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‘Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports’ executive order to affect transgender athletes

Emma Campbell, Reporter February 27, 2025

A new executive order actioned on Feb. 5 by President Donald Trump prevents transgender athletes from participating in college sports teams opposite of their assigned sex. The executive order, named...

Jay Harris, ESPN SportsCenter anchor, gives a presentation in the KIVA Auditorium, Feb. 24, 2025.

Kent State learns how to actualize leadership with Jay Harris

Emma Campbell, Reporter February 27, 2025

ESPN SportsCenter Anchor Jay Harris shared how to achieve leadership with a purpose at the “An Evening with Jay Harris” event Feb. 24. Presented by the Kent State Leadership Center, the American...

Zoe Baker (left) and Mackinley Coe (right) hold a cake celebrating Student Legal Services' 20th anniversary. Jan. 24, 2025.

Kent State’s Student Legal Services celebrates 20th anniversary

Emma Campbell, Reporter February 17, 2025

Student Legal Services celebrated its 20th anniversary by reminiscing on its service’s growth and sharing future plans. The nonprofit law firm is dedicated to serving the legal needs of Kent State...

Kent State faculty discusses T28 models

Kent State faculty discusses T28 models

Emma Campbell, Reporter February 14, 2025

The Division of Academic Affairs has a plan to evolve Kent State’s academic plans in the near future. With reenvisioning the university's academic structures, many questions are being brought up by faculty...

Black Squirrel Innovators host a zine-making workshop

Emma Campbell, Reporter February 4, 2025

The Black Squirrel Innovators are a student club on campus that is open to students of all majors. The group revolves around the Emerging Media & Technology program, providing opportunities for students...

Portage County EMA opens new Emergency Command Center, collaboration at its center

Lauren Cohen and Emma Campbell November 1, 2024

Portage County’s Emergency Management Agency opened a new Emergency Command Center attached to its administrative office in Ravenna township. Formerly located on Infirmary Road at the Justice Center,...

Rolling Scones Bakery & Café opens in Kent, hoping to provide a welcoming space for all

Lauren Cohen, Emma Campbell October 18, 2024

A new bakery opened in Kent, and its mission is rooted deeper than just selling sweet treats. The Rolling Scones Bakery & Café, owned by Robin Turner and Kassie Turner, opened in late August on...

Drug Enforcement Administration share campaign with Ohio universities

Emma Campbell, Kent Stater TV Reporter September 6, 2024

Brian McNeal is representing the Drug Enforcement Administration at Kent State and other Ohio universities for the start of September. He shares the role of drug prevention and the importance of promoting...

Students, faculty prepare for 54th May 4th commemoration

Emma Campbell, TV2 Reporter April 25, 2024

A little over a week away from the historic events at Kent State University 54 years ago, students, staff and faculty are all reflecting on how the campus community continues to commemorate May 4. Chic...

Now boarding: Southwest Airlines and Kent State aeronautics students

Emma Campbell, TV2 Reporter March 7, 2024

Taking flight with Southwest Airlines is now on the horizon for KSU students. Through the Destination 225° program, students commit to a two-year flight to train entry-level pilots. Kent State University...