Upcoming Sessions

 

Beyond Compliance is a commitment to learning that is expected of all employees at Kent State University. This information is meant 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.

The intended audience for training and events is Kent State University faculty and staff, unless otherwise noted.

Title IX training and other professional development opportunities are NOT required of either TT or FTNTT faculty, however, it is strongly encouraged. 

Two hours of Beyond Compliance training is required of all staff and strongly encouraged of our TT and FTNTT faculty.  One of the two annual Beyond Compliance hours must be a Title IX training. You may choose from an online Title IX Training option or a facilitator-led session. (visit www.kent.edu/hr/training/beyond-compliance for dates and times).

Click here to manage your registrations and view your attendance history.

If you are interested in posting your events on this page contact HR Training and Development at 330-672-2100 or via email at hrd@kent.edu.

Month
Date
Upcoming Event
September
9/27/2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
How to Build Skills with LinkedIn Learning (BC 1 hour)
Today's work environment demands continuous learning and flexible access. As a member of Kent State University staff, faculty, or administrator, you have FREE access to thousands of on-demand courses in the latest business, technology and creative skills. Join Christine Gramlic and Daniel Johnson, our LinkedIn Learning Team, as they show us how to: Access LinkedIn Learning for individual and team development Identify in-demand training courses and quickly sift through the list of results Receive personalized course recommendations for in-demand job skills Download exercise files and complete course assessments Assign courses and deadlines to team members...and ensure they are completed Target Learners: Individual contributors interested in improving job knowledge and skills. Supervisors interested in improving skills and job knowledge for themselves, individuals, and teams. Faculty using LinkedIn Learning as a teaching tool with students.
9/28/2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Stark Campus Emergency Response Plan Training (BC 1.0)
Stark Campus Safety and Security is conducting an Emergency Response Plan workshops. The sessions are designed to give participants insight and response options when encountering an emergency situation on campus. The evacuation process, assembly points, and associated procedures will be discussed. NOTE: These sessions are unique and specific to the Stark Campus.
October
10/4/2023
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Stark Campus ALICE (BC 1.5) - Faculty/Staff Registration
Public Safety, in partnership with the division of Human Resources, is conducting ALICE workshops. The ALICE sessions are designed to give participants insight and response options when encountering an active shooter. ALICE Alert, Lockdown, Information, Counter and Evacuation is crisis training created by two Texas law enforcement officers.
10/4/2023
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Stark Campus ALICE (BC 1.5) - Student Registration
Public Safety, in partnership with the division of Human Resources, is conducting ALICE workshops. The ALICE sessions are designed to give participants insight and response options when encountering an active shooter. ALICE Alert, Lockdown, Information, Counter and Evacuation is crisis training created by two Texas law enforcement officers.
10/10/2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Understanding Race & Racism - Open Registration (BC 1.5hrs)
Race and racism are significant parts of our society and shape the way it works. Participants will explore their own understandings, discuss how racism is upheld through policy and practice, and develop strategies to disrupt it.
10/19/2023
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
ALiCE (Virtual) - Faculty/Staff (BC 1.5hrs)
Public Safety, in partnership with the division of Human Resources, is conducting ALiCE workshops. The 90 minute long ALiCE sessions are designed to give participants insight and response options when encountering an active shooter. ALiCE Alert, Lockdown, Information, Counter and Evacuation is crisis training created by two Texas law enforcement officers. This workshop as 1.5 hours toward your annual Beyond Compliance goal.
10/25/2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Let's Talk Title IX
This Title IX workshop is intended to give participants an overview of the university's 5-16.2 policy on gender discrimination, gender/sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, stalking and intimate partner violence. This workshop counts toward 1.0 hour of your annual Beyond Compliance.
10/27/2023 1:00 PM
Safe Space Ally Training (BC- 2 hrs)- Career and Community Studies DEPT ONLY
