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2 on the Town: Kent’s Valentine’s Day staples

Alexandria Manthey, TV2 Reporter February 13, 2023

Valentine's Day is here and whether you're looking for the perfect last-minute gift, or a place to grab a bite to eat, downtown Kent is sure to have the place for you. TV2 reporter Alexandria Manthey went...

Echo Davis, who majors in cermaics, purchases a variety of cards and stickers from Brittany Gorelick at the art sale on Feb. 10, 2023.

The art of love: School of Art hosts Valentine’s Day art sale

Danielle Stehle, Reporter February 13, 2023

Kent State student artists sold multiple pieces of art to spread their love of what art truly means on Feb. 10. Many students like junior fashion merchandising major Mandolin Arnett displayed her work...

That first love is unforgettable

That first love is unforgettable

Jenna Bal, Campus Editor February 9, 2023

Anastasia fell in love for the first time at 16 years old while working behind the scenes in her school’s theater department. When her older coworker asked her -- a mere sophomore at the time --...

The one where they went on bad first dates

The one where they went on bad first dates

Kaitlyn Finchler, Campus Editor February 9, 2023

Kara, junior nursing major The one where the guy made the date into a whole workout. “I met this dude on Tinder, and him and I had talked for a few days," she said. "Then we decided to hangout,...

Hot take: Valentine's Day is overrated

Hot take: Valentine’s Day is overrated

Grace Springer, General Assignment Editor February 9, 2023

Erykah Lofton, library and information science graduate student Lofton is very open about their distaste for Valentine’s Day. They see Valentine’s Day as a performative holiday where people in...

My first kiss went a little like this...

My first kiss went a little like this…

Alexandra Golden, Campus Editor February 9, 2023

Marci Ingram, sophomore communication studies major Marci’s first kiss was straight out of a Netflix romantic drama. He and his ex-girlfriend spent the day together, and he did eat all of her French...

Love made them sports fans

Love made them sports fans

Jacob Hansen, Sports Editor February 9, 2023

Adam Nowicki, accessibility specialist with Student Accessibility Services Growing up, Nowicki was not interested in sports. “I was more interested in video games, TV, movies, and other stuff,”...

The dates that started it all

The dates that started it all

Isabella Schreck, Editor-in-Chief February 9, 2023

Amanda Forester, sophomore nursing major   Forester has been with Nate, her boyfriend, for seven and a half years. The true day of their first date remains a bit debatable.  “I think we...

what's the cost of love?

The cost of love

Kiara Rodriguez Reporter February 14, 2022

As the clock ticks down on Valentine’s Day, frantic shoppers race through the supermarket in hopes of snagging the last $8 box of chocolates on the shelf or a bouquet of flowers that isn’t too expensive.In...

From left to right: Seamus O’Malley, John Baker, Mickey O’Malley (on couch), Ty Kelley.

Skate culture clothing brand nineteen99 arrives at Kent State

Catie Pusateri Reporter March 9, 2021

As best friends with a shared passion for clothing, Seamus O’Malley, Ty Kelley and John Baker used to design garments with spray paint and stencils in Baker’s mother’s garage. After experimenting...

The Kent State LGBTQ+ Student Center is located in the lower level of the Kent Student Center and provides educational events and programs aimed at creating an inclusive environment on campus.

LGBTQ+ Center celebrates 10-year anniversary, welcomes new assistant director

Cameron Aloway Reporter February 18, 2021

As the LGBTQ+ Center celebrates its 10-year anniversary, it also welcomes a new assistant director and new ideas to make impactful changes to the Kent State community.“I’m very glad to be here for...

KIC poster advertising the February bonding event where students made cards for staff members.

How KSU students are spending their Valentine’s Day

Camryn Kocher Reporter February 13, 2021

What better day than Valentine’s Day to spend with your significant other or friends? This year is particularly special because of the current pandemic, so students need to adjust and find new ways to...

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