Who can I contact with questions?
Questions can be directed to hrweb@kent.edu. A human resources representative will respond to you.
How will I receive information?
On February 1, 2021, an email was sent to eligible employees. The email contains important information as well as how to access forms for participating. If you did not receive an email containing this information and believe you are eligible, please contact Donna Sansonetti with Human Resources at 330-672-8333, or dsansone@kent.edu.
What payout am I eligible to receive?
A payment equal to three (3) months of his or her Base Pay, plus an additional amount equal to the lesser of three (3) months of his or her Base Pay or $20,000.
Who is eligible?
The Program is available to full-time faculty members on a nine-month contract who have completed three (3) full years of academic service as of May 31, 2021; and full-time faculty members and academic administrators with faculty status on a twelve-month contract who have completed three (3) full years of service with a hire date on or before June 1, 2018.
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