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2016-2017 Winter Weather Advisory Information

Dear Members of the 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Community:

As Northeast Ohio continues to enjoy a beautiful fall season, we all know that winter will soon arrive. One of our responsibilities as senior vice presidents of the university is recommending cancellations and closures due to severe weather.

While the safety of our people is our priority, in general, the university does not close or cancel classes because of cold weather, winter ice and/or snow. However, there are those rare occasions when weather conditions may delay or cancel classes, or close the Kent Campus. (Note: 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University’s Regional Campuses will follow the general guidelines below, but each campus makes its own decisions based on weather conditions near their campuses.)

When snow and/or ice threatens, or extreme cold prevails, we expect to announce our actions by 5:30 a.m. for morning and all-day cancellations, 10 a.m. for afternoon classes and 3 p.m. for evening classes. In general, our decision will be guided by the condition of major roadways leading to campus, by the condition of campus roadways and sidewalks, and by our ability to shovel our parking lots. For extreme cold, we will delay or cancel when the wind chill reaches (or is predicted to reach) -20 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period. 

There are three ways to learn about delays, class cancellations or campus closings:

  • Flash ALERTS message and FlashLine email. You can subscribe to Flash ALERTS at www.kent.edu/flashalerts.
  • 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ website. (A red bar containing an announcement will appear on the top of the home page if there is a cancellation or closing.)
  • Television and radio broadcasts. 

Below are additional points to keep in mind:

  • When classes are canceled, university services remain open. This means that staff members are expected to report to work as usual.
  • Employees and commuting students should always use sound personal judgments regarding the safety of their travel when deciding whether or not to report to work or classes. Students must arrange to make up missed work promptly; university leave policy governs the reporting and recording of work absences.
  • Students in special classes, such as clinical rotations, should consult with their dean on the appropriate procedures for an early morning delay or cancellation.
  • A closing order from the Governor’s Office applies to state office buildings and other state employees in the field. Colleges and universities do not fall into this category.

Please be safe as you travel this winter, and go Flashes!

Todd Diacon
Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost

Mark M. Polatajko
Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration

Inspired by Brother, 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Student Leads in Weathervane Playhouse Production

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Senior integrated language arts major Maxwell Rees (right) was inspired by his brother, who is on the autism spectrum, in the role of a 15-year-old boy with the same diagnosis in a Weathervane Playhouse production. (Photo credit: Aimee Lambes Photography)

For Maxwell Rees, portraying a teen on the autism spectrum in the Weathervane Playhouse production of "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime" was more than just being in the spotlight; it was about shining a spotlight on autism and its effects on individuals, their families and the community.

Mary G. Parker Selected as 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ’s Vice President for Enrollment Management

Following a national search, 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University has selected Mary G. Parker, Ed.D., as its inaugural vice president for enrollment management. Dr.

Increase Your Impact During Our Monthlong Giving Tuesday Celebration

Throughout the month of November, alumni, employees and friends of 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University have the opportunity to make a tremendous impact on the lives of our students and on our university.

 

On Nov. 1, the university launched the 2018 Giving Tuesday campaign. Like last year, Giving Tuesday 2018 is a monthlong event, providing an expanded timeframe for giving, additional giving options and more occasions to have gifts matched.

91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Alumni Association Seeks Nominees for Alumni Awards

The 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University Alumni Association invites faculty and staff to nominate deserving alumni for the 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University Alumni Awards.

 

91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Opera Presents Opera Scenes in November

The 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University Opera Scenes annual fall production will feature a premier of an original opera produced by a student. The Opera Scenes production consists of two opera scenes and the one-act performed by students on Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 18 at 3 p.m. in the Wright-Curtis Theater in the Center for the Performing Arts. This year’s scenes are centered on the theme Marriage: Inside Out and depict telling moments in the lives of various marriages. 

Applications Sought for 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Wellness Seeds of Wellness Mini-grants

Do you have an idea for a collaborative initiative to promote health and wellness on campus? Are you planning a project or an initiative that supports 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University’s mission to become a model for a healthy campus?

 

Video: The Year in Review for 2017-18

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Highlights from the past year at 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University

This year in review video, which was shown during the 2018 State of the University Address, provides highlights from 2017-18. 

VIDEO: State of the University

91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Trumbull Earns Junior Achievement Volunteer Award

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Dan Palmer, Ph.D. (center), assistant dean of academic affairs and Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley board member, accepts the 2018 Volunteer Organization of the Year Award at Junior Achievement's annual recognition breakfast.

Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley has named 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University at Trumbull its 2018 Volunteer Organization of the Year.  

 

Dan Palmer, Ph.D., assistant dean of academic affairs and Junior Achievement of Mahoning Valley board member, accepted the award at Junior Achievement's annual recognition breakfast. 

 

91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Distinguished Teaching Award Recipient Values Mentoring Students

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David Kaplan (center), professor in the Department of Geography, is one of three educators honored with the Distinguished Teaching Award, the highest teaching award a tenured or tenure-track professor can receive.

Many professors have certain influences that inspire them to teach. For David Kaplan, Ph.D., professor in 91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ University's Department of Geography, that inspiration comes from his father.

Facilities Maintenance Training Program Grows Our Own Employees for Skilled Positions

91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ is tapping in to its talent pool of workers already employed by the university to meet the shortages of skilled maintenance workers.

Two-way Traffic Restored to Summit Street Construction Area

Two-way traffic has been restored to Summit Street throughout the construction zone. Johnston Drive also is open to motorists.

The roundabout at Ted Boyd/Johnston Drive is operational at this time. A video is available to explain how to navigate a roundabout, whether you are in a car, on a bike or walking.

Possible Power Interruptions on Kent Campus on Veterans Day Holiday

The Kent Campus may experience power interruptions due to turbine testing on Friday, Nov. 11.

91Ï㽶ÊÓƵ generates a large portion of the power used on the Kent Campus. The university will be testing the turbines to check on the reliability and operation of control and distribution systems. This exercise tests the turbines’ ability to power the Kent Campus without being connected to the Ohio Edison power grid.

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