Walker, Opinion Writer February 4, 2023

I enjoy filling my spare time, however rare, with a wide array of content. From TikTok to hour-long HBO originals, there is so much media to consume. It’s a nice release of energy. Seemingly mindless...

OPINION: Kent State is leaving a student organization behind

OPINION: Kent State is leaving a student organization behind

Dylan Walker, Opinion Writer January 21, 2023

A nearly 50-year tradition at Kent State University is in jeopardy due to the faculty and staff of the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship. In January 1975, the Beta-Pi chapter...