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The science behind plant sex Rachel Duthie Student Life Reporter One may know about the birds and the bees, but what about the plants and the seeds? Andrea Case knows all about that. Case, a Kent State associate professor of biological sciences, has studied the evolution of reproductive systems in flowering plants for the past 23 years. Over time, her research has been published in a number of scientific journals, including the International Journal of Plant Sciences. Case's interest in the topic spawned from her undergraduate honors research project at the University of North Carolina, where she undertook a project studying sex determination in plants within different climates. "It posed an interesting question within plant reproductive research," Case said. "Maybe it's not just sex, but a part of a separate evolutionary system." Flowers are genitals, Case said, and rely on pollinators, like animals and other plants, to have sex. When pollen is moved to another plant, it moves down to the plant's embryo and creates a seed, which can be found in a fruit. "It's funny because people don't realize that when you're eating a fruit, you're eating an ovary," Case said. "Also, when you're eating a seed from a part of a plant, you're eating embryos. Fruit juice is ovary juice. People don't like to
think about it, but it's true." As for finding a mate? "Flowers are so attractive because they are trying to get the attention of other plants or pollinators in order to reproduce," Case said. "It's quite fascinating how plants interact in order to breed. There is a science behind it." rduthie@kent.edu
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KINK draws curious students, helps clarify BDSM culture Rachel Duthie Student Life Reporter
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Inside the confines of room 224 of Bowman Hall, Kent State students gather around two lecturers about to present. Today's lesson: how to properly use hot wax on a partner during sex. Despite being an organization devoted to bondage and domination, Kent State is Now Kinky (K.I.N.K.) looks more like an educational seminar than a fetishized sex club. "While I would love to run my own dungeon, this isn't what college students need,"said David Rosen, a senior philosophy major and treasurer of K.I.N.K. "It's about providing resources that are not there. It's about teaching students how to get started in the BDSM world, and how to do that safely."
After being active on campus for five semesters, K.I.N.K. members said they believe they've had success debunking myths regarding the BDSM culture and teaching students how to safely and easily explore it. Most meetings revolve around giving lessons, such as how to properly tie your partner with a rope or use certain equipment during intercourse. Students even sometimes share their own personal experiences in order to help others. The group became an official student organization in 2015 in response to students who desired a safe, private environment where they could learn how to safely perform BDSM acts. The organization has since doubled in membership, with an average of 15 to 25 members at weekly meetings. It has also held a variety of educational seminars on campus.
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KINK KINK draws curious ... "We offer a community to everyone who is curious about exploring outside the usual sexual spectrum," Rosen said. "While the group does have a strong social aspect, it really is about safety. We want to make sure that everyone who is doing this is doing it right. There is a lot of interest here." Alice Freitas, a sophomore psychology major and president of K.I.N.K., attributes most of the group's success to the curiosity of members who are often young and inexperienced in the BDSM community. "We definitely get those entrylevel fetishes," Freitas said. "This is your typical bondage and sensations. It is mostly college students,
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so really these are people who want to learn." In order to guarantee privacy to its members, everyone is expected to sign a non-disclosure agreement before the start of every meeting. This effort is coupled with a low social media profile and complete anonymity outside meetings. Rosen notes that most members do not discuss the organization publicly — and he doesn't want them to either. "Everyone believes we just come together to have wild sex parties," Rosen said. "That isn't the case at all. In fact, it is probably the furthest thing from that. We want to educate these experiences on a relatable college level." Freitas said most of the stigma exists in popularized BDSM media like the "Fifty Shades of Grey" franchise, which she argues gives the culture a bad name. K.I.N.K. will likely have some BDSM dam-
age control to issue this weekend, as sequel "Fifty Shades Darker" hits 3,705 movie theater screens in North America this weekend. "The media, as we all know, is notorious for showing you the wrong way to do things," Freitas said. "The media environment still has a long way to go. While we appreciate how BDSM is becoming normalized, most of what you see is not what it really is. We gawk at the same things people gawk about when they see BDSM in (television) or music. It's not what it really is." Consent and comfortability are the main focuses of the organization. "I invite people to come to our meetings and see (for) themselves; It's not what you think," Rosen said. "We are what BDSM really is." rduthie@kent.edu
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Myth #1 It doesn't require consent
Consent is the backbone to any sexual act, including BDSM. According to K.I.N.K. President Alice Freitas, "It is not considered true BDSM if there isn't an implied consent from both parties."
