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A screenshot of the Federal Student Aid office's FAFSA form home screen.

Students can expect changes to FAFSA forms

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter November 18, 2023

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, more commonly known as FAFSA, will have updated changes to it for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.  FAFSA forms changed for the upcoming school year,...

Anthony Mirando, an associate professor of construction management, won the 2023 Outstanding Teaching Award.

‘I bleed blue and gold’: Anthony Mirando wins Outstanding Teaching Award

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter November 6, 2023

In the middle of a routine lecture class Oct. 3, Associate Professor Anthony Mirando saw his dean, program coordinator and several other coworkers begin filing into his classroom. Melissa Dyer, a professor...

"HR Like a Boss" is John Bernatovicz's new book inspired from a lecture he gave at the university in 2018. (Courtesy of John Bernatovicz)

Alumnus’ ideas comes to life through new book

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter October 20, 2023

Even though John Bernatovicz graduated from college in 1996, being a Golden Flash continues to drive him in his professional life.  In 2018, Bernatovicz stood in front of an audience of over 100 business-concentrated...

Flash cheering on the gymnastics team from the stands on January 29, 2023

University celebrates the birthday of its mascot: Flash

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter October 12, 2023

Flash turned 38 today! Flash has been the mascot of the university since 1985 and has been an enthusiastic member of campus ever since. Flash can often be seen around campus hanging out with students...

Exterior of a building

Cake pops from Daisy Pops keeps eating dessert first on top

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter October 9, 2023

When walking through the front door of Daisy Pops in Kent, customers are greeted by decorative and colorful desserts with scents of batter and frosting that gives the shop its unique character. Amy...

A wall art of wings is located between the Student Center and the M.A.C.C. on Kent State’s campus.

University best among northern Ohio public colleges in new U.S. News & World rankings

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter October 4, 2023

The university ranked the highest among any public institutions in northern Ohio in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best National Universities list, ranking 227th out of 439 public and private...

Student can now use a meal swipe to get pizza from Homeslice on the first floor of the Student Center.

Student meal swipes expand to more options on campus

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter September 18, 2023

Students now have the option to use their meal swipes at more restaurants in the Student Center.  Originally, only the Metropolitan Deli and Hippie Chicken in the Student Center would accept student...

DETENTION includes (from left to right) bassist Fritz Dannemiller, drummer Luke Konopka, vocalist Elliott Carter, and guitarist Evan Cox.
(Courtesy of DETENTION)

DETENTION: the story of local friends to rock stars

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter September 7, 2023

DETENTION, a high-energy, pop-punk alternative rock band was started by four friends in Akron, Ohio -- and three of the musicians attend Kent State. Now, they showcase their musical abilities on stage.  The...

Martin Barre of Jethro Tull performs at The Kent Stage

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter June 9, 2023

Martin Barre, lead guitarist of the British rock band Jethro Tull, kicked off his new tour, “A Brief History of Tull,” on June 7 at The Kent Stage. He was joined by Dan Crisp on vocals and guitar,...

Madeline Sayet performs excerpts from ‘Where We Belong' at Kent State

Madeline Sayet performs excerpts from ‘Where We Belong’ at Kent State

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter April 14, 2023

An Evening with Madeline Sayet, an event where Madeline Sayet performed excerpts from her show “Where We Belong,” and spoke on her life and play’s impact, took place at the EZ Blackbox Theatre in...

Phi Delta Theta fraternity throws a darty March 11 on East Main Street for the unofficial holiday Fake Paddy’s Day.

Best event/festival

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter April 7, 2023

FIRST: Fake Paddy's Day With partying starting as early as 7 a.m., students, friends and alumni filled the streets in celebration of Fake Paddy’s Day. The tradition took place March 11, the weekend...

Courtesy of Isobel Day.

Newman Civic Fellow creates Go With The Flo initiative to fight period poverty

Lex Ogilvie, Reporter March 13, 2023

Go With The Flo is an initiative created to provide students of Kent City schools with menstruation supplies and support through Kent State. The project will be collecting donations throughout the month...