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Student journalists from TV2 and the Daily Kent Stater are on the ground in Phoenix and Chicago to bring you the latest updates from the candidates' home bases. (2) comments
After a lengthy discussion regarding the proposal, Faculty Senate unanimously passed a proposal to establish a college of public health this afternoon. Faculty Senate unanimously passed a proposal to establish a college of public health this afternoon. After a lengthy discussion regarding the proposal, Senate Chairman Tom Janson called for a vote on the proposal, which was originally on the agenda as a discussion item. (0) comments
WASHINGTON _ Democrat Barack Obama won the pivotal state of Ohio Tuesday, putting him within reach of the presidency in a hard-fought battle with Republican John McCain. Obama's win took Ohio's 20 Electoral College votes away from the Republican column, forcing McCain to make up the votes elsewhere on a shrinking map or lose the election. (0) comments
Obama spoke moments ago to a crowd of thousands in Chicago after sweeping the election tonight. (2) comments
Ken Brown reports on Kent State's celebration of Obama's successful campaign.
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McCain congratulated Senator Obama before a dispirited group of supporters in Arizona. (1) comment
The Bursar's office is providing copies of bills to students to take to the polls as proof of residence. The bills include students' names and addresses and are printed on university letterheads. (0) comments
Night was falling and so was an intermittent rain. Nancy Warlop and Janet Stadulis, volunteers for Sen. Barack Obama's campaign, stood in the parking lot of the CVS store on South Water Street. (0) comments
Kent State faculty decided yesterday that public health research is in the university's future. Faculty Senate unanimously approved a proposal from the provost's office that would establish a college of public health. (0) comments
Weather's ability to change the outcome of an election has been speculated. As of last night, weather.com predicted today's temperature in Kent will be a high of 69 degrees and sunny. Kent's forecasted weather mirrors predictions for most of the country. Geography professor Tom Schmidlin said apart from rain in the Carolinas and possible snow in the mountainous regions of the Northwest, the national weather for today looks mild and bright. (0) comments
It's almost the end of election season, and it's looking like the next president of the United States could be decided by the Buckeye State. (0) comments
Mary Beth Rollick didn't always think she would receive an award for teaching. Prior to working at Kent State, she was a freelance writer and secretary. But 11 years ago Rollick said she found her calling. "Math was something I really enjoyed - it was a lot of fun," Rollick said. (0) comments
CHICAGO - Win or lose, Barack Obama will be greeted by a welcoming party of unprecedented proportions when he arrives at Grant Park tonight. City officials and event staff are preparing for a crowd about 1 million strong and spent yesterday blocking off roads and securing the event site.
VIEW a photo gallery of the events in Chicago on Nov. 3.
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Early reports from the Portage County Board of Elections are showing a few tight races within the county. With 9.2 percent of precincts reporting, Democratic incumbent Christopher Smeiles has a slight lead over Republican challenger Larry Solak for one of the county's commissioner seat. (0) comments
Percentages of votes for Ohio's proposed issues. (0) comments
Results for Attorney General, Justice of the Ohio Supreme Court and State Representative. (0) comments
As the onset of evening blanketed the city of Kent in darkness, late voters continued to hit the polls for last-minute votes. (0) comments
Of all the places and events John McCain could hold his last rally before voters go to the polls, the location had to be on the corner of Gurley Street and Montezuma Street, and just after a Hank Williams Jr. performance. (1) comment
Tempe, Az.-With Barak Obama surging ahead in most national polls, some by as many as 13 percent, the one state that John McCain should be able to count on is his home state of Arizona, right?
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Poll workers' attitudes may affect voters' confidence in the electoral system, according to a study by a Kent State professor. Political science professor Ryan Claassen partnered with Brigham Young University to research voters' trust in elections. The study found that voters generally like their poll workers, which assures voters that their vote will count. (0) comments
When members of the Alumni Board came into Thomas Sosnowski's class with balloons, doughnuts and apple cider to present him with a 2008 Distinguished Teaching Award, the entire class applauded. "How often as a teacher does your whole class applaud you?" he said. (0) comments
WATCH a video about why students think voting is important. (0) comments
Biden spoke for about 20 minutes, and emphasized Ohio's importance in terms of deciding the election.
VIEW a photo gallery of Biden's visit to Copley High School.
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Ever heard of blind voting? A day before the election an experiment was done to see how much voters really know about the candidate they are voting for. Are they voting based on the issues or something else? Jeannette Reyes reports.
Ashleigh Klinger reports on the atmosphere and events in Phoenix, Az where McCain's headquarters will be Nov. 4.
