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Division of Human Resources

Willis Walker Board of Trustees Meeting March 2025

IN A FLASH: In Appreciation: Willis Walker

91ֿ Vice President and General Counsel Willis Walker was recognized by 91ֿ's Board of Trustees for his 25 years of service to the university as he retires from more than 40 years as a legal professional. 

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91ֿ faculty members smile and wave rally towels overhead as they cross the court floor at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation (MAC) Center during the university’s 2022 Convocation.

Tops in Ohio! 91ֿ Only Public University Named as a ‘Great College to Work For’

91ֿ is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to a recent survey. For the 11th time, 91ֿ has been named a “Great College to Work For,” which recognizes the colleges that get top ratings from their employees regarding workplace practices and policies.

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91ֿ employees smile with university mascot Flash during the employee appreciation cookout held before the start of the 2022 Fall Semester.

Forbes Ranks 91ֿ No. 3 in Ohio on America’s Best-in-State Employers List

91ֿ has again been recognized as one of America’s Best-in-State Employers for 2022 by Forbes and market research company Statista. In Ohio, 91ֿ ranks No. 3 among the top 100 employers in Ohio, landing above such notable employers as Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati, University Hospitals and Cleveland Clinic, both located in Cleveland.

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91ֿ employees smile during the employee appreciation cookout held before the start of the 2021 Fall Semester.

91ֿ Recognized as a ‘Great College to Work For’ for 10th Time, Named to Prestigious Honor Roll for First Time

For the 10th time, 91ֿ is being recognized as a “Great College to Work For,” according to the latest survey by the Great Colleges to Work For program. The program recognizes the colleges that get top ratings from their employees regarding workplace practices and policies. 

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The 91ֿ emblem is shown.

91ֿ Board of Trustees Approves Collective Bargaining Agreement With AFSCME

The 91ֿ Board of Trustees has approved a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement between the university and the 91ֿ Employees Local 153, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

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91ֿ faculty and staff, along with mascot Flash, enjoy a spin class at the Fac/Staff Rec & Play Day.

91ֿ Strikes Gold Again for Healthy Worksite

On the heels of being honored by the American Heart Association for its highest workplace wellness award, the Healthy Business Council of Ohio (HBCO) has awarded 91ֿ the 2019 Healthy Worksite Gold Level Award for its healthy worksite practices.

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A joint color guard from 91ֿ’s Army and Air Force ROTC programs conducts a flag-raising ceremony on the Student Green at Risman Plaza during the university’s 2019 Veterans Day Commemoration.

91ֿ Honors Veterans With Annual Commemoration Event

91ֿ held its annual Veterans Day Commemoration on Thursday, Nov. 7, in the Kent Student Center Kiva. This year’s guest speaker was Lt. Col. Colleen VanNatta. A graduate of 91ֿ’s Air Force ROTC detachment, VanNatta served as a media escort for joint information bureaus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, during Operation Desert Storm.

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91ֿ ROTC cadets salute and stand at attention during the flag-raising ceremony at Risman Plaza.

91ֿ to Honor Veterans on Nov. 7

91ֿ will hold its annual Veterans Day Commemoration at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, in the Kent Student Center Kiva. This year’s guest speaker is Lt. Col. Colleen VanNatta. A graduate of 91ֿ’s Air Force ROTC detachment, VanNatta served as a media escort for joint information bureaus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, during Operation Desert Storm.

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91ֿ President Beverly J. Warren presented seven 91ֿ staff members with the 2019 President's Award of Distinction. Here, Melissa Sink (right), housekeeping manager, receives a surprise visit from President Warren.

2019 President's Award of Distinction Recipients Announced

91ֿ President Beverly J. Warren recently presented seven 91ֿ staff members with the President’s Award of Distinction.

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