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students eating late at night

Experts Weigh In: Is Eating Late at Night Bad?

After a long day in class, a night out or burning the midnight oil studying or working on projects, students may find themselves grabbing whatever food is available. A recently article says eating within three hours of bedtime may cause heartburn, acid reflux symptoms, obesity and other health risks. But is it really bad to eat late at night?  

Tags: Health , Students First , Community & Society , Featured Story

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Valentine's Day Puppy Kissing Booth

IN A FLASH: Canine Kisses for a Cause

A Valentine’s Day Puppy Kissing Booth in the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Student Center helped ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State students raise funds for an organization that provides service dogs to children and veterans with disabilities.

Tags: Student Organizations , Community Impact , Community & Society , Veterans , Student Life

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This historical map of ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï, Ohio is included in the Sanborn Map Collection in ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Libraries.

Heads Up, History Buffs: Most of ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State’s Sanborn Maps Are Now in the Public Domain

A treasure trove of historical Ohio maps that ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï digitized about five years ago has recently become part of the public domain, making them free for anyone to use.

Tags: Research & Science , Community & Society , Organizational Sustainability

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Art items at the KSU Surplus Store

New Location, Same Mission and Exceptional Bargains

The KSU Surplus Store opened on East Main Street in September of 2023. It recently moved to a new location – on campus in the vacant College of Business Administration Building. The new location offers single-floor shopping and easier access for students and faculty. 

Tags: Organizational Sustainability , University Facilities Management , Community Impact , Community & Society , University News

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2025 100 Plates wellness discussion

100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Community

Reflecting on the words of prominent figures in history can present opportunities to discover new perspectives and have important discussions surrounding social issues. This is exactly what happened at the 100 Plates: Empowering Wellness in Beloved Community event organized by the Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Events Committee. 

Tags: Community & Society , Student Life

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Nursing White Coat Ceremony 2025

IN A FLASH: Caring Hands

The White Coat Ceremony marks the beginning of a nursing students clinical rotation and reinforces their commitment to compassionate care. 

Tags: Community Impact , Health care , ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï College of Nursing , Community & Society

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Housing for the money banner

What Housing Will Your Dollar Get You in ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï?

Every year, thousands of ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï students navigate the off-campus housing market. As a college town, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï has no shortage of options. But what should students expect? The search for student housing can be overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. Luckily, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Today has done some legwork for you.  

Tags: Community & Society , Student Life , Students First

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55th Anniversary Black History Month

Celebrating the Founding of Black History Month at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State

On Feb. 1, more than 250 guests gathered to recognize the 55th anniversary of Black History Month at ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï, which was first established by the student organization Black United Students (BUS) in 1970 and was recognized nationwide by President Gerald Ford in 1976. 

Tags: University News , Community & Society , Black United Students , Student Life

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Black History Month 2025

It Started Here: ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State to Celebrate 55th Anniversary of Black History Month

ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï will mark the 55th anniversary of Black History Month in February and celebrate its founding by the student organization Black United Students.

Tags: Student Life , Community & Society , Nationally Distinctive , Community Impact

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Call for Photos - Sculpture

IN A FLASH: See YOUR Photo Here!

Anyone can submit a photo for ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï State Today's "IN A FLASH" photo feature! Submitted photos should be clear, high-resolution images and have a connection to ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï. 

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