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Voices Inspiring Better Engagement (VIBE)

Voices Inspiring Better Engagement (VIBE) serves as a divisional resource to enhance employee engagement by sharing ideas, information and communicating on issues and topics. 

VIBE serves as an advisory body to the Senior Leadership Team and provides vital support and capacity for developing, implementing, tracking progress and assessing impact of initiatives undertaken by the Division.  Please note that the group meets twice per month.

Our Mission

  • Serve as an advisory group for all divisional staff members to the Senior Leadership Team
  • Act in an advisory capacity to the Senior Leadership team on existing and emerging policies, procedures, and activities
  • Enhance communication and engagement throughout the division and within departments
  • Provide staff with an effective way to inquire, connect, and promote success
  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives designed to cultivate employee engagement

Submit a Comment

Have a comment or concern to share with the VIBE committee? We encourage you to voice your thoughts to help us improve and better serve our division.

Leave a BOOST for a fellow employee(Bringing out our staff's talent)

Have you noticed an employee going above and beyond? Don’t let their hard work go unnoticed!

Bringing Out Our Staff’s Talent (BOOST) is an initiative dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the remarkable contributions of our staff in the Division of Finance and Administration. Take a moment to leave a shout-out for an employee whose dedication and commitment inspire you.

Who We Are

Below is a list of the Voices Inspiring Better Engagement (VIBE) committee members and their respective contact information.

 

Email:  thevibe@kent.edu to contact the committee

Committee memberemail addressDepartment
Laura Berielberie@kent.eduAccounts Payable
Adda Gapeagape@kent.eduStudent Life Shared Services
Vacant  
Vicki Ladd (Secretary)vladd@kent.eduController
Vincent Marinou354@police.kent.eduKent State Police
Melinda McCarthymmccar38@kent.eduInternal Audit
Erica Pelz (Chair)epelz@kent.eduRepair of Buildings
Janell Ryan (Vice -Chair)jfryan@kent.eduParking Services
Vacant  
Mariah Taylormtaylo5@kent.eduProcurement