The Student Multicultural Center is preparing to kick off the 2021-22 academic year with the in-person return of Kupita/Transiciones (K/T). The four-day orientation, from August 18-22, is designed to help facilitate a smooth transition to Kent State for first-year and transfer students of color. Another event hit by last year’s pandemic ultimately forcing the SMC to pivot to a virtual setting, this year’s K/T will enable participants to build those ever-important relationships while, at the same time, making the most of their experience throughout the four days. The orientation ou...

Hilariously off-kilter music and comedy group The Cleverlys will kick off the eleventh season at the Performing Arts Center at Kent State University - Tuscarawas on September 9 at 7:30 p.m. The Cleverlys are a one-of-a-kind comedy/music blend coming from the remote part of the Ozark Mountains, near Cane Spur, Arkansas. Digger Cleverly, along with his nephews Ricky Lloyd, Sock, DVD and Cub, make up The Cleverlys. Don’t be fooled by this faux-family band - they are all accomplished musicians putting their unique bluegrass spin on cover songs from any genre. The Cleverlys’ set list includ...