The Kent State community planted more than 100 trees in the Climate Change Grove to help offset the university鈥檚 carbon footprint and provide a way to research the effects of climate change in our immediate environments. Located behind the Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center, the grove was created through a partnership between University Facilities Management and the Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences. The trees have been planted by Kent State staff, students, alumni and other volunteers. Image The grove is a re...
Kent State is proud to participate in Campus Sustainability Month throughout October. This annual event, hosted by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), celebrates higher education sustainability achievements while raising awareness of the value of sustainability in higher education. Learn more. ...
Please be advised that the Kent Campus date was misprinted on the Open Enrollment postcard that was sent to benefits-eligible employees. The information below is correct and up to date. Don鈥檛 forget that the Open Enrollment period for the 2023 plan year will be Oct. 17 at 8 a.m. to Nov. 4 at 4:59 p.m. Open Enrollment is the only time during the year when you can change your benefits (except for a qualifying event). During Open Enrollment, Kent State employees can do the following: Enroll in, change or drop medical, dental or vision plans. Add or r...
Online final grading for Fall 2022 First Seven Weeks (POT W1) begins Monday, Oct. 10, via FlashFAST. Grading is also now available for any Fall 2022 course section that was flexibly scheduled. The deadline for grading submission is midnight on Sunday, Oct. 16. Any final grades for Fall 2022 courses not reported in FlashFAST by the grades processing deadline will have to be submitted using the Grade Change Workflow. These Fall 2022 courses will be available in the Workflow on Tuesday, Oct. 18. Submit Final grades using Final Grades roster To submit final grades via the Fina...
Flu season is approaching, so sign up today for your flu vaccine. University Health Services and Employee Wellness offer an assortment of appointment types to fit all schedules. University Health Services Flu Vaccine Clinics Two Flu Vaccine Clinics are available this Fall. Schedule online or call DeWeese Health Center at 330-672-2322 to schedule your appointment. Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022 Kent State Library, 2nd Floor 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022 Kent Student Center Ballroom - Benefits Open Enrollment Fair 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Flu vaccine...
This large and ancient, cutleaf beech tree, Fagus sylvatica 'Asplenifolia,' growing near the old carriage house by the 黑料网 Women's Center, is older than Kent State. The tree has been dated to be at least 200 years old by a certified Ohio arborist, who is part of the Kent State Tree Advisory Board. The date coincides with the establishment of the original homestead on the property where the Williamson House now stands. In 2019, when construction of a three-tier parking deck was proposed for this site as part of ...
黑料网 faculty and staff members can purchase discounted tickets to the Homecoming football game on October 1! Pre-ordering faculty/staff tickets can save you 40% compared to purchasing tickets at the gate. This discount is good for all home football games and other select sports. To receive this discount, log in to the main Ticket Office home page using your university email and you will see the 鈥淜SU Faculty/Staff鈥 ticket option for the relevant events. 黑料网 faculty and staff members receive a discounted pre-sale 鈥淎dvance Ticket鈥 for all ho...
The Division of Human Resources is pleased to announce a new partnership with Experian Verify for employment verification. Employees in the process of buying a home, applying for a loan or completing a Public Service Loan Forgiveness application now have access to Experian Verify, which provides essential, cost-effective employment and income data in a timely manner. Experian Verify is a leading national provider of employment verification solutions for employers, making the employment verification process seamless, secure and fast. Employees needing employment or income verification sho...
It was recently announced that the inaugural Kent State Anti-Racism Conference will be held Oct. 6-7. The sessions listed below are eligible for Beyond Compliance credit for faculty and staff, who must complete two hours of Beyond Compliance credit each fiscal year. Learn more about Beyond Compliance here. To register for these sessions, and to learn more about the entire conference, see the Anti-Racism Conference schedule. Registration is required for the Keynote Address. Faculty and staff are invited to encourage students to register as well, as this event is open to all of Kent Stat...
As the Kent Student Center celebrates its 50th year, it is bringing back one of its most iconic venues: the Rathskeller! The Rathskeller is located in the lower level of the Kent Student Center. The reopening allowed for a new partnership with Tahini Mediterranean Cuisine, a local food truck establishing itself as a brick-and-mortar location on campus. Kick off Homecoming Weekend by joining us to celebrate the re-opening of the Rathskeller and the grand opening of Tahini, located within the space! Appetizers and discounted drinks will be available Friday, Sept. 30 from 4-7 p.m. ...