Myth #2 It doesn’t involve cooperation
With the growing acceptance of transgender people in mainstream society, there is also a growing openness toward dating and having sex with trans people that didn’t exist previously. One of the trends emerging from this change is the “trans-amorous” community, which defines itself as cisgender people who feel primarily attracted to trans people. While this guide isn’t about them, their existence brings up a topic that needs discussing: How to have sex with trans women. Here is a list of suggestions to make the sexual experience better for yourself and your trans female partner.
1) Check Yourself
How do you view this woman? Are you embarrassed by the idea of other people knowing about the encounter? Are you fetishizing her? Is this simply your way of experimenting? These are all questions you must ask yourself before having sex with anyone, trans women included. Remind yourself that you’re having sex with a person, not an experiment. If having sex with a trans woman freaks you out because you think it defies your sexual orientation as “straight”
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It is considered a norm in the BDSM community that after sexual activity has occurred, partners practice what is called "aftercare." Aftercare often involves partners cuddling and/or tending to each other after intense physical stimulation.
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An important part of any BDSM relationship is to listen. Freitas advises that partners should “constantly discuss their needs with each other,” and address what they liked and didn’t like after every sexual act.
Advice for respecting trans women between the sheets Willemina Davidson Fusion Writer
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Yes, it’s embarrassing to not remember the name of the person you’re sleeping with. But it’s even more embarrassing when you don’t know how to refer to her genitals. People may overlook this step but it can help the person you’re having sex with avoid feeling mid-coitus dysphoria, or even giggling at the comedic misuse of terms. Some pre-operation and non-operation women refer to their parts as a clitoris, penis or some completely leave it up to their partner.
3) Ask Before Touching
It should go without saying that consent is important. But if you’re with a trans person, asking to touch certain body parts can, once again, save your partner from dysphoria. While many trans women do use their genitals, others prefer to pretend they don’t exist. This is simply a coping mechanism for physical dysphoria. Imagine you have
a big or small growth that makes you uncomfortable, and everyone who sees you naked wants to touch it. Pretty terrifying, right? Well, the same principle applies here.
4) Don’t Use Slurs
Words like “tranny” and “shemale” are offensive. The same applies for phrases like, “You look just like a real girl.” You wouldn’t talk to your mother, sister or friend that way, so why would you talk to your trans woman that way? It’s usually an immediate turn-off, and we all want to focus on turn-ons. While there are trans women who enjoy hearing these phrases due to participation in the BDSM community or their own internalized transphobia, starting with them is not a good idea.
5) Have Fun and Relax
This isn’t meant to be stressful and there won’t be a test, so just make sure to have fun and not feel too attached to people who aren’t present in the moment. You’re both ultimately two people having sex. Just remember that consent and respect are sexy. wdavids3@kent.edu
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Kent State students gathered at Risman Plaza Wednesday afternoon with signs in hand to protest Betsy DeVos’ confirmation as secretary of education. Despite the cold and snow, students were ready to be heard. Madison Newingham, a sophomore political science major, voiced her concern over the recent appointment. “She doesn't quite have a plan, which is the first problem, just for starters," Newingham said. "She’s another unqualified, un-relatable billionaire that’s going to be in the executive. Just looking at her first Senate hearing, she is supposed to be the leader of the Department of Education and cannot differentiate the difference between growth and proficiency, which is a very basic and critical point in her job.” Money was a topic of conversation as well, in relation to the confirmation. Newingham noted DeVos' financial ties to the officials who elected her. “I completely detest (Ohio Sen.) Rob Portman’s vote. It’s not an accurate reflection of our democracy at all," Newingham said. "He sold his vote to ... DeVos on behalf of 350,000 constituents. She’s donated a ton of money to the Republican Party.” MJ Eckhouse, a junior political science major, cited money as a key prob-
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lem as well, noting that DeVos "owes the state of Ohio $5 million in fines for misconduct in an elections of one of her political action committees." Eckhouse also protested DeVos’ platform of school choice: one not favorable to public schools. “She believes in school choice, meaning defunding public schools and putting students who don’t have a choice in where they go to school in a bad position where they can’t pay teachers,” Eckhouse said. Rue Monroe, a sopho-
