Kent State University students across campus anticipate voting for the first time in a presidential election, prompting a mix of feelings ranging from excitement to anxiety.Kent State Today hit campus to talk to some students who are looking forward to making their voices heard in the upcoming election. Casting a ballot this year will mark a significant milestone in their journey as American citizens. Joey Gregorich, a political science major, has been eagerly awaiting heading to the polls to vote in a presidential election.“I’m a politics nerd. I always have been, so I finally actually g...
Inventory & SDS's
Chemical Inventory
KSU utilizes for tracking chemical inventory in all of it's laboratory spaces. Access to chemical inventory in spaces must be granted, in writing, by the owner of the laboratory space. If you need training on how to use CEMS, please see the Sr. Chemical Health & Safety Coordinator.
Disclaimer CEMS is only accessible on-campus or via VPN.
Incident Reporting
An incident is an occurrence, condition or situations that arises that has or could have resulted in injuries, illnesses, damage to health or fatalities. All incidents must be reported to (1) allow us to correct the situation and help prevent future occurrences and (2) allow us to document any injuries and seek treatment, if necessary. Report the incident ASAP to the Chemistry Stockroom and Chemical Health & Safety Coordinator. In case of an emergency, always call 911.
Hundreds of Kent State University students use bikes and scooters to get around the Kent Campus’ two hundred and fifty-three acres of land. With that in mind, keeping your bikes and scooters safe and available to you at any time is extremely important. As part of Kent State’s nationally recognized student support, Kent State police have a vested interest in keeping students and their belongings safe. Administrative Sergeant Tricia Knoles shared with Kent State Today some of the best practices for keeping bikes on campus safe and secure. “Just like many other college campuses, theft ...
Safety Policies
A Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) is a written program that outlines the policies, procedures, and responsibilities for protecting faculty, staff, students, and visitiors at KSU from the health hazards of chemicals in a laboratory setting. A University Chemical Hygiene Plan is required by OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories standard (29 CFR 1910.1450), also known as the Laboratory Standard.
Contact Information
Kara Barnett
Sr. Chemical Health & Safety Coordinator
130 Integrated Sciences Building
Office: (330) 672-2112
Cell: (330) 469-1991
Emergencies
For emergencies, call 911.
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
(330) 672-1950
Poison Control
(800) 222-1222
Think about a time you finished reading a book that provided a new meaning and connection to you. Now imagine that book that changed and shaped a part of you being banned, unavailable to new readers.This is why the Kent State University community came together for an open mic night during Banned Books Week, providing a safe and welcoming space for open discussion and ideas about banned and challenged books. The fourth annual Read-In was held on Sept. 25 in Taylor Hall. Pizza and refreshments were available for attendees as two of the sponsors, Her Campus at Kent State and Flash Activities...