Coronavirus Updates - Tuscarawas

We know this is a confusing time for many as we are staying at home as much as possible. Please know that Kent State Tuscarawas faculty and staff are continuing to support our students and local community by working remotely. To reach departments by phone or email use the contacts below. You may also contact us at infotusc@kent.edu or 330-339-3391.

TUSC ADDITIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION

• Assistant Dean’s Office: 330-308-7454, kwatt@kent.edu
• Business & Administrative Services: 330-308-7426, racox1@kent.edu
• Business & Community Services: 330-308-7434, csupers@kent.edu
• Academic Advising: 330-308-7425, ldonley@kent.edu
• Admissions: 330-308-7460, cnign@kent.edu
• Dean’s Office: 330-308-7423, crbarker@kent.edu
• Engineering Technology: 330-308-7475, pdykshoo@kent.edu
• Financial Aid: 330-308-7486, jmaure13@kent.edu or 330-308-7474, cwalke5@kent.edu. Schedule a virtual appointment with financial aid.
• Library: 330-308-7456, cbronkar@kent.edu
• Nursing: 330-308-7451, jelappin@kent.edu
• Network Services: 330-308-7465, helpdesk-tuscarawas@kent.edu or 330-672-HELP
• Performing Arts Center: 330-339-6400, dmitch33@kent.edu
• Small Business Development Center: 330-308-7522, dmspence@kent.edu
• Tuscarawas County Historical Society: 330-308-7494, www.tuschs.org
• Veterinary Technology: 330-308-7415, khusto4@kent.edu
• You can find specific faculty and staff members by using the online phone directory.

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PLANNING FOR THE REOPENING OF CAMPUSES

Kent State is moving to the next phase as to how we can safely reopen campus with an eye on this upcoming academic year. The Kent Campus is planning to resume residential living and in-person classes in August, and we are developing several scenarios to ensure an outstanding and safe experience for our students, faculty and staff.

View Reopening Plans

 TUSC - CAMPUS VISIT form for employees

Faculty and staff planning to return to campus will need to complete the campus visit form before entering the building. This will allow for contact tracing in the event of an outbreak of the COVID-19 virus on campus, and will give us a clear picture of who may be involved.

Campus Visit Form

Connect with Trained Counselors 24/7

Ohio toll-free CareLine: 1-800-720-9616

National Disaster Distress Line: 1-800-985-5990 or Text TalkWithUS or Hablanos to 66746, TTY: 1-800-846-8517

Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) and RecoveryOhio

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

KENT STATE'S MODIFIED SCHEDULE

Kent State applauds Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s proactive approach to keeping our state safe during the ongoing spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). On March 12, Gov. DeWine banned all indoor and outdoor events with more than 100 attendees and provided the estimate that the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ohio will likely peak between late April and mid-May. 

As such, we will extend remote instruction of face-to-face summer courses that begin before July 9.

• Summer offerings during Intersession (May 14-June 3), Summer I (June 4-July 8) and Summer II (June 4-July 29) will be held by remote instruction (synchronous and asynchronous) only. Moreover, any other scheduled summer course that begins before July 9 will be delivered through remote instruction only.
• Most Summer III (July 9-Aug. 12) and other courses that begin on July 9 or after by late May will be held remotely, although some in-person classes will be held.
• Kent State University has made the difficult decision to cancel all study abroad (international) and study away (domestic) trips scheduled for summer 2020.

Kent State Provides Initial Guidance For Return To Campuses

TUSC CAMPUS & KENT CAMPUS OPERATIONS

 
TUSC CAMPUS: 
At 5 p.m. on March 16, 2020, Kent State Tuscarawas closed until further notice. Essential services are being performed remotely. Employees should discuss their work requirements with their supervisors.

KENT CAMPUS:

• Residence halls are closed as of March 20, at 5 p.m.
• On March 17, most buildings were locked.
• On March 16, at 5 p.m., Kent State reduced campus operations until further notice. Only a limited number of employees will be asked to report to their campus. Areas requiring at least a minimal physical presence on campus include health services, public safety, information technology, residence services, dining services, mail services, facilities and a few research laboratories. Units designated for on-campus service will operate with limited staff in rotation.
• Employees should discuss their work requirements with their supervisors. Find information about working remotely

TUSC STUDENTS - KEEP ON LEARNING

Under unusual and difficult circumstances, your instructors and campus staff are working hard to make sure your education has as few interruptions as possible.

