Hallways Handbook - Kent State University

Welcome to your New HomeDear Resident:On behalf of the staff in the Department of Residence Services, welcome to your new home. Weare pleased that you have chosen to live on campus and are committed to providing you with aresidential experience that will meet your needs and enhance your success at Kent State University.This handbook has been designed to provide you with a guide for living and learning in the residencehalls.Residence halls at Kent State University are more than just places to sleep. Out-of-classroomlearning experiences will account for a significant amount of your experience at Kent State.Research shows that students who live in the residence halls transition more easily to campus life,are more involved in co-curricular activities, feel a stronger connection to the university, and performbetter academically than non-resident students. We encourage you to use your time in universityhousing to participate in activities, develop new friendships, and learn more about yourself andothers who live in your community.Living on campus provides many new freedoms and personal choices, e.g., decisions about whento sleep, study, eat and relax. Responsibilities also accompany these freedoms. You are expectedto be considerate and respectful of other residents, to do your part to promote a safe and secureenvironment, and to commit yourself to academic coursework and other activities which promotelearning.Residence Services staff will assist you in taking full advantage of all the resources the universityoffers. Whether you are a first-year student or pursuing graduate studies, we feel confident that wecan offer you a co-curricular environment that will enhance your overall success during your tenureat Kent State University.Best wishes for a successful year!Jill ChurchDirector2