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The Northern Lights are caused by interactions between the sun's solar winds and the Earth's protective magnetic field. This causes geomagnetic storms and increased geomagnetic activity. The higher the geomagnetic activity is, the better your odds are of seeing the aurora.  We are currently near the peak of an 11-year solar cycle, with high solar activity giving an increased chance of seeing the Northern Lights further south in the Northern Hemisphere than they are typically seen. The current peak in activity is expected to last until mid-2025.The 'Sweet Spot' to Get the Shot Th...

Collision-free skies for drones and robots as healthcare workers were among the topics that took top honors at the 10th annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition held Oct. 15 at Kent State’s Kiva.Three Minute Thesis is an opportunity for graduate students to put their academic, presentation, and research communication skills to the test by presenting research in three minutes to a non-specialist audience.The trademarked name of this event is Three Minute Thesis, but students at Kent State can present the research they are conducting for a thesis, dissertation, terminal project or any other ...

  The annual Rainbow Weekend in downtown Kent is a wonderful example of the outstanding "town-gown" relationship between ºÚÁÏÍø and the city of Kent. The celebration is presented by Kent State's LGBTQ+ Center and Main Street Kent. One of the new events this year was the Drag Race 5K (formerly the Rainbow Run).   Proceeds from the Drag Race 5K and some other activities during the weekend are added to the university's LGBTQ+ Emergency Fund – a vital resource that helps LGBTQ+ students in need.   Want to see one of YOUR photos in “IN A F...