Welcome to Kent State University!
Congratulations on your new role at Kent State. We are excited to begin your orientation and onboarding process.
The modules below are designed to provide valuable insight and information as you navigate your first year of employment. You will be automatically invited to the following sessions during your first year of employment, but please use the table below to explore the entire program!
Please contact HR Training & Development at hrd@kent.edu if you have any questions.
New Hire Orientation & Onboarding
Once you've accepted your position, you will automatically be registered for the next available New Employee Orientation. Orientation is broken into two sessions:
Session One: WELCOME
Past: The history of Kent State University
- Our History
- Carol Cartwright: First Female President of a State University
- Black History Month Started Here
- May 4, 1970, and its Impact on Kent State
Present: Who are we today
- University Leadership Structure
- Strategic Roadmap: Our Priorities, Vision & Mission
- Kent State Footprint: Local, Regional, Worldwide Presence
Future: Where are we going and where do you fit in
Getting started as a new employee
INTRODUCTION TO BENEFITS
- Overview of available benefits and important deadlines
- Overview of optional benefits
- Overview of Employee Wellness programming
Now that you've settled in and completed orientation, it's time to begin the rest of your onboarding.
Your next session is LAUNCH, a hybrid-format training where we focus on all your technology and cybersecurity needs. You may attend this session virtually or in person.
In this session we will cover:
- Using FlashLine
- Using Teams
Kent State is continually striving to make sure that all employees are respected, engaged and included. Each day we work to build a culture of belonging.
Your next module is an BUILD, where we will highlight the following:
- One
- Two
- Three
Whether it's networking and career development or simply enjoying time with colleagues, as a Kent State employee you have access to so much! To quote one of our Orientation hosts, "If you only come to work, then leave, you're doing it wrong."
Join us for the ENGAGE session, where we will highlight programs and resources available to all employees, such as:
- Employee Resource Groups
- Recreation and Wellness Center
- Golden Flashes Athletics
- One
- Two
- Three
When in doubt, be sure to check out the University Event Calendars. Sort by location, look for events specific to faculty and staff, and more!
At this point in your first year of employment, you might be ready to start thinking ahead.
In our BOOST session, learn what tools and resources you have available to you for career development and growth. Explore topics like:
- Career pathing
- Learning opportunities
- Tuition waiver
As part of our robust selection of offerings at Kent State, there some ways to give back. We strive to make an impact on the community, region, and world!
Join us for INSPIRE, where we focus on:
- Civility
- Getting involved with student organizations
- Volunteer Opportunities
- And more!
You're at an excellent place in your first year of employment at Kent State! Let's take this opportunity to make sure you know all you need to know, and make some connections with your fellow new hires.
Join us for EXPLORE, where we will:
- Make connections with other new hires.
- Address any questions you may have at this point.
Congratulations, you've been here for one year!