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The Editorially Independent Voice of The University of Akron

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Desperately Seeking an Amazon Fighter, sculpture by Kimberly Chapman
"Easy Prey" art exhibit on display at Meyers School of Art
By Taylor Lorence, Reporter, Secretary • September 21, 2023

Ohio-based sculptor Kimberly Chapman sheds light on past and present female oppression through her sculptures on display in the Emily Davis Gallery at the Mary Schiller Myers School of Art from Aug. 2 – Oct. 6, 2023. Kimberly’s exhibit “Easy Prey” addresses topics such as female violence, reproductive rights, and the ongoing battle of inequality that women face. Focusing primarily on dark topics,...

“On the left, there’s me at work! I received the New Student Orientation “Gold Standard” award alongside 
and at the same time as my friend Gillian.”
Fall 2023 Print Edition: Going the Distance
By Connor VanMaele, Correspondent • September 19, 2023

I should probably do something more useful with my time than writing stories and making videos. That’s been in the back of my mind for a long, long time. Making people laugh is what I love, but some days, I find it hard to justify my dreams of going into entertainment when there’s so much work to be done in the world besides making people chuckle. Every once in a while, though, a movie or book...

L to R: Steve Horner, Heather Barhorst, Haley Kuczynski, Shawna Blankenship, Brynley Harris, Jessie Redwine at the Pop-Up Pantry. Image Courtesy of ZipAssist.
ZipAssist Holds Community Resource Fair Tuesday, September 19 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the SU 2nd Floor
By Shananne Lewis, Correspondent • September 18, 2023

The third annual Community Resource Fair is here to support students on Tuesday, September 19, from 11 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. on the second floor of The Jean Hower Taber Student Union. The Resource Fair and Zippy Cookies Each year in the fall semester, ZipAssist invites a dozen or more off-campus community partners to share resources that can benefit UA students struggling with many kinds...

Film critic Liv Ream and friend pose for photo (Image via Liv Ream)
My Barbie experience
By Liv Ream, Film Critic • September 17, 2023

To immediately clarify, I am not “late” to writing a review of Barbie (2023) due to fundamental flaws in my character. I like being late to a party. I did not see Barbie at its premiere. I saw it two weeks later and I am writing about the experience much later. Trust me, I was late to Barbie so that I could hop on the early retrospective angle of the topic. I’m not crying, YOU ARE!  I understand...

Correspondent Shamna Chuwan takes a selfie with ZAB president Amira Lee, and ZAB president Katelee Mata during an interview about Viva La Latinx Cultura.
‘Viva La Latinx Cultura” features tacos, empanadas, Bachata and important learning opportunities, Sept. 18 from 4-6 p.m.
By Shamna Chuwan, Correspondent • September 16, 2023

‘Viva La Latinx Cultura’ offers University of Akron students the opportunity to eat, dance and learn about the diverse array of cultures that celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on Monday, Sept. 18, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Coleman Commons.   As is often the case with exploring other cultures, the food looks to be a highlight.  “We have two businesses that are going to be coming in,”...

Meet the Staff
Emily Sesto
Emily Sesto
Opinion Editor

Emily Sesto is a sophomore majoring in psychology with a premed focus, earning her bachelor’s in psychology while obtaining all the prerequisites for medical school. Emily counts herself lucky enough...

Graphic created by Emily Price. Some depression symptoms listed here were from the Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/symptoms-causes/syc-20356007
Portage Path Celebrates One Year Answering Calls through National 988 Line
By Emily Price, editor-in-chief • August 23, 2023
The host of City Centric, Sthephanie Marie. Courtesy of PBS Western Reserve.
New PBS Western Reserve series City Centric highlights Akron, Friday, Sept. 1
By Emily Price, editor-in-chief • August 18, 2023
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girl friends hands piled together (on Unsplash)
Fall 2023 Print Story: Unsung Talent
By Zach Lininger, Contributor • September 12, 2023

At the University of Akron, sports play a huge role in providing opportunities for athletes to develop their skills as they further their athletic...

The photographs of Bill Biggart, a news photographer who died documenting the events of 9/11. Also displayed in the exhibit was his camera and equipment, which were recovered from the wreckage of the North Tower, along with his remains.
Reprint: Casting shadows over national memories (students recall 9/11, ten years later)
By Alexandra Didato , Correspondent • September 10, 2023
“What unnerved me the most was seeing how scared my parents were. I had never seen them like that before and I didn’t know how to deal with it. When the people you look up to are scared, it’s hard to stay calm yourself," recalled Junior Justin Orashan.
Desperately Seeking an Amazon Fighter, sculpture by Kimberly Chapman
"Easy Prey" art exhibit on display at Meyers School of Art
By Taylor Lorence, Reporter, Secretary • September 21, 2023

Ohio-based sculptor Kimberly Chapman sheds light on past and present female oppression through her sculptures on display in the Emily Davis Gallery...

Film critic Liv Ream and friend pose for photo (Image via Liv Ream)
My Barbie experience
By Liv Ream, Film Critic • September 17, 2023

To immediately clarify, I am not “late” to writing a review of Barbie (2023) due to fundamental flaws in my character. I like being late...

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