Kent State’s Coronavirus Response
COVID-19 Questions
- If you have questions regarding Coronavirus/COVID-19 please call 1-833-4ASKODH (1-833-427-5634) or email coronavirus@kent.edu.
- Kent State University's One Stop for Student Services is taking calls to answer questions and concerns at 330-672-6000.
University Emails Telemedicine & Virtual Visits Remote Resources
Kent State's Modified Spring & Summer Schedule
Kent State applauds Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s proactive approach to keeping our state safe during the ongoing spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). On March 12, Gov. DeWine banned all indoor and outdoor events with more than 100 attendees and provided the estimate that the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ohio will likely peak between late April and mid-May. As such, we will extend remote instruction of face-to-face courses for the remainder of this semester.
To slow transmission of the virus and consistent with recommendations from state health authorities to limit large gatherings and practice social distancing, Kent State is taking the following preventative and proactive actions:
- March 10-15: Face-to-face classes canceled.
- March 16-20: Classes will be held via remote instruction.
- March 23-29: Spring break will occur as scheduled.
- March 30-End of Spring Semester: Classes will be held via remote instruction.
- Summer offerings during Intersession (May 14-June 3), Summer I (June 4-July 8) and Summer II (June 4-July 29) will be held by remote instruction (synchronous and asynchronous) only. Moreover, any other scheduled summer course that begins before July 9 will be delivered through remote instruction only.
- For questions about summer courses, students should contact the department chair or faculty member of the course.
- We will continue to monitor the progression of COVID-19 and make a decision about Summer III (July 9-Aug. 12) and other courses that begin on July 9 or after by late May.
Remote Resources
- Student remote access resources: www.kent.edu/keeponlearning
- Faculty remote instruction resources: www.kent.edu/keeponteaching
- Staff remote instruction resources: www.kent.edu/keeponworking
- Technology support:contact TechHelp via support ticket or Live Chat with support staff; or call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 330-672-HELP.
Reminders
- Campus events scheduled for campus locations through July 4 are canceled to avoid creating large gatherings. No additional on-campus spring semester or early summer events will be scheduled.
- Kent State students, faculty, staff, parents and friends are invited to tune into the virtual Spring Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9, at 11 a.m. EDT at www.kent.edu/commencement.
- An in-person commencement will be hosted when deemed safe.
- Kent State University regretfully announced the cancellation of the May 4 50th Commemoration Weekend events, scheduled to take place on campus May 1-4, 2020.
- However, in keeping with the commitment to honor and remember the events of May 4, 1970, Kent State University will have an online “virtual” program to mark the 50th Commemoration with a variety of online videos, exhibits and learning resources. A variety of special content will be available on the May 4 50th Commemoration website beginning Friday, May 1. At that time, the website will also share details about a virtual candlelight vigil.
Continue to Take Preventative Measures
It is imperative that we take steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19:
- Avoid large gatherings and follow social distancing recommendations of 6 feet.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
- Avoid touching your mouth, nose and eyes.
- Cover coughs and sneezes with your arm or a tissue.
- Avoid exposure to others who are sick.
- Stay home while you are ill (except to visit a healthcare professional) and avoid close contact with others.
- Get adequate sleep and eat well-balanced meals to ensure a healthy immune system.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
- General coronavirus FAQS, as addressed by Kent State University in response to university community
- Ohio Department of Health Fact Sheet: How do you know if it is the cold, flu or COVID-19? (PDF)
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