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Smiling employees at an Employee Appreciation lunch
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Kent State University employees smile during the Employee Appreciation cookout held at the beginning of the 2021 Fall Semester
Kent State University employees smile during the Employee Appreciation cookout held at the beginning of the 2021 Fall Semester
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rainbow run participants pose for photo
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NRI Event with Dr. Lehman
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Kent State University employees smile for the camera during the annual Employee Appreciation Day event.
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Kent State University employees smile with university mascot Flash during the employee appreciation cookout held before the start of the 2022 Fall Semester.

You BELONG Here

Respect, kindness and purpose in all we do

We are committed to an inclusive environment for learning, working and living that creates a genuine sense of belonging. Explore our mission, vision and core values.

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  • Employee Resource Groups

    Employee Resource Groups

    The ERGs promote a culture of inclusion amongst Kent State employees through events and continued learning.

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  • LGBTQ+ Center

    LGBTQ+ Center

    KSU is an LGBTQ+ friendly college, promoting a safe and supportive campus that empowers students to thrive. Discover KSU’s dedication to the LGBTQ+ community.

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  • Diversity Education & Training Lab

    Diversity Education & Training Lab

    The DEI Education and Training Lab aims to foster and develop diversity and cultural capacity through awareness, knowledge and skills. 

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  • Equal Access

    Equal Access

    Equal Access works to encourage and empower individual, team and institutional efforts toward greater physical and digital accessibility.

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Explore additional resources that aim to serve staff, faculty and students in finding community support, building allyship and relationships, and providing information on professional development opportunities. 

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