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Having hope through God

Opinion: Having hope through God

Alexis Wohler April 21, 2015

Have you ever noticed that some people just seem to have that sense of peace and security and even hope in their lives and for their future? Do you wonder where it comes from and how you can obtain that...

Map of religious freedom laws in the U.S. Tribune News Service 2015

AP: Indiana lawmakers try to quiet firestorm surrounding new law

Tom Davies, AP March 30, 2015

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Mike Pence called off public appearances Monday and sports officials planned an "Indy Welcomes All" campaign ahead of this weekend's NCAA Final Four in Indianapolis as lawmakers...

Novelist shares humor, wisdom at Kent State

Skye McEowen March 18, 2015

Life is always interesting when one immigrates to the United States, and for novelist Gary Shteyngart, his story was no different.In the Kiva on Wednesday night, Shteyngart shared snippets of his life...

Alexis Wohler is a junior journalism major. Contact her at awohler@kent.edu.

Opinion: Knowing peace through God

Alexis Wohler March 8, 2015

How many college students struggle to feel a sense of peace? Peace within and with themselves, peace with friends, colleagues and classmates. Peace with classwork and homework, not to mention with projects,...

Coexistence in the form of a study group

Skye McEowen March 4, 2015

Religion, a significant cornerstone of human culture, is often portrayed today with some sort of conflict. Some people can’t seem to look past the difference in fundamental beliefs, and instead, use...

Campuses around the world unite in day of prayer Thursday

Skye McEowen February 24, 2015

College students around the world and at Kent State are preparing for National Collegiate Day of Prayer Thursday, Feb. 26.The National Collegiate Day of Prayer, originating in the 19th century, is a day...

OPINION: The question of faith

Alexis Wohler February 19, 2015

All of us have days where we feel guilt, shame or hurt. On those types of days when our emotions run high, we may not be sure where or whom to turn to. The answer could be faith.Have you ever wondered...

Amanda Paniagua is a graduate art history major. Contact her at azabudsk@kent.edu

Opinion: Muslim students’ deaths spark conversation about culture in media

Amanda Paniagua February 16, 2015

Deah Barakat, Yusor Abu-Salha, and Razan Abu-Salha were shot to death in Chapel Hill, North Carolina last week. Their deaths were incredibly tragic and are a testament to the complicated world of identity...

Ash Wednesday starts this week

Skye McEowen February 15, 2015

This Wednesday, many members of the Catholic faith, among others, will be observing a significant holiday: Ash Wednesday.Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 46 days before Easter, which includes...

Illusionist pulls the curtain behind reality

Skye McEowen February 11, 2015

Illusionist Jim Munroe used magic and storytelling as a way to talk about God with students in his show called “The Maze,” made possible through Cru in the Student Center Ballroom on Tuesday night.Through...

Mike Richards is a senior English major and a columnist for The Kent Stater. Contact him at mricha51@kent.edu.

Opinion: Je Suis Charlie. Nous Sommes Charlie

Mike Richards January 14, 2015

I’m going to skip the lead where I tell you about the events occurring in France right now in relation to the shooting at Charlie Hebdo. I like to assume in a week’s time, that we’ve all at least...

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Our View: Respecting expression after tragedy

KS Editors January 11, 2015

As student journalists at Kent State, we know how fortunate we are to have the freedom to report, express our opinions and tell stories that matter; that affect the Kent State community; and that sometimes...