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Recent DeWine executive order regarding telecommuting

A recent executive order signed by Governor DeWine requires that certain state employees return to in-person work by March 17. The Division of People, Culture and Belonging has consulted with the Office of General Counsel and the Office of Government and Community Relations and determined that this order does not impact the telecommuting arrangements of Kent State University employees at this time. Please be reminded that telecommuting arrangements must be on file with the Division of People, Culture and Belonging.

Understanding Payroll Tax

Feb 07, 2025

For your convenience, the Controller’s Office has put together the following information to help you better understand your payroll taxes.
Payroll taxes are taxes that are paid on your wages. These taxes are calculated and withheld from each pay. They are displayed in the Benefits, Deductions, and Taxes section of your Kent State pay stubs. There are four types of payroll tax that you may see on your pay stub.
Nominations open: Board of Trustees grad student

Nominate a graduate student to serve on the Kent State University Board of Trustees and help to ensure Kent State has a select group of candidates to submit to the State of Ohio Governor's Office for consideration. Applicant criteria are 18 years or older, a registered voter in Ohio, and can serve a 2-year term. The application form, resume and three letters of recommendation are necessary for completing an applicant's file. Nominations are due March 3 and complete applicant files are due March 10.
School’s Out Adventures (Grades K-5)

Spend the day off of school with the KSU Adventure Center TEAL program. TEAL stands for Trips of Experiential & Adventure Learning. Your child will take a trip to KSU to spend their day learning about themselves, others, and nature doing things like rock climbing, teambuilding, high ropes, making crafts, shooting archery, kayaking in our pool, and more! Activities will be age-appropriate (K-5th graders welcome) and hands-on. Bring a swimsuit, towel, lunch, and snacks.
Lead a short-term education abroad program

Are you interested in leading a short-term education abroad program over fall break, winter break, spring break, or the summer? Join us via Microsoft Teams to learn more about developing and leading a short-term education abroad program. The meeting will be on Friday, Feb. 14 from 3-3:30 p.m.
Bolivia Cultural Café

Join International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) and the Office of Global Education (OGE) for our first Cultural Café of the semester! This month, Patricia Terceros, a Doctorate student in Music Education, will be sharing about her home country Bolivia. Attendees will enjoy a free lunch featuring some delicious dishes from Bolivia and an informative presentation from Patricia about her home country.

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