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Decorated by staff of Kent State's LGBTQ+ Center, students and community members on Oct. 7, the Main Street bridge in downtown Kent is decked out in rainbow colors for Rainbow Weekend.

Celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility: Promoting inclusion and awareness on campus

Savannah Carroll, Reporter April 2, 2025

Transgender Day of Visibility is celebrated annually on March 31 and shines a light on the achievements and resilience of transgender and nonbinary individuals. Kent State University students and faculty...

Kent Students Mariah Bregar, finance major (left), Dylan Phillips, psychology major (middle) and Quentin Rosenberger, business marketing (right), get interviewed by Kent Stater's own Emma Campbell on Feb. 28, 2025, during the Grand opening of Krazy Bins.

Krazy Bins expands, new Kent location opening soon

Savannah Carroll, Reporter March 4, 2025

A new shopping destination is arriving to make student life easier in Kent. Discount store Krazy Bins is opening its latest location right near Kent State’s campus, bringing budget friendly essentials,...

Students share memories from the photo booth at FAB's Red Dress Gala on Feb. 8th, 2025.

Elegance in red: A recap of FAB’s Red Dress Gala

Savannah Carroll, Reporter February 11, 2025

The third annual formal event hosted by the Flash Activities Board, the Red Dress Gala, brought together students, faculty and guests for an evening of dancing, philanthropy and community. The event...

Students share holiday gift ideas for the busy college student

Savannah Carroll, Reporter December 1, 2024

Finding the perfect gift for a college student can be tricky — balancing practicality, style and a touch of fun is not easy. Whether they’re begging for the new iPhone, decking out their dorm or just...

Holiday havoc: Navigating the stress behind the season’s cheer

Savannah Carroll, Reporter November 30, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, many find themselves feeling more stressed than festive. From the pressure of finding the perfect gifts to the demands of attending family gatherings, the holiday rush...

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Transitional housing comes to an end for most students

Savannah Carroll, Reporter November 14, 2024

Students in transitional housing are phasing out of lounge living as the fall semester continues. Kent State’s 2024 freshman class is one of the largest in history, with nearly 4,250 students — the...

Empty fraternity houses Saturday morning Oct. 28, 2023, after Halloween parties Friday.

Spooktacular celebrations: How Kent State is embracing Halloweekend

Savannah Carroll, Reporter October 26, 2024

Halloween weekend, or Halloweekend, is a time students anticipate as one of the most exciting nights of the semester. Costumes and cans will flood the halls of dimly lit Fraternity houses as students celebrate...

Kent Student Ambassadors drive their float through the Homecoming parade, Sept. 28, 2024.

Homecoming parade debuts grandstand opportunity for performance groups

Savannah Carroll, Reporter October 8, 2024

Kent State’s Homecoming weekend started with the annual Homecoming Parade down Midway Drive and Main Street. Dancers, bands, clubs and the community come together to show their Flash pride. Students,...

T-shirts are displayed on tables at the 42nd annual Black Squirrel Fest on Sept. 20, 2024.

42nd annual Black Squirrel Festival promotes on-campus clubs

Savannah Carroll, Reporter September 28, 2024

The 42nd-annual Black Squirrel Festival celebrated Kent’s unofficial mascot on Sept. 20, featuring information tables from student organizations, food trucks, a photo booth and games. The Flashes Activity...

Students listen to the panelists discuss how popstars have influenced public relations and advertising at the PRSSA Kent and Kent AAF Icons and Influencers event, Sept. 18, 2024.

PRSSA and AAF’s ‘Icons and Influence’ event shares celebrity public relations insights

Savannah Carroll, Reporter September 24, 2024

The "Icons and Influence" event brought together Kent State students with live speakers, networking opportunities and friendship bracelets. Kent Public Relations Student Society of America and Kent American...