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Students Discover Disc Golf Course

Students Discover Disc Golf Course

In Kent, Ohio a recent addition to Kent State University’s campus is helping students get active in a new, unique way. Michael Lopick is here to tell us how disc golf is giving students a fun method to blow off steam between classes. [bbrvideo width=”475″]BBR_S2_LOPICK_DISC[/bbrvideo]     Kent State University grew again with the addition of Flash Drive, a new disc golf course open to students and the surrounding community. The course, which had its grand opening on Sunday, Sept….

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New technology brings a global aspect to a local 5K

New technology brings a global aspect to a local 5K

In Kent, Ohio a new technology promises to ensure students away for the weekend don’t miss the annual Bowman Cup 5K, a favorite Kent State University homecoming tradition. Michael Lopick is here tonight to tell us how the 5K’s “virtual” option has the potential to change organized races forever.   [bbrvideo width=”475″]BBR_S1_LOPICK_BOWMAN[/bbrvideo]   This year, Kent State University is using a new technology to make sure all current and former Flashes have the opportunity to participate in the Bowman Cup…

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Virtual Option Adds New Twist to Old Race

Virtual Option Adds New Twist to Old Race

In Kent, Ohio a new technology used by a local 5k has the potential to change marathons forever. Michael Lopick is here tonight to tell us how Kent State University brought running to the digital age.   [bbrvideo width=”475″]BBR_P5_LOPICK_VIRTUAL[/bbrvideo]   Each year on the morning of homecoming the Kent State community gears up for the annual Bowman Cup 5K. In the past, if you happened to be out of town, you’d be out of luck, but now, with the help…

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Students Excited for 5K Honoring KSU President

Students Excited for 5K Honoring KSU President

[bbrvideo width=”475″]BBR_P4_LOPICK_5K[/bbrvideo]   With Kent State’s Homecoming quickly approaching, many students are preparing to tailgate, while others are gearing up for their own test of athleticism. Early Oct. 18, the morning of Homecoming, students, faculty, community members and alumni will flock to the Student Recreation and Wellness Center to participate in the 14th Annual Bowman Cup 5K Race. The race, which attracts more than 700 participants, honors the memory of KSU’s fifth president, Dr. George Bowman. Bowman presided over the…

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