Safe Space: Ally Training is the first training in the Kent State University Safe Space Training Series. This series is an on-going training effort through the LGBTQ+ Center and Kent State to make our campus and communities safer places for all people regardless of sex or gender. Training participants will learn about bias, stereotypes, current vocabulary, and best practices for handling gender and sexuality topics with sensitivity. After the training, individuals receive a Safe Space Ally sign for their office, indicating their support of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer plus (LGBTQ+) community and knowledge of basic gender and sexuality concepts. Regardless of where you are on campus, if you interact with students or other employees, you will meet people who identify as LGBTQ+. Having a basic understanding of correct terminology and an understanding of what it means to be an ally to the LGBTQ+ community are essential to supporting all people at this university regardless of sexual orientation and gender. There are many students, staff, faculty, and community members that want to be considered allies for the LGBTQ community, and Safe Space: Ally Training is the perfect place to start. This event is Beyond Compliance Certified for 2 hours/units. The location of this IN PERSON training will be the Kent Student Center, room #027 (basement level, next to the LGBTQ+ Center office). Please direct external registration requests to Ken Ditlevson at kditlevs@kent.edu.
November
11/2/2023
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Webinar - Supporting the Unknown Need: Assisting Students with Obtaining Food, Housing, and Financial Security (BC 1hr)
Did you know 1 in 3 students experience food insecurity and 56% of students experience housing insecurity at some point during their college tenure? Research shows that in order for students to thrive academically and socially, it is essential that their basic needs are met first. Join us to learn about how we connect students to basic needs resources so you can focus on supporting their academic success. This webinar counts 1 hour toward your annual Beyond Compliance goal. This webinar is ideal for all Kent State faculty and staff.
11/9/2023
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Intersectionality 101 (BC 1hr)
Intersectionality is a concept that allows us to examine multiple areas of our lives and social identities. During this session, participants will examine what it actually is, discuss the history of the theory and begin to apply an intersectional lens.
11/14/2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Let's Talk Title IX
This Title IX workshop is intended to give participants an overview of the university's 5-16.2 policy on gender discrimination, gender/sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, stalking and intimate partner violence. This workshop counts toward 1.0 hour of your annual Beyond Compliance.
11/14/2023
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
ALiCE (Virtual) - Faculty/Staff (BC 1.5hrs)
Public Safety, in partnership with the division of Human Resources, is conducting ALiCE workshops. The 90 minute long ALiCE sessions are designed to give participants insight and response options when encountering an active shooter. ALiCE Alert, Lockdown, Information, Counter and Evacuation is crisis training created by two Texas law enforcement officers. This workshop as 1.5 hours toward your annual Beyond Compliance goal.
11/17/2023
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Stark Campus ALICE (BC 1.5) - Faculty/Staff Registration
Public Safety, in partnership with the division of Human Resources, is conducting ALICE workshops. The ALICE sessions are designed to give participants insight and response options when encountering an active shooter. ALICE Alert, Lockdown, Information, Counter and Evacuation is crisis training created by two Texas law enforcement officers.
11/17/2023
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Stark Campus ALICE (BC 1.5) - Student Registration
Public Safety, in partnership with the division of Human Resources, is conducting ALICE workshops. The ALICE sessions are designed to give participants insight and response options when encountering an active shooter. ALICE Alert, Lockdown, Information, Counter and Evacuation is crisis training created by two Texas law enforcement officers.
11/29/2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Creating an Inclusive Workplace - Open Registration (BC 1.5hrs)
What does an inclusive workplace look like and how can we create one? Participants will explore these questions, learn some basics and strategize on how they can contribute to making a more inclusive work environment.
December
12/1/2023
Kognito (Virtual) Training (BC 1Hr)
Have you ever been worried about a student or friend on campus? Faculty and staff are in an ideal position to recognize when someone is struggling emotionally and may need help. Kognito At-Risk Mental Health for Students is an online simulations that lets you practice conversations with a virtual student, so you'll know what to say in real life.
12/1/2023
QPR (Virtual) Training (BC 1Hr)
The More Aware Initiative, funded by Kent State University and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through its Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, is offering QPR training. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.
12/13/2023
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
ALiCE (Virtual) - Faculty/Staff (BC 1.5hrs)
Public Safety, in partnership with the division of Human Resources, is conducting ALiCE workshops. The 90 minute long ALiCE sessions are designed to give participants insight and response options when encountering an active shooter. ALiCE Alert, Lockdown, Information, Counter and Evacuation is crisis training created by two Texas law enforcement officers. This workshop as 1.5 hours toward your annual Beyond Compliance goal.