Grow at Kent State: KSU Resources

University Organizational Structure
Academic Structure
Administrative Structure
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KSU and Other Links of Interest To Faculty
Academic Quality Improvement Project (AQIP)
Every college or university participating in AQIP is required to create and maintain a Systems Portfolio, a concise description of the organization's fundamental systems for getting its work done and its goals accomplished.
American Association of University professors (AAUP)--Kent Chapter
American Association of University Professors (AAUP) is a national organization of faculty, founded in 1915, which "defends academic freedom and tenure, advocates collegial governance, and develops policies ensuring due process." Some chapters, like the Kent chapter, are collective bargaining chapters.
Centers and Institutes
Kent State University is proud to host 79 centers and institutes – each of which supports the institution’s teaching, research and public service mission in its own unique way.
College of Continuing Studies
The College of Continuing Studies (CCS), one of Ohio's leading centers for lifelong learning, extends the resources of Kent State University to students of all ages through professional development, personal enrichment, and other outreach programs.
Copyright Resource Page
These pages are meant to serve as a guide to important information regarding copyright, copyright laws, intellectual property rights, patents and other related and important issues.
Councils and Committees
Kent State University councils and committees provide faculty and staff with current information pertaining to issues and topics related specifically to the university's mission.Imagine, you are employed at one of Ohio's top universities with resources that can make your job a part of the best experiences of your life.
Curriculum Services
Curriculum is a chief asset of the university, one that helps define our institution's unique character. Because curriculum remains healthy through change, it maintains the value of programs for our students.Curriculum development and maintenance is the responsibility of faculty. Curriculum Services is responsible for analyzing, facilitating and monitoring proposed changes and the implementation of those changes as approved by governing bodies.
Faculty & Staff Web Home
The faculty and staff of Kent State University contribute to this diverse community in numerous ways – each bringing unique skills, talents, experience and knowledge that fulfill some aspect of the larger university mission. Kent State offers a variety of services and resources to assist faculty and staff in their professional and personal lives.
Faculty Senate
The Faculty Senate is the faculty governing body for Kent State University.  It is primarily concerned with matters of university educational policies, curriculum, academic and professional standards, and the establishment, discontinuance and major alteration of academic programs.  The senate also possesses shared responsibilities and advisory responsibilities.  In addition, the Faculty Senate may consider other matters pertaining to the welfare and mission of the university.
Faculty Professional Development Center
The Center mission is to support faculty in their many forms of scholarship and professional work. This includes, but is not limited to, teaching, research and creative activity, and service.
Human Resource Development
A commitment to learning is expected of all employees at Kent State University.  This page is designed to help you find learning solutions that meet your needs. The university provides a wide variety of opportunities to increase your knowledge and skills.  There is something for everyone ... from new employees to experienced university personnel. 
Information Services
The Division of Information Services is dedicated to providing an empowering systems and technological environment that enables Kent State University to meet the competitive challenges of the future. The people in Information Services are committed to providing students, faculty and staff with leadership and support to effectively use information technology to transform and improve the quality of teaching, learning and research.
Research Center for Educational Technology
The Research Center for Educational Technology (RCET) was founded in 1999 to provide a collegial network for university researchers and K-16 educators committed to studying the impact of technology on teaching and learning. RCET offices are located in northeast Ohio on the campus of Kent State University in the Moulton Hall Learning Technologies Center.
Recreational Services
As a wellness benefit to the employees of Kent State University, a portion of each faculty/staff member's own membership is paid for by the university. Couple this benefit with the Department of Recreational Services' great rate benefits for faculty/staff, your membership is extremely economical. (And don't forget the convenience of paying for your membership through payroll deduction!)
Scholar-Link
A site that is totally devoted to connecting scholars with international interests, experience, and skills.
University Policy Register
The University Policy Register is a compilation of relevant University policy, Administrative policy, Operational procedures and regulations and governing documents of Kent State University.