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5 things to do freshman year

Erin Zaranec September 2, 2014

You’ve survived syllabus week, mapped out where your classes are and hopefully gotten to know a few people in your residence hall. So now what? Here are some things to keep in mind while maneuvering...

Executive Director of Standing Rock Cultural Arts, Jeff Ingram, stands in the doorway with a coffee mug at the North Water Street Gallery located on 257 N. Water St. on August 29, 2014.

Calling all poets for chapbook competition

Erin Zaranec September 2, 2014

The Standing Rock Cultural Arts Center 5th annual Chapbook Poetry Competition can turn one poet’s dream of being published into a reality. Part of the Rock in the River Literary Series, the Chapbook...

Soccer sweeps UNLV Nike Invitational

Ben Orner August 31, 2014

It’s unfortunate that what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas because Kent State soccer dominated the UNLV Nike Invitational, winning the tournament with two exciting shutout victories.The Flashes blanked...

Flashes take pair of matches in Charleston

Jimmy Miller August 30, 2014

Box Score — DavidsonBox Score — College of CharlestonClose sets seem to be nothing unfamiliar to Kent State volleyball so far this season, as the Flashes won both matches on their trip to Charleston.“It...

First-half deficit trumps second-half comeback

Alex Klukaszewski August 30, 2014

Box ScoreThe Kent State field hockey team started its season Saturday at Murphy-Mellis Field against the James Madison Dukes, losing their home opener, 4-3.On a beautiful, sunny day for field hockey, momentum...

Volleyball drops first match in Charleston

Jimmy Miller August 30, 2014

Box ScoreDespite having a tough evening, a bright spot in the Flashes lineup against Mercer University Friday were four starting freshmen, especially setter Brittney Jacscht and outside hitter Kelsey Bittinger.“How...

Opinion: To Greek, or not to Greek?

Skyler Chill August 26, 2014

So you made it to Kent State, you survived your first days of class, and you met many new faces. Now what? The only thing left to do is find something to get involved with. Being on a campus with so much...

Alice Darr, age 79 of Kent, passed away Thursday, August 21, 2014, at Robinson Memorial Hospital after a battle with cancer.

Former KSU professor, Commencement ceremonies co-chair dies

Elizabeth Randolph August 26, 2014

Former tenured Kent State professor Alice Darr died Aug. 21 at Robinson Memorial Hospital in Ravenna after battling cancer for more than one year.Darr was 79 and suffered from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma....

7 1/2 things you missed this summer

August 24, 2014

1. Kent State’s Board of Trustees raises tuitionKent State’s Board of Trustees raised tuition by 2 percent this semester. The increase will tack on $98 onto undergraduate tuition and $104 for graduates....

The Kent State greek community hosted the Panhellenic council carnival Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014 in order to recruit incoming freshman to Kent's sororities.

Panhellenic Council carnival sparks sorority interest

Jamie Brian August 23, 2014

The Panhellenic Council welcomed female students interested in Greek life with their 2nd annual carnival on Manchester Field on Saturday.Greek life chapters displayed their symbols and set up tables for...

KSU football preview: Flashes face imperative 2014

Ray Strickland August 23, 2014

OffenseAfter struggling last season, Kent State looks to redeem itself from a disappointing 2013-2014 campaign. Kent State had a difficult time on the offensive side of the ball last year, particularly...

Smartphone Tactics: Apps you’ll need to succeed

Taylor Williams August 23, 2014

Most college students these days have a smartphone. Whether you’re an incoming freshman looking for a way to connect with your fellow classmates or an upperclassman wanting to stay in shape or jam to...

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