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Vance Voyles poses for photos. Vance Voyles is a sergeant, professor, author, screenplay writer, dad, and husband. On Wednesday, September 10th, 2025.

Sergeant Voyles balances badge and creativity

Abigail Kress, Reporter September 10, 2025

Tranquility fills the office. Soft beats murmur from the speaker, a diffuser emits the smell of lavender and lemon and dim lights cast a calming glow. Behind the desk, a white bookshelf holds several copies...

The Office of Safety and Security offers escort services for students.

Professionals share safety tips for students

Kayla Gleason, Beat Reporter February 11, 2024

As students begin a new semester in 2024, safety tips remain important for navigating life on campus.   Sergeant Tricia Knoles of the Kent State Police and Jay Luna, coordinator for the Office of...

How Kent city and university police train

Savana Capp, Reporter March 25, 2023

Police training differs from city to city, but there are certain standards that all forces should adhere to according to Jackie Lisnek, a Ph.D. student at the University of Virginia studying causes and...

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