Kent State University-Graduate College

In partnership with Career Exploration and Development, we are excited to offer Graduate Career Peer Drop-in sessions again. These sessions are a way for you to get help with quick questions about programs and careers, resume and cover letter critiques, accessing and navigating Handshake, increasing your networking skills, learning interviewing tips, and more!

Sessions will be offered on Tuesdays in University Library 314 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Join us as your schedule allows and know we are here to help you with all of your career needs!⁠

Each drop-in visit will typically last about 10-15 minutes. You are welcome and encouraged to attend multiple drop-in sessions throughout the semester.⁠

Fall 2024 Graduate Student Orientation has arrived! We can't wait to meet you. Check in for orientation will begin at 7:30 a.m. in the Kent Student Center Ballroom lobby. For the complete schedule and any additional information, visit the Graduate College website: https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/gso-schedule.

Meet Lara Shigo, a Graduate College Fellow and doctoral student in the Exercise Physiology program. To learn more about Lara's favorite places in Kent, what she enjoys doing in her free time and what advice she has for incoming graduate students, visit the Graduate College website: https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/graduate-college-fellow-lara-shigo.

Meet Oluwaferanmi Akinyemi, a Graduate College Fellow and master's student in the Geography program. To learn more about Oluwaferanmi's favorite places in Kent, what he enjoys doing in his free time and what advice he has for incoming graduate students, visit the Graduate College website: https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/graduate-college-fellow-oluwaferanmi-akinyemi.

Meet Maham Khan, a Graduate College Fellow and doctoral student in the English program. To learn more about Maham's favorite places in Kent, what she enjoys doing in her free time and what advice she has for incoming graduate students, visit the Graduate College website: https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/news/graduate-college-fellow-maham-khan-0.

Meet Karli Miller, a Graduate College Fellow and master's student in the Higher Education Administration and Student Affairs program. To learn more about Karli's favorite places in Kent, what she enjoys doing in her free time and what advice she has for incoming graduate students, visit the Graduate College website: https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/news/graduate-college-fellow-karli-miller.

Meet Adedayo Adeagbo, a Graduate College Fellow and doctoral student in the Sociology program. To learn more about Adedayo's favorite places in Kent, what she enjoys doing in her free time and what advice she has for incoming graduate students, visit the Graduate College website: https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/news/graduate-college-fellow-adedayo-adeagbo.

Meet Jesmin Akter, a Graduate College Fellow and doctoral student in the Sociology program. To learn more about Jesmin's favorite places in Kent, what she enjoys doing in her free time and what advice she has for incoming graduate students, visit the Graduate College website: https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/graduate-college-fellow-jesmin-akter.

The Write Place returns this Fall in University Library 314 on Thursdays from 12-3 p.m. beginning August 29. In collaboration with the Writing Commons, a graduate writing consultant will be present during every session to assist students as needed. Students are welcome to join whenever they are able!

Join us for an opportunity to meet new students and learn more about various office and resources across campus at the Graduate College Resource Fair on Thursday, August 22 in the Kent Student Center Ballroom from 1-3 p.m.

Are you a new graduate student this fall? Join us for Graduate Student Orientation on Thursday, August 15 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Kent Student Center Ballroom. Whether you are a full- or part-time student, pursuing a master's or doctoral degree, GSO is for you! Don't miss the opportunity to learn about university resources and network with other new graduate students, along with representatives of Kent State's faculty, staff and administration. For additional information, please visit the Graduate College website: https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/gso.

All graduate student instructors and teaching assistants (TAs) are invited to join us on Friday, August 16, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. for TA Training! This TA Training is open to all graduate student instructors and teaching assistants who may benefit from learning more about their teaching roles and responsibilities. Whether you are the instructor of record, the TA for a science lab, or anything in between, we invite you to join us for this TA training to learn more about best practices and where you can turn for additional support, as needed.

Learn more and register here: https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/ta-training.

The College of the Arts is currently seeking a graduate intern to assist with implementing college-wide and DEIA Strategic Plans for Fall 2024. One of the key initiatives this role will support is the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) Community Gathering. Additionally, this position will serve on the College of the Arts DEIA Steering Committee. The position will require a commitment of 10 hours per week and begin the week of August 19 and end the week of December 8. If you are interested in this role, please send your resume and cover letter to Marquis Davis ([email protected]).

Are you a graduate assistant in need of health insurance? Visit the DeWeese Health Center website for more information regarding policy information and premiums: https://www.kent.edu/deweese/ship.

Looking for food pantries on campus or in the community? A guide has been created to make navigation easier. For more information, visit the links below.
- Flashes Food Pantry: https://www.kent.edu/carescenter/food-security-resources
- Flashes Fighting Hunger: https://www.kent.edu/community/flashes-fighting-hunger
- Akron Canton Pantry Locator: https://www.akroncantonfoodbank.org/agency-schedule

Looking for writing support this summer? The Writing Commons has two graduate writing consultants available until August 11 to assist you! To sign up for a consultation, visit the Writing Commons website: https://www.kent.edu/writingcommons/graduate-consultations.

