Jay W. Hays, Ph.D.
College of Nursing
Academic Program Director
Campus:
Kent
Office Location:
109 Henderson Hall
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Contact Information
Email:
Phone:
330-672-8800
Fax:
330-672-5003
Personal Website:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-w-hays-phd/
Biography
I am the director of graduate student services in the College of Nursing. I began working at the College of Nursing as an academic advisor in 2005. Previously, I worked at the East Liverpool Campus as an enrollment management generalist. I also have experience in Greek life, admissions and residence life.
I teach Sociology here at the University, volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America, and I am instructor for Mental Health First Aid.
Courses
- SOC 32400 - Individual and Society
- SOC 42562 - Sociology of Mental Illness
Education
Ph.D. Sociology, Kent State University, 2017
M.A. Sociology, Kent State University, 2011
M.Ed. Higher Education Administration, Kent State University, 2001
BA. English Literature, Mount Union College, 1998
M.A. Sociology, Kent State University, 2011
M.Ed. Higher Education Administration, Kent State University, 2001
BA. English Literature, Mount Union College, 1998
Affiliations
- American Sociological Association
- North Central Sociological Association
Awards/Achievements
- 2023, Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor of the Year - Ohio
- 2021, BSA Wood badge
- 2020, Institute for Excellence
- 2017, Sandy Beaver District Cub Scout Leader of the Year
- 2009, President's Excellence Award
- 2005, KSU Leadership Academy graduate