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James Pedley, freshman nursing major in ROTC.

ROTC program leaves positive lasting impression on cadets

Bridget Lin Reporter April 23, 2020

The Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, or ROTC, is a college program for pre-commissioned officer training and education that students are able to join. Being in this program, they are able to prepare...

Harvey Weinstein arrives at the Manhattan Criminal Court, on February 18, 2020 in New York City. - Jurors will begin deliberating the fate of ex-Hollywood titan Harvey Weinstein on Tuesday in his high-profile sex crimes trial that marked a watershed moment in the #MeToo movement. The disgraced movie mogul, 67, faces life in prison if the jury of seven men and five women convict him of predatory sexual assault charges in New York.More than 80 women have accused Weinstein of sexual misconduct since allegations against him ignited the #MeToo global reckoning against men abusing positions of power in October 2017. (Photo by Johannes EISELE / AFP) (Photo by JOHANNES EISELE/AFP via Getty Images)

Harvey Weinstein faces at least 5 years in prison after jurors convict him of a criminal sex act and rape

(CNN) -- Harvey Weinstein was found guilty Monday of committing a criminal sex act in the first degree involving one woman and rape in the third degree involving another woman.The disgraced movie mogul...

Golden Girls by Kent State alumna Jennifer Datchuk. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Datchuk.

Kent State alumna wins United States Artist fellowship

Shelby Reeves Reporter February 9, 2020

Kent State Alumna Jennifer Ling Datchuk won a $50,000 art fellowship from United States Artists, which is given to the most compelling artists of various mediums working and living in the United States.“I...

Franklin Avenue in downtown Kent is a popular place for people to go out to bars and restaurants on weekends.

Will you BeMyDD? Your next one could be a phone call away … for a price

Mark Oprea January 20, 2015

A familiar situation: You’re out at the bar downing cocktails with the regulars when last call hits. You’re a little wobbly. But you’ve got to go, and options are sparse. Call a cab? Risk the drive...

Art transcends cultural boundaries at Hummel lecture

Brittany Rees September 7, 2014

A visual artist and Kent State alumna told students to embrace community and use personal experiences to bring an audience together. Carol Hummel, known for her large-scale yarn installations, said, “Through...

Aaron Frazee, Maddy Jordan and Jenny Stamberger (from left) decide on their donut selections while worker Brittany Tosatto cashes out Kevin Taylor at Mary Ann Donuts on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014.

Mary Ann Donuts satisfies Kent’s sweet tooth

Justin Graci February 11, 2014

Last year, the Mary Ann Donuts franchise came to Kent. Kent State alumna Danielle Brickwood opened the branch in March, and it has been attracting donut and coffee lovers from all over the city.Mary Ann...