more theatre studies major, doesn’t think DeVos represents the people of the United States. "How can someone who is supposed to be advocating for our generation not know anything about our generation or what they need,” Monroe said. Some students agreed that demonstrating and voicing their opinions is still important, even after the confirmation. “It can inspire people to get involved, to learn more, I think just by making any
kind of statement in public allows people to see that real people care about this stuff and that maybe they should too,” Eckhouse said. Newingham agreed that these events will help students get involved, politically. “Ultimately, the more people who are involved, the more people that will vote," Newingham said. "That’s how our voices are actually heard in our government.” cmills11@kent.edu
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Students to show love of travel on Valentine’s Day Eryn Gebacz International Students and Issues Reporter Kicking off Kent State’s “I (Heart) Travel Week” is “I (Heart) Travel Day.” Set for Tuesday, the event will provide students with a way to express their love for all things travel and learn more about summer study abroad opportunities. The day is filled with various fun, interactive activities that are aimed at helping students learn about funding study abroad trips. To see the extended article, visit KentWired.com.
Cheers&Jeers Cheers to ... lightning striking twice. A South Carolina man won on two different lottery tickets in the same day, winning $100,000 and $200,000 from the pair.
Senators square off in town hall Republican VIEW debate
But back to DeVos. It took former Vice President Mike Pence to break the tie within the U.S. Senate to appoint her and served as the first time a vice president ever had to do so in terms of appointing a presidential cabinet nominee. Senate Democrats warned of the dire consequences that could arise for parents and the futures of their children via her appointment to lead education. Hell, Minnesota Sen. Al Franken called her “the most incompetent cabinet-level nominee I have ever seen” at the time of her accepting the role. Remember when she said that thing about needing guns in schools to protect from grizzly
On Tuesday, U.S. Senators Ted Cruz and Bernie Sanders took part in a CNN town hall event. This event placed these former presidential candidates on the debate stage regarding the future of the Affordable Care Act. The debate lasted approximately two hours and featured two very different views on the role of the government in health care. The first important takeaway from the debate is that Obamacare is failing. The policy put into place during the first term of the Obama administration was highly controversial at the time and remains controversial today. Statistics regarding the results of the act show how it is failing. Firstly, premiums and deductibles are on the rise, the Obama administration confirmed in October 2016 that premiums were expected to rise by approximately 25 percent. According to an article by CNBC, even the lowest-tiered plans will average deductibles in excess of $6,000, almost a 15 percent gain. This is troublesome because of how frequently former President Barack Obama stated that premiums would drop. Additionally, Cruz cited a statistic stating that Obamacare regulations have resulted in 172 million hours of additional paperwork. An important thing to remember is that doctors get paid the same rate regardless of how much time they devote to either paperwork or providing care. The result is inevitably higher costs of health insurance. Consequently, the incentive for insurance companies and doctors to participate has dropped significantly. The purchasing options for Americans has drastically decreased. Seven states, according to Business Insider, now have a single participating insurer. Finally, a study released by the Association of American Medical Colleges stated that there is expected be to a shortage between 62,000 and 95,000 physicians. Medical students are choosing other more lucrative fields in the medical industry. These all show that the government mandated ACA is, in fact, not affordable. The second takeaway is what the future of health care in America is. Sanders stated a single-payer system, also known health insurance that is run solely by the government, is the answer. Cruz stated that the solution is to get rid of the regulation that not only creates extra costs, but prevents small businesses from expanding. He makes the point that, when left to their own devices, insurance companies have the incentive to provide the best quality of insurance at the lowest possible cost, which would lower the price of premiums and deductibles. He also mentioned some of the plans congressional Republicans have to replace the plan. These plans, though not specifically mentioned, include a plan sponsored by Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan, which would repeal the mandates of Obamacare but allow for Medicaid to remain funded as is. Another plan introduced by Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul would maintain provisions keeping kids on their parent’s plans until 26, as well as a two year time frame for those with pre-existing conditions to obtain coverage. However, the majority of the original mandates would be repealed. Finally, the debate tackled the most fundamental question being debated on by Americans: Is health care a human right? Republicans are searching for a plan that will provide low cost health insurance to as many people as possible. Democrats, such as Sanders, are willing to bankrupt small business owners to provide poor health care at high cost.
