Belonging Initiatives


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Accessibility Matters at Kent State

Kent State University is committed to making its physical and digital environments accessible and inclusive for all individuals.

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Chosen Name and Pronouns

Here you will find basic information regarding what chosen names and pronouns are, why we use them, and how to use them correctly and respectfully.

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Climate Study

Kent State University seeks to create and maintain a welcoming and inclusive campus environment that respects individual abilities, differences, needs and potentials. The climate study offered students, faculty and staff the opportunity to describe their personal experiences, and observations and to offer suggestions for change to help enhance the campus climate.

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Dialogue and Difference

Dialogue and Difference: A New Understanding is an ongoing initiative that will engage our Kent State University community and advance our core values of freedom of expression, respect, and kindness in all that we do.

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Employee Accommodation Request

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 2008, Kent State University provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities who require them to effectively perform the essential function of their position, or to participate in or benefit from the employment process.

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Reimagining the Academy Conference

Kent State University and Miami University have joined forces to form a collaborative conference: Reimagining the Academy. This new alliance will allow the universities to come together for one conference that will share expertise and leverage their strengths.

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Report Discrimination or Harassment

The mission of the Office of Compliance, EOAA is to ensure equal access to employment and educational opportunities in support of the university's commitment to equal opportunity, affirmative action, and diversity.

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