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Cartoons use storytelling to connect both adults and children

Nicholas Keller, Columnist April 24, 2025

The Kent Stater hopes to encourage lively debate about today’s issues in our Opinion section. To submit an opinion piece for potential publication, email your article to [email protected]. I have...

Illustrate by Emily Riebe

The hate campaign surrounding Rachel Zegler is cruel and unnecessary

Nicholas Keller, Columnist April 18, 2025

“Arrogant.” “Bitter.” “Haughty.” “Talentless.” “B****.”  These are all words that have been used online to describe Golden Globe winner Rachel Zegler. The 23-year-old actress, who...

Media's body standard for men is doing more harm than good

Media’s body standard for men is doing more harm than good

Nicholas Keller, Columnist April 4, 2025

The Kent Stater hopes to encourage lively debate about today’s issues in our Opinion section. To submit an opinion piece for potential publication, email your article to [email protected]. Since...

Cara Myers, who plays Noreen Somers (left), listens to Benjamin Reed, who plays Bob Wheeler (right), as they sit on the beach towel during the first scene of the dress rehearsal of 'Afternoon at the seaside" on Wednesday March 26, 2025.

‘Afternoon at the Seaside’ makes waves at Kent State

Nicholas Keller, Reporter April 3, 2025

“Afternoon at the Seaside,” a student-led one-act play written by mystery novelist Agatha Christie, was performed at Kent State March 31 and April 1.  The play was put together by Curtain Call,...

"Doctor Who" makes history with first Black, queer lead

“Doctor Who” makes history with first Black, queer lead

Nicholas Keller, Columnist March 18, 2025

The Kent Stater hopes to encourage lively debate about today’s issues in our Opinion section. To submit an opinion piece for potential publication, email your article to [email protected]. The...

Illustration by Emily Riebe

Live-action films remove magic from the animated films we know and love

Nicholas Keller, Columnist March 5, 2025

There was a trailer released online recently for the new live-action “How To Train Your Dragon.” This trailer showcased the animated DreamWorks classic, that millions of people around the world adore,...

Illustration by Clare Rodgers.

Valentine’s Day is more than just a romantic celebration

Nicholas Keller, Columnist February 14, 2025

Feb. 14 is a day that you definitely know. When you think about Valentine’s Day, the first thing that comes to mind is a romantic day with your partner. You might think of it as a day where you get flowers...

Gaza ceasefire stops active genocide, but Palestine is still seeking freedom

Gaza ceasefire stops active genocide, but Palestine is still seeking freedom

Nicholas Keller, Columnist February 12, 2025

On Jan. 19, the ceasefire in Gaza was finally implemented after an entire year of genocide. However, this does not mean that Palestine is a free and sovereign nation. The Gaza ceasefire distracts people...

Super Bowl halftime shows bring power to football stadiums

Super Bowl halftime shows bring power to football stadiums

Nicholas Keller, Columnist February 10, 2025

Do you remember when Lady Gaga skydived off the stadium roof? Or when Rihanna revealed her baby bump mid-performance? How about The Weeknd’s backup dancers and their face bandages?  The Super Bowl...

Illustration by Emily Riebe

‘Tis the season for seasonal depression: A guide to dealing with the winter blues

Nicholas Keller, Columnist December 5, 2024

The great and powerful Taylor Swift once said, “Gray November; I've been down since July. Motion capture; put me in a bad light.” The lyrics, which are from her and Bon Iver’s song “Evermore,”...

Television show "The Bear" took home multiple awards at the Creative Arts Emmys. Illustration by Clare Rodgers.

Recap: The Creative Arts Emmys

Nicholas Keller, Columnist September 13, 2024

The 2024 76th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards, held on Sept. 7, honored the best in artistic and technical achievement in American primetime television programming from June 1, 2023, until May 31,...

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