At Kent State University, we are committed to the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff. In an effort to ensure everyone's safety and wellness, we're moving the TKS orientation experience online.
Student Success Programs is dedicated to supporting your transition to the university as well as your academic success as a Kent State student. This is an exciting time and we want to ensure you have a welcoming and informative introduction to the campus as a new Golden Flash!
Register For Transfer Kent State
OPTIONAL: Register for KSU Live! Transfer Student Orientation
OPTIONAL: Register for KSU Live! Parents and Families Orientation
BONUS! Learn More About Campus Connection!
After your TKS Advising Appointment:
Transfer students enrolled in an FYE course; you will be added to the 2021 Common Conversations course in Blackboard to submit your required reflection. You will submit your reflection in your specific FYE folder.
Learn More About Your Required Common Conversation Reflection Here
Transfer students not enrolled in an FYE course are strongly encouraged to participate in this experience using the TKS KickStart modules (Module 6).
Transfer Kent State (TKS) is an orientation program for all incoming transfer students to the Kent Campus. Registration for fall 2021 admitted students is open.
TKS consists of the following:
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TKS KickStart: required online orientation modules customized for transfer students that can be completed at any time.
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A virtual academic advising appointment that takes place during your scheduled TKS date.
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KSU Live! Parent and Family virtual orientation. This is an optional experience catered to help parents and families support their student's transition to Kent State. Learn More
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KSU Live! virtual orientation for students. This is an optional experience for transfer students to meet other incoming Golden Flashes and learn more about Kent State. Learn More
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BONUS! Campus Connection. This is an optional opportunity for new Golden Flashes who would like an enhanced in-person experience during the summer. Learn More
Next Steps:
After you register for TKS keep an eye on your mailbox; a special Welcome Kit will be coming your way!
Get connected with us on your favorite social platforms for exclusive opportunities for new Golden Flashes!
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Follow @KentStateSSP on IG, Twitter, Facebook and Tik Tok throughout the summer.
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Share your excitement and unboxing of the Welcome Kit with us on your favorite social platforms.
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Be sure to use #Welcome2KSU and tag @KentStateSSP and @KentState for your chance to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card. (There will be multiple winners throughout the summer.)
If you have questions email transfer@kent.edu and check back for more up-to-date TKS information.
Visit BlackBoard Learn and complete the TKS KickStart modules prior to the start of classes.
The modules will introduce you to important resources such as academic advising, the GPS degree audit system, financial aid and scholarship information, technology requirements and opportunities for campus involvement and leadership. Use your Flashline credentials to log into BlackBoard using the link below. If you are unfamiliar with Blackboard, please visit the Information Technology website for detailed information.
Orientation Dates for students admitted for fall 2021.
The date you choose to register for is the day you will have your virtual academic advising appointment. Advising appointments are scheduled 48 hours in advance of your TKS date, so it is highly recommended to choose a date in which you have the most availability between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Appointments usually last between 60-90 minutes for transfer students.
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Date |
Day |
Location |
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April 23, 2021 |
Friday |
Remote |
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May 12, 2021 |
Wednesday |
Remote |
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May 21, 2021 |
Friday |
Remote |
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June 7, 2021 |
Monday |
Remote |
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June 14, 2021 |
Monday |
Remote |
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June 21, 2021 |
Monday |
Remote |
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June 28, 2021 |
Monday |
Remote |
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July 9, 2021 |
Friday |
Remote |
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July 23, 2021 |
Friday |
Remote |
Prior to your scheduled TKS date:
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Begin completing your TKS KickStart modules.
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It is strongly encouraged to complete all modules before your scheduled TKS date.
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You can refer back to TKS KickStart at any time throughout your entire first year as needed.
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Review your Graduation Planning System (GPS) degree audit in your Flashline account.
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Complete all required placement assessments indicated by your student checklist.
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If you need to change your major, call the Admissions office at 1-800-988-KENT.
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Your virtual advising appointment time will be communicated at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled TKS date.
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Check your kent.edu email for the actual time of your virtual advising appointment and a meeting link to join via Microsoft Teams. (meeting times vary for different students based on your major and meeting links cannot be shared between students)
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Advising appointments take place between 9:00 a.m. - 4: 00 p.m. (EST) and typically range between 60-90 minutes for transfer students.
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During your advising appointment, you will meet with an academic advisor to develop your fall semester course schedule and register for classes.
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At the time of your virtual advising appointment:
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Access the Microsoft Teams meeting invitation sent to your kent.edu email.
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Please allow flexibility around your advising time. Advisors will connect with you at or shortly after your advising time due to prior advising appointments.
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Be logged in to your FlashLine account.
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Have information regarding any current coursework readily available to share with your advisor.
Kent State University is committed to student success.
Programs that require math and/or foreign language will require students to complete a placement assessment (personal calculators are not permitted). See your Next Steps Checklist in Flashline for assistance in determining which placements are required.
Transfer Kent State is for Parents and Families too!
The office of Student Success Programs (SSP) is here to see both students and their families through the Transfer Kent State (TKS) New Student Orientation experience. Although required for all new transfer students, TKS is optional, but strongly recommended for any individual who will be helping to support a student during their Kent State journey.
In order to best support your student through their transfer process, we recommend taking the following steps that have been specifically customized for you:
Step 1: Register for KSU Live! Parent and Family Orientation
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This two-hour virtual live show will equip you with essential information and resources that will help you to best support your student.
Step 2: View the Kent State Resource Hub
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At Kent State, we have an abundance of support and resources for all students and sometimes it’s just a matter of knowing where to look.
Step 3: Join the Parent and Family Association
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The Parent and Family Association will inform you of what is happening on campus and what opportunities are available to help your student enhance their campus experience. You can also sign up for a monthly newsletter.