Steps to Your Future is an e-newsletter designed to inform the Class of 2026 of any news or updates related to your class and/or the College.
As you will read about below, KSUCPM has developed a website specifically for the Class of 2026. Updates will be shared on that website. The e-newsletter will supplement the website.
Welcome to Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine!
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Our office wants to inform you that Carla Ronnebaum has resigned from her position at Kent State University as the Director of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs effective, June 3rd, 2022.
The Office of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs will continue to assist you as you transition into podiatric medical school. Please don't hesitate and continue to reach out to anyone in our office by emailing podiatry@kent.edu. We are here to help you!
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KSUCPM has designed a website specifically for incoming members of the Class of 2026. This website includes MOST of what incoming students need to submit or prepare for leading up to orientation and the start of classes.
You can find the Class of 2026 Incoming Student Website here: Incoming Students in Class of 2026. Bookmark this website and check back often. The website has the latest updates.
If you have additional questions or need more guidance, contact us at any time at podiatry@kent.edu.
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Planning to Visit Campus? |
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We can't wait to welcome you and your families to campus. Whether you planning a trip to Independence, Ohio to tour the KSUCPM campus, searching out housing options around the area, or you need to meet with the staff in Financial Aid or Student Affairs.
Please contact Ashley Butler before coming to campus to ensure the people you want to meet with are available and on campus. Ashley can be reached at abutle27@kent.edu.
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Drug Test Form Has Been Mailed! |
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Due to the nature of your clinical coursework, KSUCPM requires a drug test from all incoming students.
You will take the drug test form you receive to a Quest Diagnostics Testing Center. Do not fill out the form until you arrive to the drug testing center. KSUCPM will only consider drug test reports from Quest Diagnostics. Other reports will not be considered.
Quest Diagnostics are located all across the country. To find a Quest Diagnostics location near you, please call 1-800-877-7484 or visit their website: Quest Diagnostics. If searching for a location, indicate "Drug Test, Urine" under Reason for Testing.
Drug testing reports will be electronically submitted to the Office of Enrollment Management at KSUCPM. You do not need to send anything to our office once you have completed your drug test.
Please note that you do not have to pay for this drug test fee at Quest Diagnostics. This fee is included as part of your tuition and fees as a 1st year KSUCPM student.
Drug test results are due July 15, 2022.
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Background Check Service Opening Soon |
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Due to the nature of your clinical coursework, KSUCPM requires a background check from all incoming students.
To complete your background check, please visit:
Under "First Time Users," you will enter code: TVHJX - 84499
Please note that we will only accept background check reports from Verified Credentials. Other background check reports will not be considered.
Background check reports will be electronically submitted to the Office of Enrollment Management at KSUCPM. You do not need to send anything to our office once you have completed your background check.
Background check results are due July 15, 2022.
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Kent State Swag Giveaway! |
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Get those drug tests and background checks completed!
The first 25 students to complete BOTH the drug test and background check will receive a KSUCPM foam foot!
Those students will also be entered to win a basket full of KUSCPM SWAG!
We will announce the winners in July!
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Orientation Dates Announced |
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Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine will hold incoming student orientation beginning on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 through Thursday, July 28, 2022.
During orientation, students will meet Dr. Allan Boike, Dean, Dr. Bryan Caldwell, Senior Associate Dean, and many faculty members.
In addition, students will listen to presentations from the Offices of Enrollment Management and Student Services and meet upperclassmen.
More information, including the specific start time and tentative agenda will become available in early Summer.
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White Coat Ceremony & Coat Size |
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A White Coat Ceremony will be held for the Class of 2026 on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 3:00pm.
The event location other details will be released at a later date. Please keep in mind that while this event is currently scheduled, it may be delayed or postponed pending the state of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Instructions to Order your White Coat
White Coats have been generously donated by Gordon Labs. White coats will be presented to you at the White Coat Ceremony.
Each student is asked to provide their coat size to KSUCPM. Please if you have not already done so, complete this form so we can order your numerical size:
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Start of Classes: Monday August 1, 2022 |
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Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine has announced that classes will begin on Monday, August 1, 2022 for first and second year students.
The detailed academic calendar, which includes course dates and times will likely be released in late Spring 2022. The official schedule for each class will be included in the syllabus. You will also be able to link your own calendar to a Google calendar which stores courses and times.
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If you haven’t done so already, now is the time to start taking the steps to secure an apartment and prepare for you move.
Finding an apartment online is the best place to start and narrow down your favorites. Many properties offer virtual tours of apartments. Click here for the Apartment Guide. It is only to be used as a guide. The apartments in the guide are where many of our students live now. There are other apartments in the area.
Steps to take when looking for a place to live:
Make a list of what you think is most important to you.
- Budget
- Commute to school
- Large or small complex
- Apartment size
- Laundry: In-unit or Community
- Elevator
- Parking: Garage extra
- Pets friendly
Start viewing apartments online.
- Take notes
- Make a list of questions that you want to ask the rental agent.
Call properties that interested you.
- Find out availability and move in date.
- Ask your list of questions.
Secure apartment with your deposit and lease.
- Some apartments may need a letter explaining that you are a KSUCPM student. Please email me to receive a letter.
Start preparing for your new apartment.
- Making a list of items that you will need to pack.
- Making a list of items that you will need to purchase for your apartment.
- Arranging Internet/Cable services (Apartment company should be able to provide you with a list)
- Setting up Utilities in your name (Apartment company should be able to provide you with a list)
A roommate list has been started if you are interested in finding someone to live with. Only those who inquire about the list will receive it and have their contact information added. As it is updated, those on the list will receive the updates.
If you have questions about housing, need a letter confirming you are an incoming student to provide to an apartment complex, or wish to be added to the roommate list, please email Lorie Evans at lfranck2@kent.edu.
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Class of 2026 Facebook Group |
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A Facebook Group has been created for the KSUCPM Class of 2026.
This is a great opportunity to interact with some of your future classmates and share some questions you may have about starting school this fall.
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Financial Aid:
Kathy Wright
216-916-7490
kwrigh32@kent.edu
Immunizations, Housing, Orientation
and White Coat Ceremony:
Lorie Evans
216-916-7489
lfranck2@kent.edu
Application Materials and Visiting Campus:
Ashley Butler
216-916-7486
abutle27@kent.edu
As always, you can reach us directly at podiatry@kent.edu.
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