Custodial crew leader, Housekeeping, Residence Services
Residence services, Kent campus
Colleagues say it was a lucky day for Kent State University when Karla Dohse joined the staff 22 years ago. She brings care, knowledge and a strong work ethic to her daily tasks and leads by example in all that she does. Dohse knows the value of first impressions and is dedicated to making sure the Kent State experience is the best it can be for students and parents as well as faculty and staff.
Students know they can reach out to her for the things they need, and her co-workers value her experience and the knowledge she shares. Dohse is considerate and caring, always wearing a smile to work and remembering co-workers’ birthdays and other special occasions. Her supervisors report that working with her has made them better at their jobs and say her work is essential to enhancing the Kent State experience for our students.