Public schools continue to suffer years after DeVos confirmation
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Matt Poe Columnist Editor's Note: The following column contains satire. Events mentioned in the piece are fictitious. It’s been 10 years since former Secretary of Education and professional airhead Betsy DeVos was confirmed to the aforementioned position. If you can recall, it was early 2017 when the DeVos charade occurred, resulting in one of the most controversial cabinet appointments in U.S. history. A lot has happened in our world since that fateful appointment: The Columbus Blue Jackets won their third Stanley Cup in five years, Vice President Bill Murray lifted the nationwide ban on cheesesteaks first implemented by former President Donald Trump, and Justin Bieber was chosen as the first American pope in the history of the Roman Catholic Church. But back to DeVos. It took former Vice President Mike Pence to break the tie within the U.S. Senate to appoint her and served as the first time a vice president ever had to do so in terms of appointing a presidential cabinet nominee. Senate Democrats warned of the dire consequences that could arise for parents and the futures of their children via her appointment to lead education. Hell, Minnesota Sen. Al Franken called her “the most incompetent cabinet-level nominee I have ever seen” at the time of her accepting the role. Remember when she said that thing about needing guns in schools to protect from grizzly bears? That was funny until more states actually implemented legislation to allow guns on or near school campuses. Remember when she couldn’t differentiate proficiency versus growth? That, too, was funny at the time; well, in a really sad way. Unfortunately, we didn’t take Franken’s, or many others', warnings as seriously as we should have in those days. And we certainly didn’t take DeVos’ inability and recklessness as seriously as we should have either. Her extreme love affair with charter schools, billionaire family ties and lack of understanding on how public schools function were all major red flags from those who damned her appointment. Again, we didn’t listen. I sit here writing this column from my home office waiting to leave and pick up my kids from school. I loved D.C. so much that I decided to stay in the region, get married (total smoke show, by the way) and have
kids of my own, something I contemplated against during the Trump administration out of fear of bringing children into an apocalyptic wasteland. Instead of picking them up from a respectable public school district nearby like the one I was fortunate enough to attend growing up in Ohio, I instead have to travel a solid 30 minutes just to pick them up from the charter school they attend. Many legislators and citizens laughed at the idea that DeVos’ appointment could somehow dismantle the public school system that serves as the backbone of education for an overwhelming majority in this country. But, lo and behold, we were wrong on that one too! Because within a year of her tenure as secretary of education, DeVos and her cronies began the rapid transformation of the public school system. Cutting funds to public schools in impoverished areas, mandating that many schools incorporate conservative, religious teachings and turning education into a for-profit enterprise were just the beginning. Sure, there’s always been charter and private schools that operate in such a fashion. But instead of those places acting independently of public schools as they always had, the spillage seeped over and the public school system as we knew it began to morph into something unrecognizable. As a result of her inconceivable tenure, it wasn’t the Senate Republicans who approved DeVos that suffered; most of their children were already grown up or fortunate enough to attend the school of their choosing without any issues. So let’s say it all together, come on now: Who suffered from DeVos’ appointment as secretary of education, class? My children. Your children. Our generation’s children. They’re the ones who are reaping the consequences of that imbecilic decision. "Think of the children!" people tend to say both sarcastically and earnestly in many different circumstances. Well, here’s something for you: We sure as hell weren’t thinking of them when we decided to appoint this grossly incompetent woman to that position all those years ago. Am I forgetting something ... oh crap, I’m late to pick up the kids! mpoe3@kent.edu
Jeers to ... a lost piece of history. The world’s oldest aquarium fish died at approximately 90 years old. His species, the lung fish, can boast a lifepan exceeding 100 years.
