Faculty/Staff Resources
Here you will find resources relevant to Kent State faculty and staff. If you cannot find what you are looking for, have any questions, or have suggestions for additional resources, please contact the LGBTQ+ Center at lgbtqsc@kent.edu or (330) 672-8580. We are here to help!
Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, operates under the following mission statement: Kent State University is committed to the creation and nurturing of a diverse community of individuals through inclusive excellence. Diversity involves recognizing the value of differences and the inclusion of all members of the community including those who experience discrimination or underrepresentation.
Learn more about the Division of DEI
Spectrum: Connecting LGBTQ+ & Ally Faculty and Staff
An organization focused on providing a social community for LGBTQ+ and Ally faculty and staff at Kent State University. Any open-minded individual is welcome to join!
Domestic Partner Benefits
Kent State University offers domestic partner benefits to eligible employees. The benefits will extend to both same gender and opposite gender partners of university faculty, unclassified employees and unrepresented classified employees.
Learn more about Domestic Partner Benefits
Mental Health Resources and Support
The new Mental Health Resources and Support website is live! Here, you’ll find all mental health and well-being services that support the Kent State University community across any of our campuses and abroad. This site will help you identify support for yourself or others and empowers you with educational resources.
Learn more about Mental Health Resources
Chosen Name and Pronouns
Creating and embracing an inclusive environment is important to the mission of Kent State University. The link below provides you with basic information regarding what chosen names and pronouns are, why we use them, and how to use them correctly and respectfully.
Learn about Chosen Name & Pronouns
University Library's LGBT Life
LGBT Life is a library resource that provides indexing and abstract coverage of the world's literature regarding Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender issues. Disciplines covered include civil liberties, culture, employment, family, history, politics, psychology, religion, sociology and more.