Face-to-face classes are being offered via remote instruction. The learning management system, Blackboard, will be the primary platform used for delivering your class remotely. Your instructor may choose to deliver synchronous (real-time) video-conferences or may post content for you to read or watch asynchronously.

• Remote instruction for students, including access instructions and technology resources, is at www.kent.edu/keeponlearning.
• In need of a laptop? Contact Cherie Bronkar at the Tuscarawas Campus Library as soon as possible. Email cbronkar@kent.edu. Equipment is limited.
• Review free internet service options.

TUSC FACULTY - KEEP ON TEACHING

• Remote instruction resources for faculty can be found at www.kent.edu/keeponteaching.
• For technology issues, contact Network Services by either emailing helpdesk-tuscarawas@kent.edu or calling 330-308-7465 and leaving a detailed voicemail.

TUSC STAFF - KEEP ON WORKING

• Remote working resources for staff can be found at www.kent.edu/keeponworking.
• For technology issues, contact Network Services by either emailing helpdesk-tuscarawas@kent.edu or calling 330-308-7465 and leaving a detailed voicemail.

TUSC ACADEMIC ADVISING

• During this time, academic advisors will assist students remotely. Schedule an appointment through KSUAdvising. Be sure to include a phone number in the comments so that your advisor can call you at your appointment time.
• For assistance, email infotusc@kent.edu.

TUSC TUTORING SERVICES & WRITING CENTER

• Online tutoring is available at etutortingonline.org.
• Online math and accounting tutoring can also be scheduled through Microsoft Bookings.
• Access the Writing Center services by emailing tuscwritingcenter@listserv.kent.edu with the subject heading “Paper for OWL from...”

REVISED GRADING OPTIONS

Between now and the end of the semester, students may opt to take courses on a Pass/Fail basis.

• This includes undergraduate and graduate courses.
• There are some situations in which a program has a grade requirement for a prerequisite course, a program course or licensure requirement, and in such cases, the course may not be taken Pass/Fail.
• Please discuss this with an advisor before taking action in order to best understand the consequences of taking a course for Pass/Fail.
• Taking a course for Pass/Fail will not impact your grade point average (GPA).
• You will receive credit for the Pass grade and no credit for the Fail grade.
• The Pass (Y) grade and Fail (Z) grade will be posted on your transcript.
• Note: College Credit Plus (CCP) students are not eligible to take courses on a pass/fail basis.
• Find additional details for revised grading options.

TUSC CAMPUS EVENTS / COMMENCEMENT

• Events scheduled for all campus locations are canceled to avoid creating large gatherings. No additional spring semester events will be scheduled. 
• Kent State is postponing all Spring Commencement ceremonies and pre-commencement celebrations. We are exploring alternate options and dates. More information will be provided at a later date.
• Updated March 23: Kent State University regretfully announces cancellation of the May 4 50th Commemoration Weekend events, scheduled to take place May 1-4, 2020. View additional details.

CONTINUE TO TAKE PREVENTATIVE MEASURES

It is imperative that we take steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19:

• Avoid large gatherings and follow physical distancing recommendations of 3-6 feet.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
• Avoid touching your mouth, nose and eyes.
• Cover coughs and sneezes with your arm or a tissue.
• Avoid exposure to others who are sick.
• Stay home while you are ill (except to visit a healthcare professional) and avoid close contact with others.
• Get adequate sleep and eat well-balanced meals to ensure a healthy immune system.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
• Coronavirus FAQS, as addressed by Kent State University in response to university community

Additional information can be found here:

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Ohio Department of Health

We take all of these steps to ensure the health and safety of our campus community and to be proactive in an effort to prevent illness while continuing the academic mission of the university.

We will continue to monitor the outbreak and will align our recommendations with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization and other city, state and federal agencies.

VIEW KENT STATE CORONAVIRUS/COVID-19 UPDATES & FAQS

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