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The Editorially Independent Voice of The University of Akron

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Five Narcan Stations on Campus
Five Narcan Stations on Campus
By Philip Patnode, Staff Photographer • November 25, 2024

In March 2023, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced the collaboration of the RecoveryOhio Initiative with the Ohio Department of Health and the Ohio Department of Higher Education to provide five Naloxone (Narcan) access cabinets for every public college and university campus in Ohio.  Naloxone, commonly called by the brand name Narcan, is a medication that can reverse an overdose caused by an opioid...

"Perception," pen sketch by River Sprinkle.
On Bodily Autonomy and Title IX at the University of Akron
By River Sprinkle (they, them, theirs), Correspondent • November 25, 2024

CW Sex stereotyping  This is the University of Akron’s definition for sex-based discrimination in the Gender-Based Misconduct and Title IX Policy and Protocol packet.   “Sex-based Discrimination: Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 and the University prohibits discrimination based on sex.  Discrimination related to sex including gender identity, gender expression, and sexual...

Reflecting on TINA: The Tina Turner Musical
By Shananne Lewis, Managing Editor • November 25, 2024

As someone who graduated from high school in 1990, you could say Tina Turner was a huge part of my teen life. I remember every song that was produced by this “older” singer, who along with Huey Lewis, made big waves in the 80’s due to their ages. So, when I saw that Tina Turner was at EJ Thomas this year, I knew I wanted to experience that teenage feeling again. And I have to say, something deep...

"TINA: The Tina Turner Musical" taken in 2024 at the Aldwych Theatre in the West End
TINA: The Tina Turner Musical Starts Broadway in Akron Run with a Bang
By Olivia Richardson, Layout Editor • November 25, 2024

Broadway is back in Akron for its 2024-2025 run, bringing four show-stopping musicals to E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall.  “TINA: The Tina Turner Musical” was the first show to hit Akron this past week. The Tuesday and Wednesday shows filled E.J. Thomas with fans of Tina Turner and new listeners alike. A few other Buchtelite reporters and I were lucky enough to get tickets to the show.  “TINA”...

20 Student Organizations to Check Out at UA
By Olivia Richardson, Layout Editor • November 24, 2024

Over 200 extracurriculars are available to explore at the University of Akron. Akron offers opportunities to get involved in leadership, sports, the arts, and more with chances for high involvement and single meetings.  Extracurriculars can be valuable additions to resumes, scholarship applications, and great ways to meet new people. Being involved in student organizations has been highly linked...

Meet the Staff
Sarah Burneson
Sarah Burneson
Editor-in-Chief

Hello! My name is Sarah Burneson and I am a junior here at the University of Akron majoring in Social Work with a dual minor in Sociology and Public Relations, along with an Addiction Services certificate....

20 Student Organizations to Check Out at UA
By Olivia Richardson, Layout Editor • November 24, 2024
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By Taylor Lorence, Events Editor • November 20, 2024
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"Perception," pen sketch by River Sprinkle.
On Bodily Autonomy and Title IX at the University of Akron
By River Sprinkle (they, them, theirs), Correspondent • November 25, 2024

CW Sex stereotyping  This is the University of Akron’s definition for sex-based discrimination in the Gender-Based Misconduct and Title IX...

Reflecting on TINA: The Tina Turner Musical
By Shananne Lewis, Managing Editor • November 25, 2024

As someone who graduated from high school in 1990, you could say Tina Turner was a huge part of my teen life. I remember every song that was...

Reflecting on TINA: The Tina Turner Musical
By Shananne Lewis, Managing Editor • November 25, 2024

As someone who graduated from high school in 1990, you could say Tina Turner was a huge part of my teen life. I remember every song that was...

"TINA: The Tina Turner Musical" taken in 2024 at the Aldwych Theatre in the West End
TINA: The Tina Turner Musical Starts Broadway in Akron Run with a Bang
By Olivia Richardson, Layout Editor • November 25, 2024

Broadway is back in Akron for its 2024-2025 run, bringing four show-stopping musicals to E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall.  “TINA: The...

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