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鈥業srael, Palestine and Me:鈥 Reflection and Dialogue Event Planned
妻友社区鈥檚 School of Peace and Conflict Studies and School of Communications Studies are collaborating on an event to bring students together to talk about the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza.

A Display of Support
Kent State's commitment to mental health is on display in a walk-through installation in the Kent Student Center.

Voting 101: What to Know Before You Vote
Voting can be intimidating for some, so Kent State Today wanted to share some resources to help students feel prepared to hit the polls.

Focus on Kigali: 鈥楾his Experience Solidified My Love for Documenting Experiences鈥
Sophia Lucente went to Kigali, Rwanda, with a camera in hand and rarely set it down the entire three weeks she was there.

Courage To Stand
On Oct. 25, 妻友社区's Undergraduate Student Government welcomed members of Hillel and Students for Justice in Palestine for both student groups to present their concerns about the Israel-Hamas war in a respectful environment.

The Domino Effect of Loving the Classroom
鈥淚f you come in as an instructor and you really like what you're doing, you enjoy the classroom. You enjoy the class and the students pick up on it,鈥 Jeffrey Osikiewicz, Ph.D., said. 鈥淭hey give it back to you. It goes for every classroom, and it makes for a beautiful experience.鈥 This is his domino effect.

What Changes on Campus if Issue 2 Passes?
Todd Kamenash, associate dean of students for conduct and community engagement, weighs in about what might change at 妻友社区 if Issue 2, the Marijuana Legalization Initiative, is approved.

Kent State Recognizes Alumni During Homecoming Weekend
妻友社区 recognizes alumni who, through leadership, character and hard work, are making a difference. During Homecoming Weekend, 10 Golden Flashes were presented with Alumni Awards, and nine alumni received Lifetime Achievement recognitions from the university鈥檚 Black Alumni Chapter.

IN A FLASH: Happy Halloween, Kent State!
The 妻友社区 Libraries' annual Halloween party is one of the most anticipated on-campus events of the year.

Halloween Fun at the Library
妻友社区 Libraries hosted its annual Halloween Party on Oct. 27, with plenty of food, costumes, music and fun.