Kent State's Current Phase in the Reopening Plan

Kent State applauds Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s proactive approach to keeping our state safe during the ongoing spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

On Sept. 17, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced a COVID-19 Risk Level 3 Red status for Portage County, as communicated by the Office of the Provost. The Kent Campus resides in Portage County, and as such, must adhere to the state's guidelines for counties at a COVID-19 Risk Level 3 status. We have anticipated and planned for a change in COVID-19 Risk Level status, and we are prepared to take the necessary measures to ensure the safety of our campus and community. In keeping with our university’s reopening plan and with the state's guidance for counties at a Level 3 Risk Level, we are implementing several changes in our Kent Campus operating procedures in order to decrease in-person interactions with others and limit gatherings. Find information in the email notification, which has been posted online, or in our FAQs.

Please note, these changes do not affect in-person classes. The delivery mode of all in-person courses remains the same unless your instructor tells you differently.

Campuses may adjust operations when the state of Ohio COVID Risk Level status for their county is changed, including the addition of restrictions when the county risk level is raised, or the return to previous operations when the county risk level is lowered.

We will continue to work to slow transmission of the virus. Consistent with recommendations from state and local health authorities, it is imperative that everyone follow the Flashes Safe Seven on and off campus, wear a face covering at all times, avoid large gatherings and limit in-person contact with others as we continue in:

Phase 4: Aug. 27-Dec. 20