Kent State University

Many would acknowledge that we are entering a third wave of access to public higher education in America. We will review the first two waves of access, the markers of this third wave, and discuss changes in who pays for the cost of earning a college education, with Kent State University offered as an example of these trends.

Here are five suggestions for the week from Juneteenth celebrations to summer performances.

The work of Gregory Hatch is in the CapSoul gallery this month.

An email sent to the university community stated that it was unclear when exactly the swastika was painted. The symbol has since been removed from the campus and Kent State police are still investigating.

Graduating from college is a milestone worth celebrating but for those lacking financial stability it might be soured by the cost of the cap and gown.

The panel met with two new Republican members replacing existing members who said they needed to work on the budget due in June; Three Northeast Ohio residents have been charged for participating in the Jan. 6th insurrection at the Capitol; Guardians dub Steven Kwan as "Obi-Kwan" with Star Wars Day victory; and more stories.

Commemorations for the last two years were shifted virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ohio's primary for governor, U.S. senate and other statewide and local races was marked by low voter turnout; Senate President Matt Huffman replaces himself with a fellow Republican on redistricting commission; Another Guardians game postponed by bad weather.

The property on Transport Road in Cleveland is a former oil refinery and many who spoke during the public comment period question the need for a new jail; Columbus City Attorney sues the state over 'medical conscience clause'; Kent State gets grant to expand services for Black babies; and more stories.

Bob Pickett was vice president of the Black United Students at Kent State. Bill Arthrell led anti-war efforts.