Dear Golden Flashes, Our divisions of Human Resources and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion have merged as the Division of People, Culture and Belonging under the leadership of Vice President Amoaba Gooden. With a combined division, we have an opportunity to expand our reach and engage with students in new ways. Vice President Gooden is leading our new team as it elevates the work of both units with a focus on the well-being of people and organizational culture. Over the next few months, she will work with all university divisions and a process team made up of Kent State University community ...

If you drive distracted in Ohio you will be issued a ticket and penalty under a new law. The Driving while texting legislation, which was signed by Gov. Mike DeWine in January and took effect in April, makes it illegal to use or hold a cellphone or electronic device in your hand, lap or other parts of the body while driving on Ohio roads.    Up until this point, law enforcement has only been issuing warnings for distracted driving.  But now the penalties are:  First offense – a fine of up to $150 and two points on your license.  Second of...