Join fellow UA attendees for a fun night of line dancing and great conversations at Akron’s Step and Connect event. Step and Connect will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., in the Jean Hower Taber Student Union, Ballrooms B, C, D, and E. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend.  The event will consist of four rounds of line dancing and networking sessions back-to-back....

An upcoming interactive Q&A event featuring baseball legend Pete Rose has been canceled following his recent passing. The event was scheduled for Nov. 8, 2024, at the E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall at the University of Akron.   Rose passed away at the age of 83 on September 30, 2024. Rose is the all-time leader in hits for the MLB, accumulating 4,256 hits during his career. Known for his...

As you choose where you would want your “home away from home”, The Depot, an off-campus housing facility may be the one you choose for its unique features and selection of amenities.   Each room has several different amenities. Walking into one of these apartments, there is a washer and dryer hidden away by double doors. There is a fully furnished living room with a 42’ flat-screen TV already...

The Zips Activity Board is set to host Sips and Dips, a free event inspired by Alcohol Awareness Week. The event will take place in the Jean Hower Taber Student Union International and Piano Lounge on Tuesday, Oct. 15, from 1 to 4 p.m.  The event is free for any University of Akron student. A vast collection of mocktails and paired appetizers will be offered to students in attendance, along with...

The Rocky Horror Show will return to the city of Akron during the month of October. The interactive musical that includes comedy, and a bit of horror, will be performed at the Akron Civic Theatre.   Opening day is October 11, with ticket prices ranging from $20-$25. More information about ticket prices can be provided here.  The Rocky Horror Show will be performed at the Knight Stage at The...

As the fall semester reaches its midpoint, UA students have a perfect opportunity to take a break from their studies at the Downtown Akron Fall Fest. This year’s event, running from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Cascade Plaza, will feature pumpkin painting, trick-or-treat stations, local food trucks, live entertainment, and craft vendors. For UA students, this event not only provides a fun escape from...