Updated Monday, March 16, 2020:
Coronavirus/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.
- View Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Kent State's Modified Spring 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.
BACHELOR of NURSING CLINICAL ROTATIONS
Effective March 13, 2020, all College of Nursing (BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD) clinicals are suspended until April 13, 2020 at which time we will re-evaluate. This includes the BSN at regionals (Stark, Trumbull, Geauga and Salem). For those of you who anticipate a May graduation, we are working to ensure that your graduation will be on time. College of Nursing Students please contact Dr. Tracey Motter (BSN Kent Campus) at 330-672-8784 or Dr. Wendy Umberger (MSN/DNP/PhD Kent Campus) at 330-672-8813.
UNIVERSITY OPERATIONS
- COLUMBIANA CAMPUSES:At 5 p.m. on March 16, 2020, Kent State East Liverpool and Salem are closed. Essential services will be performed remotely.
- KENT CAMPUS: As of March 16, at 5 p.m., the Kent Campus has reduced nearly all campus operations until further notice. Only a limited number of employees will be asked to report to their campus. Areas requiring at least a minimal physical presence on campus include health services, public safety, information technology, residence services, dining services, mail services, facilities and a few research laboratories. Units designated for on-campus service will operate with limited staff in rotation. OnMarch 17, most buildings will be locked.
- Employees should discuss their work requirements with their supervisors.Findinformationabout working remotely
- Residence halls at the Kent Campus will close on March 20, at 5 p.m. Access check out requirements and special arrangements.
- March 15 information aboutan employee at Kent State who has been in close proximity to a person who tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). This employee is in isolation for 14 days and is being tested for COVID-19.These measures are in effect. Read the full email.
ACADEMIC RESOURCES
- Remote instruction for students, including access instructions and technology resources, is atwww.kent.edu/keeponlearning.
- Remote instruction resources for faculty may be found atwww.kent.edu/keeponteaching.
- For technology issues, contact TechHelp by either submitting a support ticket or viaLive Chat with support staff. You can also call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 330-672-HELP.
CAMPUS EVENTS
- Events scheduled for all campus locations are canceled to avoid creating large gatherings. No additional spring semester events will be scheduled.
- Decisions regarding spring commencement and the Kent Campus May 4 50th Commemoration activities will be made at a later date.
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 3-6 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
Additional information can be found here:
We take all of these steps to ensure the health and safety of our campus community and to be proactive in an effort to prevent illness while continuing the academic mission of the university.
We will continue to monitor the outbreak and will align our recommendations with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization and other city, state and federal agencies.
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