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In Memoriam: Kelley Turner
By Cheyenne Shippe, Academic Advisor • October 30, 2024

Kelley Turner was a joyful and loving matriarch in the Akron community. She was often seen working at Lock 3, Ed Davis Community Center, Lawton Street Community Center and The University of Akron. Kelley loved the city of Akron and loved children. She was always a major supporter of children’s sports, especially Akron’s Tiny Tots league. She was always taking part in campus gatherings, community...

Joe Gatto Tour Logo. Courtesy of E.J. Thomas Hall's website
Let's Get Into It: Joe Gatto's Fun and Memorable Night of Comedy
By Taylor Lorence, Events Editor • October 21, 2024

Renowned comedian and television personality Joe Gatto returned to the University of Akron campus for the second time for a fun night of laughs. Gatto, who you may recognize from his successful TRU-TV show Impractical Jokers, had audience members doubled over laughing and smiling on Sunday night.   The “Let's Get Into It” tour started at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7, with opener Mark Jigarjian...

Photo from the Art as Therapy exhibit. Courtesy of the Cummings Center Instagram
The Cummings Center for the History of Psychology Presents New Exhibit, "Art as Therapy?"
By Nicole Zylka, Correspondent • October 21, 2024

Check out the new exhibit "Art as Therapy" at the Cummings Center on October 23, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. An opening reception will be available at the event. Registration is mandatory and can be completed on the official website.   Heidi Larew (LPCC-S, LICDC-CS, ATCS) and Madeline VanHorn (LPC, ATR-P) will be sharing remarks starting at 6:00 p.m. They will be speaking about the making of the exhibit...

It’s Time to Step and Connect with UA Students and Staff on October 23.
It’s Time to Step and Connect with UA Students and Staff on October 23.
By Nicole Zylka, Correspondent • October 17, 2024

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....

Baseballs sitting in grass
Cancellation of Pete Rose Event Following His Recent Passing
By Jaelyn Clinkscales, Correspondent • October 17, 2024

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...

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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....

Photo from the Art as Therapy exhibit. Courtesy of the Cummings Center Instagram
The Cummings Center for the History of Psychology Presents New Exhibit, "Art as Therapy?"
By Nicole Zylka, Correspondent • October 21, 2024
Coleman Common, Photo Taken from UA Website
Cookout on Coleman Common Kicks Off Homecoming Week with Free Food and Fun
By Jaelyn Clinkscales and Sarah Burneson September 30, 2024
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Joe Gatto Tour Logo. Courtesy of E.J. Thomas Hall's website
Let's Get Into It: Joe Gatto's Fun and Memorable Night of Comedy
By Taylor Lorence, Events Editor • October 21, 2024

Renowned comedian and television personality Joe Gatto returned to the University of Akron campus for the second time for a fun night of laughs....

Photo taken from the BostonGlobe.com Courtesy of Ryan Clemens
Are Celebrities Human? A Commentary on the Societal Treatment of Celebrities.
By Amore Hill, Arts and Entertainment Editor • September 26, 2024

“Would you go to a random lady and say, ‘Can I get a photo of you.’ I’m a random b*tch. You’re a random b*tch.”- Chappell Roan. Chappell...

Joe Gatto Tour Logo. Courtesy of E.J. Thomas Hall's website
Let's Get Into It: Joe Gatto's Fun and Memorable Night of Comedy
By Taylor Lorence, Events Editor • October 21, 2024

Renowned comedian and television personality Joe Gatto returned to the University of Akron campus for the second time for a fun night of laughs....

Photo from the Art as Therapy exhibit. Courtesy of the Cummings Center Instagram
The Cummings Center for the History of Psychology Presents New Exhibit, "Art as Therapy?"
By Nicole Zylka, Correspondent • October 21, 2024

Check out the new exhibit "Art as Therapy" at the Cummings Center on October 23, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. An opening reception will be available...

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