A tale of two cops: An open letter Stephen D’Abreau Columnist To the officer who pulled me over last month: As I was patted down and my car was searched, I asked myself how a simple traffic stop in a well-known speed trap in my own hometown turned out like this. All I did was ask for a bit of clemency from my hometown police, but instead I got a phrase that I’ll always remember: “You look nervous.” Seemingly innocuous, the phrase will always stick with me. You see, you aren’t the only officer I know. My fiancée’s father is also a police officer. He’s a great guy, in honesty. He’s quite reserved, but a kind man who takes his duty to his community seriously. He brings honor to the badge. But you don’t. You contribute to the culture of intimidation, harassment and violence that police are now so known for. Minorities like myself particularly distrust the police, and all because of people like you. You could have simply handed me my citation and let me be on my way. Instead, you called in two additional officers and told me to step out of my now surrounded vehicle. After all your tactics of intimidation, you asked to pat me down and have my car searched for drugs and weapons. Why was I suspected? “Because you look nervous.” I can ask an ex-Marine cop for his permission to ask his daughter’s hand in marriage, but for a supposedly routine traffic stop I was “acting nervous.” Perhaps I was. Perhaps being purposely intimidated by you and surrounded by your two buddies was nerve-wracking. Perhaps “consenting” to a search without probable cause or warrant might have caused anxiety. Being surrounded by police in a traffic stop, with all my documents in order, being intimidated and harassed — I doubt any black man like me would attempt to refuse the search. Do I want to be the next one killed in a “routine traffic stop?” It’s a convenient way to circumvent my Fourth Amendment rights. Harass me, intimidate me, surround me with additional officers, keep me there without arresting me and then have me “consent” to being searched. Fear is just as good as a warrant I guess. But the worst part is, when the outrage and anger of the community comes for people like you, you hide behind my soon to be father-in-law. It’s a tale of two cops: the servant of his community, and the bully with a badge. I want you to know two things. First, I want you to know that I won’t fall into any sort of hatred of police – there are far too few bad ones like you to justify it. I will support the police, because they will be the cops you hide behind that ultimately bring you to account for your misdeeds. But the second thing is that I suspect “you look nervous” for you is code for “you look black.” I wasn’t fooled, and you won’t be able to fool everyone you hide behind for much longer. sdabrea1@kent.edu
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If you’re opting for handmade gifts this Valentine’s Day, why not aim for higher production values? Head to the Center for the Visual Arts’ print shop to create custom cards between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by the United Print Alliance, five cards cost $5 and all supplies are provided.
Hillel at Kent State is hosting an open mic event, starting at 6:30 p.m., to give students the opportunity to showcase their hidden talents. Step up to the mic – or just enjoy some pastries and coffee.
Local retailers will take the spotlight at this fashion show as College Town Kent sets out to display the biggest trends in clothes, hair and makeup at 7 p.m. Food from local restaurants will be served along with a cash bar.
Get ready for exercise with an international twist. As part of I Heart Travel Week, this event will provide students the opportunity to workout through non-American dances and sports, such as cricket, in the KSU Ice Arena at 4:30 p.m.
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“SEX WEEK ENDS WITH ANNUAL SEXTOBER-FEST”
by Kellie Nock
“KENT STATE RANKS NATIONALLY FOR STUDENTS SEEKING ‘SUGAR DADDIES’ ” by Erin Zaranec
Browse more stories about sex on KentWired, starting with these picks.
“HIV/AIDS IN OHIO: TREATMENT, PREVENTION AND AWARENESS” by Brenna Parker
“ALUMNA PUBLISHES BOOK ABOUT SEX AT KENT STATE” by Felicia Guadagni
To cap off the annual Sex Week on campus, this event included raunchy games and prizes, with a theme of “Mermaids and Seamen.”
A number of students are getting creative to pay for tuition. The website SeekingArrangement.com, which sets users up as “sugar babies,” saw 124 new accounts made with @kent.edu email addresses in 2016. This guide to HIV/AIDS outlines what experts from campus and Northeast Ohio say about getting tested, informing the public and promoting safe sex.
