In The News
Now in its 16th year, the “Great Colleges to Work For” program is a national survey that recognizes institutions that get top ratings from faculty and staff for building great workplace practices and policies. On or around Mar. 4, an invitation to take the Great Colleges to Work For survey will be distributed to a random selection of our employees and faculty members, meaning you may or may not be chosen to provide feedback.
Consider donating to United Way of Portage County today. Kent State, as the largest non-profit employer in the county, is a critical source of resources for the impactful work of United Way. Needs continue to be unprecedented as Portage County navigates the impacts of COVID-19, and the current economic challenges faced by the community.
On Friday, Mar. 3, the 鶹ѡGolden Flashes Men's Basketball team closes out their season as they host bitter rivals, the University of Akron Zips! Faculty and staff get discounted tickets to the game, but act fast, as the only remaining seats are in General Admission.
The 鶹ѡEmployee Benefits team was recently made aware of a retirement scam. Beware of any emails from a business entity called “An Easy Retirement.”
Faculty and staff reaching milestone years of age 65, 70, and 75 with group and supplemental life insurance policies through Securian Financial will receive notice of plan reductions based on reaching a milestone year.
Human Resources and partner BeWell Solutions are pleased to announce the 2023 events for the Wellness Your Way rewards program. Webinars, health screenings and wellness challenges are available for registration now.
Payroll announces when you can expect your w2 tax form, winners from the raffle for opting into electronic tax forms, and more!
Human Resources announces additional “Know Your Numbers” biometric screenings on Feb. 8 and Feb. 21 in Heer Hall Room 107, Kent Campus. There are appointments from 7:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Times are filling up quickly so register today!
We are offering “Know Your Numbers” biometric screenings on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, in Heer Hall Room 107, Kent Campus. There are appointments from 7:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Times are filling up quickly so register today!
The self-identification process helps 鶹ѡunderstand the composition of our diversified workforce, improve accessibility and disability inclusion efforts, support allocation of resources for Employee Resource Groups and evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment and advancement initiatives. Consider being counted!