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The independent news website of The Kent Stater & KSTV

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The inside scoop on apartment and house rentals

Kayla Polansky Reporter October 29, 2021

As leasing season starts to slowly approach, it is important for students to weigh the differences between a house and an apartment.One positive aspect of living in a house is the noise level. Having a...

A flyer of what the CARES center acronym stands for and what resources the center has to offer. Location, hours of operation and ways to get in contact with them are included.  

The CARES Center offers shelter for students in need

Lucy Connolly Reporter October 29, 2021

The CARES center, which stands for crisis, advocacy, resources, education and support, has been active on Kent State’s campus since fall of 2020. The center provides students with things such as food,...

Bad Landlord

How to handle a bad landlord

Mateo Martin Reporter October 29, 2021

The red flags in landlords can be hard to spot. Trying to avoid them is ideal but getting into a tricky living situation with a bad landlord is maneuverable, and here’s how to move next.Joseph Romano...

Dorm Guide: Upperclassmen review residence hall experience

Jordan Coleman Reporter October 29, 2021

 A student’s residence hall can determine the quality of their college experience-how long their walk to class is and what people they will meet. These are also the places where most students will experience...

Tree City Feed owner Todd Weiss said understanding the long-term commitment to having a pet is important. Tree City Food is a holistic pet food store located in Kent. 

What you should consider before bringing home a new pet

Alexus Rayzer Reporter October 28, 2021

Have you ever been awakened to tiny footsteps in the distance? Quiet scratches at your door? Maybe the sound of a wagging tail or a purr you can’t ignore? If you have ever considered having a pet, these...

New apartments and townhomes to come to city of Kent as early as 2024

Emma Andrus Reporter October 28, 2021

The city of Kent can expect to see newly constructed apartments and townhomes as early as 2024.The proposed site is at the intersection of Routes 43 and 261, north of Mike’s Place and south of the plaza...

Sarah Malcolm is the director of international partnerships, marketing and Communication at Kent State University

Kent State drives international enrollment through exchange program with Brazilian university

Halena Sepulveda Reporter October 28, 2021

Kent State partnered with the Pontifical Catholic University of Parana (PUCPR) in 2018 to create The American Academy program that aimed to push international enrollment and boost a relationship between...

Head coach Todd Starkey swings from the net after he cuts it down on Mar. 4, 2020 to celebrate Kent State Women's basketball becoming the MAC East champions. Kent State University women's basketball beat Ohio University 81-77.

Women’s basketball coach signs contract extension

Kathryn Rajnicek Reporter October 27, 2021

Kent State women’s basketball head coach Todd Starkey has agreed to a contract extension through the 2025-2026 basketball season.Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond announced the agreement Tuesday...

An affirmation from @ksuaffirmations on Instagram about the Leebrick Hall flood.

Leebrick flood still causing issues for residents

Megan Becker Assigning Editor October 26, 2021

The residents of Leebrick Hall are still dealing with the aftermath of the Oct. 19 flood.Leebrick Hall floors three and eight flooded with an inch of water, causing water to drain to the floors below....

Grad Student Dustin Crum, number 7, walks on the side lines during the football game against Bowling Green State University on Oct. 2, 2021. Crum lead his team to victory with Kent State winning 27-20.

Two long-time football players receive MAC weekly honors

Jimmy Oswald Sports Editor October 25, 2021

Graduate student quarterback Dustin Crum and fifth-year linebacker Mandela Lawrence-Burke were named the Mid-American Conference East Division Offensive and Defensive Player of the Week following their...

Redshirt senior Karly Hellstrom (23) kneels in front of the tied score board after the women's soccer game against Central Michigan University on Oct. 21, 2021. Kent State tied with Central Michigan University 1-1 in double overtime during their last home game of the regular season.

Tie moves soccer into 2nd place with two games to go

Cole Oswald Reporter October 22, 2021

The Kent State soccer team’s slow offensive start on Thursday night gave the team sole possession of second place in the Mid-American Conference.But it may have made it more difficult to catch first-place...

Students take shelter in the basement of Franklin Hall Thursday following a tornado warning issued by the National Weather Service on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021. 

National Weather Service issues tornado warning for Portage county, students seek shelter

Kent State students were advised to seek shelter following a tornado warning for Portage County and several other Northeast Ohio counties issued by the National Weather Service Thursday.The warning has...