Olive Persimmon, a 2009 Kent State grad, wrote a comedic book titled “Unintentionally Celibate,” which stemmed from an embarrassing story involving a date and a hotdog.
Artist: Kelly Rowland feat. Lil Wayne Song: Motivation
Artist: Ciara Song: Body Party Ciara teamed up with Mike WiLL Made-It back in 2013 and released a sensual, intimate track for you and your bae. The rockin’ drums coupled with a PartyNextDoor sample creates a sensual environment wherever you are listening. Not to mention, Ciara’s lustful lyrics of having a “body party” all over her body is bound to steam things up between you and your boo.
Personally, this is my favorite entry on the playlist. A breakthrough track for Rowland back in 2011, this is a song that has one goal in mind: to reach the climax. Of course, the added intimacy from Lil Wayne’s verse to couple Rowland’s steamy lyrics makes the song even better. The hook of the song, where Rowland pleads for her lover to keep going, reminds the listener that the motivation behind sex isn’t about you, but rather pushing your partner to the climax.
BSR Beats: Sexy Songs In honor of the Sex Issue, we decided to use our musical expertise to create a sexy playlist. For this list, we will focus on getting hot, steamy and a little freaky.
Artist: Ty Dolla Sign feat. The Weeknd, Wiz Khalifa, DJ Mustard Song: Or Nah (Remix)
Artist: Jimi Hendrix Song: Voodoo Chile (Slight Return) Surprisingly, a major old school joint like Jimi Hendrix’s “Voodoo Chile” holds its own amongst the other more contemporary tracks on this playlist. The screeching guitar solos and Hendrix’s wild vocals help create a sexual playground that incites not only physical pleasures, but the freak inside all of us. If you’re gonna play this track, make sure you are ready to make your partner’s wildest dreams come true.
One of the first Best Original Song winners was this future standard from the classic Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers film, “Swing Time.” The pair’s musicals unsurprisingly dominated this category for years, including at the first ever Oscars where two of their films were nominated and one won. But it’s this track that rises above the rest becoming a true classic. “The Way You Look Tonight” has been covered numerous times, most notably by Frank Sinatra, but the original Astaire is really something special. Through his films, Astaire introduced some of the most beloved songs of the early 20th century.
Artist: Ginuwine Song: Pony (Extended Mix) Ginuwine’s “Pony” is a quintessential song to any sex playlist. The classic production by Timbaland combined with Ginuwine’s sexy vocals can put anyone in the mood at any time. When Ginuwine tells you to “send chills up and down your spine,” the listener is reminded of the sheer sensuality of the track. Overall, the track has a great rhythm that can make any night worthwhile. Although it’s another old school track, it still holds it’s own as one of the best R&B songs of all time.
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Korinek's big game leads Flashes past EMU Henry Palattella Sports Editor Before the Kent State women’s basketball team’s Wednesday night game against Eastern Michigan University, Kent State forward Jordan Korinek, was awarded by Kent State Athletics for scoring her 1,000-career point, a feat she accomplished on the road last weekend against University at Buffalo. Korinek added another accolade against the Eagles, as she tied a careerhigh with 28 points Thursday night for the Flashes (13-11, 7-5 Mid-American Conference). Kent State achieved a 83-65 win over Eastern Michigan (6-17, 1-10 MAC). “I thought we got off to a much better start than we did (last Saturday) against Buf-
falo,” Kent State coach Todd Starkey said after the game. "We still gave up a few things we shouldn’t have early, but the rest of the way I was really pleased with how we defended.” The Flashes lost 77-62 to the Bulls, and let them shoot 47 percent from the field. Korinek spearheaded Kent State’s offensive attack in the first half, finishing with 18 points in the first half — two of which she made on a halftime buzzerbeater. When all the dust had settled, Korinek had more than half of the Flashes’ 34 first half points. Korinek’s offensive outburst was extremely important to the Flashes first half success, as no other member of the team was in double figures. McKenna Stephens second in scoring with five points.
