Voices Inspiring Better Engagement (VIBE)

 

Voices Inspiring Better Engagement (VIBE) serves as a divisional resource to enhance employee engagement by sharing ideas, information and communicating on issues and topics.

VIBE serves as an advisory body to the Senior Leadership Team and provides vital support and capacity for developing, implementing, tracking progress and assessing impact of initiatives undertaken by the Division.  Please note that the group meets twice per month.

Our Mission

  • Serve as an advisory group for all divisional staff members to the Senior Leadership Team
  • Act in an advisory capacity to the Senior Leadership team on existing and emerging policies, procedures, and activities
  • Enhance communication and engagement throughout the division and within departments
  • Provide staff with an effective way to inquire, connect, and promote success
  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives designed to cultivate employee engagement
 

 

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Issue 1 Dec 2025  

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Who We Are

Below is a list of the Voices Inspiring Better Engagement (VIBE) committee members and their respective contact information.

Email:  thevibe@kent.edu to contact the committee

Committee memberemail addressDepartment
Laura Berielberie@kent.eduAccounts Payable
Anna Eland (Secretary)aeland3@kent.edu University Facilities Management
Meagan Blake (Vice Chair)mblake19@kent.edu Parking Services
Noah Bowsernbowser3@kent.edu University Budget
Donna Craver-Deandcraver2@kent.edu Repair of Buildings
Marie Keene-James (Chair)vkeenej@keknt.edu Bursar's
Joshua Millerjmill358@kent.edu Receiving and Distribution
Vance Voylesu316@police.kent.edu Police Department
Faith Whitefwhite11@kent.edu Controller's