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Vicumpriya (Vic) Perera
Associate Professor
Mathematical Sciences
Trumbull Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Teaches Mathematics and Statistics courses at the Trumbull Campus & Coordinates Developmental Mathematics for Trumbull Campus.
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Vicumpriya (Vic) Perera
Associate Professor
Mathematical Sciences
Trumbull Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Teaches Mathematics and Statistics courses at the Trumbull Campus & Coordinates Developmental Mathematics for Trumbull Campus.
WORKED AT KENT STATE…
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Mark George
Custodial Worker
Custodial Services
Geauga Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Clean academic and administrative buildings.
WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:
July 2010
EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY:
Caravan Knight Facilities Management
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Mark George
Custodial Worker
Custodial Services
Geauga Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Clean academic and administrative buildings.
WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:
July 2010
EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY:
Caravan Knight Facilities Management
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Christine Fernandez
Emergency Services Dispatcher
Police Services
Kent Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Receive and process all calls for service and emergencies on campus and in Brimfield Township.
WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:
July 2018
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Christine Fernandez
Emergency Services Dispatcher
Police Services
Kent Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Receive and process all calls for service and emergencies on campus and in Brimfield Township.
WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:
July 2018
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Woo-Yang Kim
Associate Professor
Biological Sciences
Kent Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Research and teach neurobiology. My lab studies brain development related to generating cognition, social behavior and emotion. We are particularly interested in pathogenesis…
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Woo-Yang Kim
Associate Professor
Biological Sciences
Kent Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Research and teach neurobiology. My lab studies brain development related to generating cognition, social behavior and emotion. We are particularly interested in pathogenesis…
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Richard Thomas
Sr. Electronic Technician
Engineering Technology
Tuscarawas Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Maintain and repair all equipment within the department, help students and faculty resolve mechanical and technical issues, and find ways to improve the…
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Richard Thomas
Sr. Electronic Technician
Engineering Technology
Tuscarawas Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Maintain and repair all equipment within the department, help students and faculty resolve mechanical and technical issues, and find ways to improve the…
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Darcy McBride
Academic Services Coordinator
Student Services
Stark Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
I primarily work with students with disabilities. I also provide support for Kent Stark’s tutoring programs.
WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:
February 2018
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Darcy McBride
Academic Services Coordinator
Student Services
Stark Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
I primarily work with students with disabilities. I also provide support for Kent Stark’s tutoring programs.
WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:
February 2018
EMPLOYMENT PRIOR…
Nominate a Colleague for the Heather E. Adams, Woman of Impact Award
In recognition of the accomplishment and impact of Heather E. Adams, former Executive Director of Women's and Gender Centers, nominations are being accepted for this award in her honor. This is an incredible…
Nominate a Colleague for the Heather E. Adams, Woman of Impact Award
In recognition of the accomplishment and impact of Heather E. Adams, former Executive Director of Women's and Gender Centers, nominations are being accepted for this award in her honor. This is an incredible…
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Order Your Gratitude Graffiti Kit by March 22!
At a time when we are distracted by so much, it is important for us to stop and take a moment, or two, throughout the day to reflect on the aspects of life we are grateful for...however big or small.
Order Your Gratitude Graffiti Kit by March 22!
At a time when we are distracted by so much, it is important for us to stop and take a moment, or two, throughout the day to reflect on the aspects of life we are grateful for...however big or small.
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Get re-energized at our Spring Rec and Play Day on Fri., April 5, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Come for as long as you can.
During Rec & Play Day, you'll have an opportunity to pick and choose from a variety of…
Get re-energized at our Spring Rec and Play Day on Fri., April 5, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Come for as long as you can.
During Rec & Play Day, you'll have an opportunity to pick and choose from a variety of…
Rec and Play Day Returns to Launch Us Into the On the Move Challenge 2019!
Get re-energized at our Spring Rec and Play Day on Fri., April 5, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Come when you can for as long as you can!
During Rec &…
Rec and Play Day Returns to Launch Us Into the On the Move Challenge 2019!
Get re-energized at our Spring Rec and Play Day on Fri., April 5, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Come when you can for as long as you can!
During Rec &…