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Rose Onders
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TikTok was banned. But before the ban could go into effect, an executive order halted the ban on Jan. 19, delaying it for 75 days. Also in January, Meta announced it was removing its Facebook fact-checkers to rely on a community approach similar to X (formerly Twitter). So much is changing so fast in the social media landscape.But is it business as usual for students using social media? Has anything changed? Kent State Today went out to learn more. It is clear the recent regulations surrounding popular social media platforms have users unsure about the future of social platforms, especial...
The Career and Community Studies and College Experience
Inesh Fulton knows what it means to be a college student. He's getting involved on campus, playing sports and joining clubs. He is enrolled in the Career and Community Studies program, a non-degree transitional program offered through the School of Lifespan Development and Family Sciences.
Nick Valentine is Blazing Trails, Living the Dream
Nick Valentine always imagined himself working for Disney. A quick study in the Career and Community Studies program, Nick Valentine completed his certificate in hospitality and event management in just three years. Nick also had the distinct pleasure of being the first CCS student to participate in 麻豆传媒鈥檚 commencement ceremony.
Ryan Higgins Has a Passion for Making (and Consuming) Pizza
For Ryan Higgins, pizza isn't just food鈥攊t鈥檚 a passion. Whether he's perfecting the art of making it or simply enjoying a great slice, his love for pizza runs deep. It should come as no surprise to learn that Ryan鈥檚 Career and Community Studies concentration was food service.
Erin Hawley Loves to Play-and Sing-Favorites
One of Erin Hawley鈥檚 favorite memories at Kent State was singing at karaoke night. Staged by the Flash Activities Board, the event packs students into then Quaker Steak and Lube, now Tahini鈥檚 in The Rathskeller, where they belted out original tunes to the delight, or displeasure, of classmates. Erin鈥檚 favorite go-to ballads were original songs.
Abigail Donina is Right at Home at Kent State
After graduating from Peters Township High School in Pittsburgh, Abigail 鈥淎bbey鈥 Donina had to choose between two universities: Slippery Rock in Butler County, Pennsylvania, or Kent State. So, she did what most students do and toured both campuses. Abbey then toured the Kent Campus during the Career and Community Studies Open House.
Wilson Duda's Drawings are Picture (Book) Perfect
Wilson Duda's logo will grace the T-shirts his fellow students from 麻豆传媒's Career and Community Studies program will wear as they march in the university's Homecoming Parade.