Angela Neal-Barnett, Ph.D. (right), is pictured at the Doula and Community Expo hosted by Birthing Beautiful Communities in April 2024. (Photo provided by Angela Neal-Barnett)

Angela Neal-Barnett, Ph.D., professor in Kent State University’s Department of Psychological Sciences, is committed to giving Black mothers and their infants and children not only a better chance to survive but also the skills and support they need to thrive. Known affectionately as Dr. Angela in the communities that she serves, Neal-Barnett has been working diligently to build up the Spirit of Motherhood program throughout the Greater Akron area, a multilevel, multigenerational intervention program with the goal of reducing trauma and stress symptoms experienced by its pregnant Black mother p...

Outcomes

Communication

Decisions are communicated through the student’s KSU email account. If they are a former student we ask that the student provide the best phone number and personal email address, which will be verified. A mailing address may also be included.

Incomplete Petitions

Incomplete petitions may be returned to the student. 

Copies

Students are responsible for retaining copies of any and all materials submitted to the Office of the University Registrar. Paperwork will not be returned to you. Medical and sensitive documentation is shredded after the review process. We do not forward documents to other offices. You must make copies if you intend to use materials for another process.

Refunds

Review the Bursar’s website regarding tuition credits and Bursar Refund Appeal process. An approved drop or withdrawal through the petition for exception to registration process does not mean that the student is eligible for a refund.

Bursar Account

Any registration activity may have an effect on your student account. Please contact the Bursar’s office to inquire about any charges or fees that may be assessed due to a registration request. Dropping a course and adding a different section of the same course does not mean that additional fees will not be assessed.

Financial Aid

If you are a recipient of financial aid and scholarships, we advise that you contact the office of Financial Aid to discuss any implications if this petition is approved. Approval may affect current and future financial aid awards. It could result in repayment of financial aid received. It may also affect your eligibility to retain insurance coverage.

Advising

We strongly encourage students to discuss their academic progress and options with their academic advisors. We also encourage students to communicate any questions, concerns or options regarding coursework with their instructors.

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