New and Familiar Faces

New Face

Job Description:

Provide coordination and assist in the planning and management of the TRIO Upward Bound program and initiatives.

Worked at KSU since:

September 2013

Employment Prior to Kent State University:

U.S. Army Reserve, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Likes Most About Kent State University:

The overwhelming feeling of inclusion and how the slogan “I belong here” resonates throughout campus.

Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:

Employment here doesn’t feel like work, but more like spending time with family.

Resides in:

Kent, Ohio

Hometown:

Detroit, Michigan

Education:

B.S., Political Science and Communication, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan

Hobbies:

Long-distance running (marathons), photography and ballroom dancing

Familiar Face

Job Description:

Nursing faculty

Worked at KSU since:

January 2009

Employment Prior to Kent State University:

LPN School and Salem Area Visiting Nurse Association

Likes Most About Kent State University:

Having the ability to work in collaboration with other faculty, community partners and agencies to provide excellent learning experiences for nursing students.

Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:

Large university with many opportunities to meet educational goals and personal aspirations. Beautiful campus!

Resides in:

East Palestine, Ohio

Hometown:

East Palestine, Ohio

Education:

MSN-ED Nursing, University of Phoenix; BSN Nursing, Ohio State University

Hobbies:

Watching movies, exercising, hiking, camping, reading, yoga, baking, spending time with family and two dogs