Integrated Health Care
Kent State is committed to pursuing interdisciplinary health care education to better prepare health care professionals.
Fostering Collaboration for Real-World Impact
Today’s complex healthcare challenges requires collaboration across disciplines. Kent State will bring together its programs in Nursing, Public Health and Podiatric Medicine to create an integrated educational model that reflects how care is actually delivered. Students will learn side by side, gaining interprofessional experience that strengthens communication, understanding of health care systems and patient-centered care. This will result in graduates who are better prepared on day one to collaborate effectively, improve outcomes and lead in an evolving healthcare landscape.
Meeting Workforce Needs in Ohio and Beyond
As the state of Ohio and beyond faces a growing shortage of nurses, public health professionals and specialized providers such as podiatrists, the integration of health care education at Kent State will yield graduates ready to address these shortages and challenges. can expand its educational effectiveness. Philanthropic support will help the university respond more quickly and strategically to these urgent needs, ensuring communities have access to the skilled professionals they depend on.
Creating Healthier Communities Through Research and Outreach
Housing these disciplines together creates powerful new opportunities for community-based research, preventive care and health equity initiatives. Donor investment allows Kent State to expand partnerships that address real-world challenges, particularly in Ohio's underserved and rural communities, and transform research into action to deliver measurable improvements in community health.
Support Integrated Health Care at Kent State
Your generosity will take allow Kent State to transform the educational model for the next generation of health care professionals. Your investment will allow for state-of-the-art resources and technologies that amplifies the impact of integrated learning.
To discuss a potential gift that benefits Integrated Health Care at Kent State, please contact Corey Hukill at chukill1@kent.edu or 330-672-8753.
To make a gift now or to explore Kent State health care funds, visit our giving portal.