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May 4th Task Force The Truth Demands Justice!

Raising awareness among Kent State students, faculty, and the general public about the May 4th shootings and its aftermath, and planning events that honor and foster the legacy of justice and democracy on our campus.

10/12/2026

For today’s May 4th Monday, we’re sharing a video of Emerson student Saipok Mu as he reflects on learning about the events of May 4th in a class taught by Gregory Payne

In the coming weeks, we plan to share videos courtesy of our friends at Emerson College.

This May 4th Monday, we remind you that voter registration in Ohio ends on October 5. There are important issues on the ...
09/28/2026

This May 4th Monday, we remind you that voter registration in Ohio ends on October 5. There are important issues on the ballot in Kent, so we urge you to get registered and make your voice heard!

This May 4th Monday, we have some rare photos from the weekend of May 4th, 1970.1 and 2. Photos of the crowd gathered on...
09/21/2026

This May 4th Monday, we have some rare photos from the weekend of May 4th, 1970.

1 and 2. Photos of the crowd gathered on the Commons on May 1st.
3. The speakers on the Victory Bell on May 1st.
4. A photo of the National Guard on May 3rd.

All photos from the Kent State University Library’s Digital Archives.

Curious to learn more about May 4th? The Task Force is showing Fire In the Heartland, a documentary about the tragedy, o...
09/14/2026

Curious to learn more about May 4th? The Task Force is showing Fire In the Heartland, a documentary about the tragedy, on September 22 in the Students Center. Free snacks and drinks will be provided. We hope to see you there!

08/31/2026

Our first May 4th Monday of the year! If you like our videos, don’t forget to come to our meetings, too! We look forward to seeing you tomorrow ☮️

Remember to join us in Taylor Hall room 126 on Tuesday at 6 PM for our very first meeting of the year! ☮️💛💙
08/29/2026

Remember to join us in Taylor Hall room 126 on Tuesday at 6 PM for our very first meeting of the year! ☮️💛💙

Unlike last year, the Task Force will hold meetings in Taylor Hall this year. We hope to see you at our first meeting, a...
08/23/2026

Unlike last year, the Task Force will hold meetings in Taylor Hall this year. We hope to see you at our first meeting, and long live the spirit of Kent and Jackson State ☮️

We want your videos! Use the link in our Instagram bio to send us your answer to the question “What does the Task Force ...
08/12/2026

We want your videos! Use the link in our Instagram bio to send us your answer to the question “What does the Task Force mean to you?” and be featured on our socials!

To everyone who has supported the Task Force this year:We would like to thank you for continuing to honor the legacy of ...
05/05/2026

To everyone who has supported the Task Force this year:

We would like to thank you for continuing to honor the legacy of May 4th in these troubling times. The things we’ve achieved this year with the help of our community ensure the Task Force will never fade. At yesterday’s commemoration, students, alumni, and others united to remember the lives lost on May 4th 1970. We thank you for attending and hope to see you next year. Long live the spirit of Kent and Jackson State ☮️

Sincerely, the May 4th Task Force

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