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An intimate gathering for SALSA Racismo: A discussion on racism in the Latino community on Feb. 23, 2018.

A discussion on racism within the Hispanic and Latino community

Gershon Harrell February 23, 2018

With past issues still looming in their minds, the Latino community gathered in the Student Center to talk about racism within their community.“Basically, we want to mainly get the conversation going,”...

A student playing Mario Kart while wearing goggles that mimic intoxicated vision during Kent Police's distracted driving event on Thursday. 

Students engage in distracted driving event as part of Commuter Appreciation Week

Natalie Eusebio February 22, 2018

The Center for Student Involvement hosted Commuter Appreciation Week in the Student Center this past week, and Thursday’s activities centered around the dangers of distracted driving.Two simulations...

Health fair

Center for Adult and Veteran Services organize first health fair

Mariah Hicks February 21, 2018

Many of Kent State’s veterans will be bringing their questions about health care and benefits to the Student Center on Wednesday.The Center for Adult and Veteran Services, also known as the CAVS office,...

Kent State offers renovated meditation room to all students

Helen Yablonski February 7, 2018

On the second floor of the Student Center, students of all backgrounds have an improved space to practice prayer and meditation on campus.Kent State has given students and staff the opportunity to utilize...

Students gather on Risman Plaza to mourn the loss of fellow student Devin Moore Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017.

Kent State community holds vigil following student’s sudden death

Henry Palattella December 6, 2017

More than 200 students and faculty gathered at the Kent State Student Center to remember the life of Devin Moore, who passed away Wednesday night.Witnesses said Moore, a senior journalism major, was playing...

Flashcard and Post Office

Kent Student Center post office, FlashCard office to switch floors

Colin Baker November 11, 2017

Next year, Kent State students may be surprised to see the post office on the first floor of the Student Center, the FlashCard office on the lower level and more comfortable sitting areas for students.Over...

Merissa

Finding stability on the court

Henry Palattella November 5, 2017

It was a hazy afternoon in June 2007 when Merissa Barber-Smith’s mother sat her four children down in the living room of their house on the South Side of Chicago.“Kids,” she told them, “we’re...

Students wait for popcorn during the Fall Festival which was moved to the Student Center due to poor weather on Oct. 11, 2017.

Students celebrate second annual Fall Festival

Chyenne Tatum October 12, 2017

As fall begins, students cling to their favorite hoodies, decorate their own hand-picked pumpkins and shop for the perfect cozy-night outfit.Kent State’s Center for Student Involvement had their own...

Glow-up glasses sit on a table outside Kent State's Liquid Crystal Institute during the That Gay 5K event Friday, Oct. 6, 2017. 

That Gay 5K dazzles with support for LGBTQ community

Carrie George October 7, 2017

Students, families and members of the Kent community gathered at Risman Plaza Friday for the second annual That Gay 5K hosted, by the LGBTQ Student Center.After last year’s That Gay 5K color run success,...

Deborah Hoover, the president of the Burton D. Morgan Foundation (left), Julie Messing, the executive director of NeoLaunchNET (center) and Ken Burhanna, the interim dean of University Libraries, cut the ribbon for the new LaunchNET offices on Sept. 29, 2017.

LaunchNET makes move to University Library

Taylor Robinson September 30, 2017

LaunchNET celebrated its move from the Student Center to the University Library with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday.LaunchNET, an innovative hub that serves students, faculty and staff to create new...

Residence Services’ remodeling plan calls for key card replacements

Zoe Swartz September 19, 2017

Kent State Residence Services spent summer 2017 updating residence halls locks and area desks, as well as replacing the old key cards with students’ FlashCards.Dennis Gregory, the assistant director...

Carlee Switzer

Freshman student dies after collapse on campus

Jenna Kuczkowski May 3, 2017

Nearly two weeks ago, a freshman public health major collapsed on the floor of Quaker Steak and Lube in Kent State’s Student Center.Carlee Switzer, 19, collapsed shortly before 10 p.m. on April 21. Portage...