Faculty/Staff News Now

C-CAT is the CARES Center Action Team, which includes faculty, staff and student volunteers from across the university system; all are welcome. Monthly meetings are held virtually via Teams; Spring semester meeting dates are on Fridays (Feb. 27, March 27, and April 27 from 12:15 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.). C-CAT members select from one of the four subcommittees/workgroups, which include: volunteer recruitment, business and donor connections, developing social media campaigns, and creating resources for fully online students.

Appointments are still available for the February biometric screenings, so be sure to book yours today. These “Know Your Numbers” health screenings are for full-time, benefits-eligible employees as part of the employee wellness rewards program. Screenings will apply to Tier 1 incentives. Make an appointment for your health screening by logging into the Be Well portal.

Making time to pause, reflect and realign your personal and professional goals is an investment in your future. Leaders who foster a sense of belonging in the workplace are often powerful advocates for employees engaging in professional development. Please encourage your team and colleagues to register for Reflect, Refocus, and Reinvest: Setting Personal Goals and Maximizing Your Tuition Benefits on Thursday, Feb. 25 at 3 p.m. This virtual, interactive workshop is designed to support employees’ access to institutional benefits and other resources.

Main Street Kent is seeking new design proposals for the KENT sign, a public art piece located on N. Water St. in downtown Kent, just before the Fairchild bridge. The original goal of the public art project was to create a unique structure that receives a “new look” every year or two, to showcase a variety of artists’ work over time. Main Street Kent is seeking submissions for artwork to fill the inside of each letter. The chosen artist will be compensated $1,000 and their artwork will be installed in Spring of 2026. Submit proposals here by Feb. 28.