Alex Newnes came to Kent State University uncertain about her future. One academic year later, the now-sophomore from Willoughby has found her direction through service, leadership and self-discovery. Newnes, who entered through the university's Exploratory program, has been selected as an exploratory mentor and FLASH 101 instructor for next year. She also completed a life-changing mission trip to Costa Rica during spring break. "I didn't want to say I was undecided," Newnes said. "I said that I was gonna travel the world and help people, and I've just kind of been like using that as...