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The problem with Handshake

Rebekah Hiles March 17, 2025

Handshake is a career platform and job recruitment app founded in 2014 with the goal of helping college students and the Generation Z community find jobs and start their career. Students may be familiar...

Graphic by Clara Butcher

Economics professor explains concert ticket demand and cost

Claire Duber March 3, 2025

The magic of live music can be described as a special and unparalleled experience. Seeing an artist or band perform a song you hold close to your heart can be extremely fulfilling and memorable. With...

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Soundtracks of survival: How music keeps students going

Payton Bertrand February 24, 2025

College is a symphony of chaos —late-night study sessions humming with the crackle of caffeine, the rising swell of exam stress and the ever-present pulse of deadlines ticking away. For many students,...

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Students can reduce their carbon footprint, and it doesn’t have to be expensive

Ari Collins February 17, 2025

Sustainability isn't just a buzzword; it’s a movement that’s reshaping the way we live. By intentionally balancing our needs, we can help prioritize the health of our planet. It’s about making choices...

How to celebrate Valentine’s Day on a budget

How to celebrate Valentine’s Day on a budget

Rebekah Hiles February 13, 2025

As stores get rid of their candy canes, and start stocking their aisles with glittery pink hearts and chocolates for Valentine’s Day, many eager customers around the U.S. are preparing for the holiday....

How one freshman is finding her way in the fashion industry

How one freshman is finding her way in the fashion industry

Reese Urbach February 10, 2025

Kent State is notorious for its fashion program, ranked as the second best fashion school in the country. This enables many opportunities for every student who attends the school of fashion. Ella...

A recap of the 2025 Grammys: Students weigh in

A recap of the 2025 Grammys: Students weigh in

Claire Duber February 7, 2025

The 67th Grammys were held at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 2. The music industry’s biggest night followed through with unforgettable moments, milestones for new and old artists,...

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The future of the arts amongst Kent State budget cuts

Hannah Planey December 12, 2024

Kent State University, like many colleges in the United States, has been struggling with budget cuts.  For many students, this won’t affect their school experience much. However, for students of...

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Flash: Revealed

Lauren Cohen December 11, 2024

Anthony (AJ) Scilla has performed under the Flash suit for the past four years. As surprising as it may be, when Scilla started the job he had no interest in sports. “I’ve never watched sports,”...

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College antisemitism: One year later

Anneliese White December 10, 2024

For the first six months after Hamas attacked Israeli civilians on Oct. 7, 2023, senior speech pathology and audiology major Sarah Scheck hid her Star of David. “I used to wear a Jewish star, and...

Students walked around the De-Stress Fest to visit the several booths set up.

De-Stress Fest inspires students to take a break before finals

Hannah Planey December 6, 2024

With the semester coming to a close and finals week fast approaching, the De-Stress Fest gave students a break from their studies and an opportunity to craft, relax and enjoy themselves before a week of...

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What will the most popular Halloween costumes be this year?

Lauren Cohen October 30, 2024

The potential for Halloween costumes is endless. So far, Kent, Ohio, has seen people dress up based on this year's most popular pop culture trends. Google’s “FrightGeist” platform lists the top...

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