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Assistant physics professor Jonathan Secaur has been teaching for 37 years and never thought this day would come. Secaur won a 2008 Outstanding Teaching Award Friday. "Teaching is one of those careers where it makes you feel like you're doing something worthwhile," he said. (1) comment
Ivy Filbin, sophomore public communications major and College Democrats member, said she came for the free food and to support Sen. Barack Obama. She supported her candidate by wearing an Obama '08 T-shirt and an Obama-Biden pin on the strap of her backpack. (1) comment
Palin visited Lakewood yesterday morning and urged those in attendance to look at facts when casting their votes.
VIEW a photo gallery of Palin's visit to Lakewood.
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At a time when the government is bailing out banks with taxpayers' money and layoffs are looming over workers' heads, promises of job security and other benefits are a big selling point for the military. A recent economic nose dive and continually rising tuition prices are just a few of the reasons that recruitment numbers may start to increase - even in a time of war. (0) comments
Prentice Gate's redesign will be completed by mid-November in a new location on state Route 59. The construction crew started demolition work on the memorial before the start of the fall semester and plans to reach completion within the next several weeks. (0) comments
in a glowing piece of the Aggro Crag rock during G.U.T.S., the second late-night event at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. The deadline to register a team of six is 5 p.m. Wednesday in the rec center Pro Shop. Registration is free, and space is limited to only 50 teams. (0) comments
It's taken Kerry Enright three attempts to get accepted into the school of her dreams. Enright, a sophomore fashion merchandising major, was rejected entry twice from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. (0) comments
While approximately 73,000 fans cheered for their beloved Cleveland Browns against the Baltimore Ravens yesterday, 80,000 Obama supporters celebrated nearby as Bruce Springsteen and his wife, along with Sen. Sherrod Brown introduced presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama at a rally.
WATCH a video about Bruce Springsteen's performance at OSU to encourage voter registration.
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Alex Kocent, junior sports administration major, looks up classes to take for his major. But instead of creating his ideal schedule, that dreadful "C" signifying a closed class sometimes appears next to his required classes. (0) comments
A Kent State student has Hy-Hopes for hunger - hydroponic hopes, that is. Monica Cowen, communication counseling graduate student, is the founder and executive director of the non-profit organization, Hy-Hopes. (0) comments
Kent is a historic city rich in local lore. Some residents have long believed several locations within the city are occupied by spirits of Kent's past. (0) comments
A group of six students, two AmeriCorps VISTA staffers and one administrator left Kent's cozy surroundings Halloween night to search for the urban experience. (1) comment
With Kent State on the road this weekend, the best football on campus took place at the Liquid Crystal Field during a student run punt, pass and kick competition Saturday. (0) comments
Democratic candidate Barack Obama, with wife Michelle and daughters Malia Ann and Natasha by his side, made his last campaign stop in Ohio yesterday, trying to secure the state's 20 electoral votes. A total of 270 are needed to secure the presidency. (0) comments
Approximately 350 people showed up to the Board of Elections in Ravenna Saturday morning to vote absentee. But before selecting a candidate, voters waited anywhere from three-and-a-half to four hours before voting. (0) comments
Collin Bruning, junior sports administration major, said he does not know too much about the presidential candidates' platforms. He does know that financial aid played a role in deciding where he would attend college, though. (1) comment
Kent State students will play a big role in the Portage County election. BSR's Tim Ritzert has more.
The Portage County Board of Elections is working hard in the days leading up to the big election on Tuesday. Tim Ritzert reports.
With five days left until the 2008 Election, Reporter Demi Heiks talks to students and professors on campus about why you should go vote. Listen in to for reasons to go to the polls on November 4th.
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Kent State may become one of two schools in Ohio to serve the state in public health. The Educational Policies Council voted Oct. 20 to send a proposal to Faculty Senate regarding the possibility of establishing a college of public health. (0) comments
Kent State University Police are investigating an attempted robbery that occurred early Sunday morning. Police were unavailable to comment on the incident, but a FlashLine message stated that the attempt occurred at 1:45 a.m. near Van Deusen Hall and the University Esplanade. (0) comments
The Student Recreation and Wellness Center will have normal hours Election Day, despite it being a polling location. (0) comments
From the beginnings of the campaign trail, the 2008 presidential election has shattered past histories and paved roads into the future of American politics. Now, the white flag is waving. The final flex of muscle is here. Sens. Barack Obama and John McCain are poised in a sprint for the finish line: the White House.
Student organizations will unite one final time to encourage students to vote from noon to 4:30 p.m. today in Risman Plaza. Un1te '08 will feature performances from Carlos Jones and The Speedbumps, and speakers from Power Vote. (0) comments
Undergraduate Student Government will give one iPod Touch to a student for voting in this election. (0) comments
Kent State's seventh annual Jock Jams, which showcases athletes' singing and dancing, will take place at 7 p.m. tomorrow in the Student Center ballroom. (0) comments
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