I want to connect to the Kent State Community
Throughout your employment at Kent State, you will have the opportunity to connect and engage with other employees, take on leadership and volunteer roles, and more.
Freedom of Expression and The Rock
The Rock is more than a campus tradition. It is one way Kent State students can share ideas, show support, express concerns, celebrate community, and take part in the university’s commitment to freedom of expression.
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I'm Looking for Self-Paced Trainings
Learn on your own. As a Kent State employee, you also have access to a variety of personal and professional development through select vendors and partners
I'm Looking for Personal and Professional Development
Learn with us! The Learning, Engagement and Belonging team hosts and facilitates a variety of sessions designed to enhance your personal and professional development.
What if a Message on the Rock is Concerning to Me?
Because The Rock is a space for open expression, you may sometimes see a message that feels upsetting, offensive, or concerning. If that happens, here are a few steps you can take:
Greetings everyone, and welcome to the start of Academic Year 2026–2027!I hope you had a chance over the summer to rest, recharge, spend time with family and friends, travel, or simply do something that wasn't related to your email inbox!There is truly something about the beginning of a new academic year that feels like a reset; a chance to take stock of where we are, think about where we want to go, and begin again with a new group of students and new possibilities.This year feels particularly significant for us. We are beginning the year as the College of Sciences and Humanities. ...
What's Not Allowed
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Key Expectations
Paint the whole Rock so each message has its