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Savor the flavors of campus life at Kent State. With multiple dining locations and cuisines, you’ll always find something to suit your appetite.

Home is where your Kent State story begins. Live in a dynamic, supportive environment that sets the stage for success.

The Ombuds can provide conflict management and related professional development for departments, divisions, and other faculty and/or staff groups. The Ombuds will meet with the group leader to understand the needs of the group and design a training that meets those needs.

The Ombuds can meet with departments, divisions, and other faculty and/or staff groups to provide general information and answer questions about the services they provide.

Occasionally, a situation can benefit from a facilitated conversation between both people involved. This process is always voluntary for all participants. The Ombuds will begin with individual visits with both participants to determine if mediation/facilitation is the right approach. 

The Ombuds can provide team consultation to assist teams or departments to improve communication and cooperation among team members. 

The Ombuds is available to assist individuals with improving skills to handle conflict and difficult conversations in a constructive way. This may include help with a specific situation or general skill development. 

This is an informal visit with the Ombuds to discuss the details of your situation, get information and/or referrals, and consider possible next steps.

Art is a major part of the Kent State community, and the university provides tons of student-­run exhibitions and events throughout the year.