The Summer 2024 Research Writing Retreat for Graduate Students will be held on June 28 and 29! The retreat will run from 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. on Friday, 6/28 and 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday, 6/29. The retreat will be in the University Library Garden Room (1st floor).⁠
One day of retreat is $20 and two days is $30. ⁠
Register for the retreat: https://kent.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_29rCtaBYXAClXHo.
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KSU will commemorate Juneteenth with a community celebration that combines the rich history of Black Americans with an assortment of festivities. The Juneteenth Jubilee will be held on Tuesday, June 18 from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. on the Student Green/Risman Plaza. For additional information, visit: https://www.kent.edu/juneteenth.

Kent State University has entered into an agreement with United Healthcare Student Resources to make a student health insurance plan available. All qualified Graduate Assistants are eligible to enroll in this plan. The University subsidizes 70% of the cost of the insurance premium for qualified graduate assistants. Graduate Assistants are responsible for 30% of the cost.⁠
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Policy Year: The student health insurance plan year is from 8/1/2023 through 7/31/2024.⁠
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On-line enrollment for this health insurance plan is a TWO-STEP process:⁠
Step 1: Complete the on-line application process via the link below.⁠
Kent State University will verify your eligibility. This may take up to two business days, or longer if the graduate appointment cannot be verified. You will receive an e-mail from UHCSR confirming your eligibility with instruction on how to complete step 2 and submit premium payment.⁠
Step 2: Follow the directions in the UHCSR e-mail to submit your premium payment. Payment can be made via credit card or e-check. Enrollment in this health insurance is NOT complete until UHCSR processes your payment.⁠
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Faculty, staff, students and community members are invited to submit a panel, roundtable, paper or workshop for the Reimagining the Academy Conference. Proposals may be submitted through Monday, June 3. The conference will take place Friday, September 20 through Saturday, September 21 at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Virtual engagement opportunities will also be available. Visit the conference website to learn more:
https://miamioh.edu/transformational-inclusive-excellence/reimagining-the-academy/
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Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Graduate Student Senate (GSS) Executive Board! Thank you to the current board for the hard work and dedication as well. To learn more about GSS, visit the Graduate College website:
https://www.kent.edu/graduatecollege/graduate-student-senate

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Congratulations to this year's recipient of the Graduate College Advancing Equity Award, Tara Weixel! Thank you to those of you who submitted nominations.

Join the Graduate College for the final cohort meeting of the year on Friday, May 3 from 2:30-4 p.m. in University Library 320. We will have snacks and a movie for you to enjoy. Hope to see you there!⁠
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Congratulations to the graduate students who were selected as award recipients for the Graduate College’s Fifth annual FlashPitch Competition! Thank you to all those who participated and submitted a FlashPitch.⁠
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- First Place: Shayna Morrison, Sociology and Criminology⁠
- Second Place: Ayusha Paul, Physics⁠
- Third Place: Aishwarya Mukundan Nair, Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics⁠
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Check out the fun and educational events we have planned for you this May. Hope to see you soon!⁠

A huge shoutout and love to all the amazing souls who made it to Graduate College's End of Year Celebration where we celebrated the graduate student community on making it through another amazing year. We had food, giveaways, various yard games, and the opportunity to "dunk" our very own Graduate College Dean, Dr. Manfred van Dulmen! ⁠
Hope you had a great time....swipe to see what we did there!⁠
Until next time, stay awesome!⁠

🔔IRC Finals Study Event🔔⁠
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The IRC is having a study event to prepare for finals week! The event is next Tuesday, April 30th from 3-5 p.m.!⁠
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Freedom Paws dogs will be there! Join us for light snacks! A tutor will be available too!⁠
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The Graduate College Cohort will be accepting things till the end of Spring 2024 semester, 5th May 2024, in University Library 314 to create a time capsule that will not be opened until 2044. If you are interested in participating, please bring a non-perishable object that can be placed inside the time capsule. Participants will also have the opportunity to write letters to people in the future. Non-perishable objects can include artwork, media (like CD's, books, music), letters, and any personally customized items, like mugs, photographs, stuffed toys, etc. ⁠
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The Division of People, Culture and Belonging is hosting a clothing drive for Earth Month April 22nd-26th! Collection bins will be located in the lobbies of Heer Hall, the Student Center and the Library. We are asking for gently used clothing to be donated to give back to the Kent community!⁠
Please note, the Heer Hall donation bin will be located at Earth Fest on Monday, April 22nd.⁠
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For questions regarding this event, contact Katie Mattise [email protected] or Madison Massey [email protected] ⁠
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Special Accommodation Requests:⁠
Kent State University is committed to making its work environment, programs and activities accessible to those individuals with disabilities.⁠
For employee, faculty and staff accessibility needs contact the Office of Compliance, Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, at 330-672-2038 or [email protected]. ⁠
For student accessibility needs contact the office of Student Accessibility Services, at 330-672-3391 or [email protected].⁠
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The Moore Center is searching for a summer intern!⁠
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The summer intern will assist with the Moore Center’s summer programming efforts, assist with administrative duties, and represent the Moore Center to incoming students and families! This is a wonderful opportunity to get experience in a higher education office setting, gain valuable professional development, and learn how to plan events and programs! There is also the opportunity for this internship to extend into the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters. ⁠
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