On Tuesday, Sept. 17, there is a free screening of A World Alone, a film that looks behind the walls of Ohio’s mental institutions more than 70 years ago. Part of the Cummings Center Brown Bag History series and the Rethinking Gender series, the screening will take place in room 307 at the Cummings Center, 73 S. College St. The documentary, shot nearby at The Cleveland State Hospital, has already...

The University of Akron's Greek Alumni and Student Tailgate offers current students and alumni a chance to come together, network, and celebrate the Greek life experience on Saturday, September 14, before the Akron Football home opener, Students interested in getting involved in Greek life or other student organizations are also encouraged to attend for an opportunity to learn more and meet fraternity...

The University of Akron has started another semester, this time being “the official university of the Cleveland Browns.” The partnership between the university and the NFL team is set to strengthen multiple opportunities for growth.   This partnership will amplify internship opportunities for students across several majors. These internships will provide “in the field” learning to lift...

Playhouse Square will once again bring four classic Broadway musicals to Akron for their 2024-2025 run. The Broadway in Akron series aims to bring live theater and professional-grade musicals to new places and new audiences.  The first musical at E.J. Thomas will be “TINA: The Tina Turner Musical.” A biographical musical, this show tells her story of perseverance as she rose to stardom...

The Hower House Museum is a time capsule, situated on the campus corner of Fir and Mill Street at 60 Fir Hill, waiting to be explored by college students. With both Mother’s and Father’s Day approaching, this historical site offers a nice family-friendly activity for parents who enjoy local history. From April 1 to September 19, the museum will display special items on loan from local Hower...

The University Libraries celebrated National Poetry Month with their annual haiku contest. All UA students, faculty, and staff were invited to participate. Haiku submissions could cover any topic or subject as long as they were original and adhered to the 5+7+5 rule, which is one line with five syllables, one line with seven syllables and another line with five syllables. According to the Oxford...