Holley takes stand in second day of trial Henry Palattella Sports Editor Day two of former Kent State football player Nate Holley’s trial took place Tuesday in the Portage County Municipal Courthouse. Holley took the stand, along with the alleged victim, Ceara Tackett, during the series of day-long testimonies. Assistant Portage County Prosecutor Eric Finnegan called Tackett to the stand to ask about her relationship with Holley. Tackett said she met Holley during her sophomore year at Kent State. Finnegan asked Tackett about the relationship on the night of Nov. 2, to which she said that they were not together. Tackett’s plans changed later in the night, however, when she decided to go out. She said Holley proceeded to call her, but she didn’t answer. When she got home, Tackett said she received a phone call from her next-door neighbor who
The Eagles found themselves down 34-26 at halftime, and as a team were 11-30 (36 percent) from the field, with no scorers in double-figures. “One of our goals this game was to get back to our defensive identity because we had been slacking,” Korinek said after the game. “We came out talking better on defense and that really helped us not dig ourselves in a hole like we did against Buffalo. So, we were a little slow in the first half, but I think we came out even harder in the second half." The Flashes went on a 7-2 run to start the second half and finished with 25 points in the third quarter to help increase their lead to 59-28. Senior guard Larissa Lurken came alive in the third, scoring 9 of her 22 points in the third quar-
informed her Holley was outside her window. Holley then allegedly told Tackett that he would wait outside all night until she came out, which led to her going outside to Holley’s car. Tackett said the two drove back to Holley’s apartment complex and she tried to run away, but was stopped when he grabbed her and threw her over his shoulder. Tackett said she attempted to punch Holley, but he slapped her hand away and hit her in the head with his palm, which caused her to hit her head off his front door. Holley took her inside to give her ice, but didn’t allow her to look at the bruise before he drove her home, Tackett said. Tackett said that after being persuaded by friends, she went to the health center later that day. She was diagnosed with a concussion. Tackett was cross-examined by Defense Attorney George Keith, who began by asking questions about the timeline of Holley and Tackett’s relationship. Tackett said her no-contact order was first broken when one of Holley’s teammates appeared at her apartment with items from earlier in their relationship.
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Center: Kent State junior forward Jordan Korinek goes for the layup at the M.A.C. Center on Wednesday. Angelo Angel / The Kent Stater
It was at this point that the prosecution tried to have the charges dropped — something that Portage County Court Judge Laurie Pittman denied. Holley took the stand following the witnesses’ testimonies. He spoke about Tackett herself, described their initial meeting, friendship and eventual relationship. Holley then said they hit it off after that but that she broke his trust first when he found out that she had saved the name of her ex-boyfriend in her phone under a different name. Holley and Tackett eventually started dating in September 2015, but broke up in January 2016, which was a decision that Holley put on himself, citing an incident where Tackett was drinking alcohol on campus. Holley said he started Nov. 2 off by showing up at Tackett’s apartment where she told him that she was going to stay in that night. Holley was then going through Snapchat stories later that night and saw her at Panini’s drinking. Holley then called Tackett, who invited him over to her apartment. Holley made it to her apartment, where she hung up on him, which made Holley want to leave, but he got three quarters of the way home before deciding to go back to Tackett’s apartment. Holley then threw a water bottle at Tackett’s
window in an attempt to get her attention. He said Tackett got into his car without incident and they stopped at Chase Park. Holley said Tackett wanted to go back to her apartment and she then tried to get out of the moving car, so Holley reached across and grabbed her, which led to her hitting her head off both side windows. He said Tackett also tried to grab the steering wheel and stomp on the gas pedal. He also grabbed her keys and phone, knowing that she would not want to leave the car without those. The pair eventually made it back to Holley’s apartment, where he said that Tackett started to walk away from him so he got her in a bear hug and started walking to his apartment with her, where she then slapped him. Holley said he gave her some ice and they stayed in his apartment for about 10 minutes before he took Tackett back to her apartment. The state concluded Wednesday’s trial by asking if the jury could rule on lesser-included charges — abduction, unlawful restraint and simple assault. Pittman said this would be resolved on Thursday. hpalatte@kent.edu See the full article on KentWired.com.
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