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In response to numerous requests from within the university community, the Division of Human Resources is sponsoring the ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ and Community Partners Hurricane Relief Supply Drive from Oct. 1-20.  You can donate much-needed supplies to provide comfort and support to communities across the south affected by recent hurricanes and subsequent floodwaters. Your contributions will go a long way toward making sure individuals and families get back on the road to recovery. Please donate only the items listed below. Collection items needed: ...

Employees are encouraged to attend the Open Enrollment and Wellness Fairs held on all ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ campuses. Each fair will include information about 2018 healthcare plan offerings and information on how all full-time, benefits-eligible employees can earn up to $300 in wellness rewards by participating in a variety of healthy lifestyle activities. In addition, representatives from Medical Mutual, Anthem, CVS Caremark, IMPACT Solutions, Be Well Solutions, PNC Bank and several other partners will be available at each campus fair. The Open Enrollment...

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ is excited to present the Fall Employee Wellness Speaker Series: Reigniting Your Light. The series kicked off on Sept. 26, and there are two more upcoming topics. We hope that you will join us for these remaining presentations:  Oct. 10 â€“ Laurel Greene Kaiser, LISW, will discuss the role of resiliency in all aspects of life and how we can become more resilient at any age. Ms. Kaiser also will share how improved resiliency helps one to develop greater optimism, confidence and motivation. Register for in-person session Register...

It's that time of year again! As part of the Wellness Your Way employee incentive program, all full-time, benefits-eligible employees are invited to attend an on-site health screening (you do not have to be covered by the university-sponsored health plan to take advantage of this on-site service). Screenings conducted between Sept. 27, 2017, and April 30, 2018, will go toward the employee Tier One requirement for 2018 incentives, putting you well on your way toward your first $150, which will be paid out in February 2018.  Remaining Onsite Screening Dates and Registration If yo...

Join us for the fall disc golf clinics. Each clinic will provide information and skills on how to play disc golf on ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ's 18-hole disc golf course at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center.  The rules of disc golf will be discussed, and participants will go through an orientation of the course before practicing. Discs will be available for free rental, and approximately three holes will be played to work on long-distance, mid-range and putting shots. Times will vary to optimize opportunity for various schedules. You will find some clinics starting at 12:...

International students smile for the camera as they arrive to a warm welcome from ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ volunteers.

ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ's Office of International Student Affairs welcomed new international students enrolled this academic year by organizing airport pickups. ÌÇÐÄVlogÆÆ½â°æ volunteers greeted the new students and helped them move into their new homes.                      ...

Most of the Kent Campus Buildings in Good Condition, but a Handful Need Attention

POSTED: Sep. 28, 2017

The master planning team completed a comprehensive understanding of the function and condition of buildings.  Building were assessed through three lenses:

  • Facility conditions: The functionality of physical building systems.

  • Academic utilization: How well the building’s classrooms and teaching labs are scheduled.

  • Educational Adequacy: How well the building’s classrooms and teaching labs are outfitted for modern instruction.

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The Beauty of the Kent Campus is Characterized by its Open Spaces and Topography

POSTED: Sep. 28, 2017

One of the more striking features of the Kent Campus is its setting.  Stands of mature trees are located throughout campus, with the front campus being the largest and most prominent. Open areas allow for informal recreation, celebration, and protest.  Significant wetlands are east of Loop Road.

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While Largely a Pedestrian Campus, Vehicles and Parking Make Walking Difficult in Some Locations

POSTED: Sep. 28, 2017

The Kent Campus is largely a pedestrian campus, despite its linear form.  It’s a mile from the College of Architecture and Environmental Design to Stewart Hall.   The Esplanade helps to unite the south edge of campus and provides excellent wayfinding.  PARTA transit helps connect the campus core to distant parking, Dix Stadium, and the Allerton Sports Complex. 

Yet vehicles intrude into the pedestrian environment in two ways. There are multiple conflict points between pedestrians and vehicles, most prominently along the Esplanade.

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