Jay W. Hays, Ph.D.
College of Nursing
Academic Program Director
Campus:
Kent
Office Location:
Henderson Hall
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
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, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, 2017
M.A. Sociology, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, 2011
M.Ed. Higher Education Administration, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, 2001
BA. English Literature, Mount Union College, 1998
M.A. Sociology, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, 2011
M.Ed. Higher Education Administration, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, 2001
BA. English Literature, Mount Union College, 1998
Expertise
Social Psychology
Education
Mental Health
Identity
Education
Mental Health
Identity
Affiliations
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