Eddies Famous Cheesesteaks & Grille Open On Main Street

Ed Sutter, local Akron entrepreneur and owner of Eddies Famous Cheesesteaks & Grille, shares how his vision of the new restaurant came to life.
December 8, 2020
Stan Hywet’s ‘Deck the Halls 2020: A Very Merry Christmas’ Following COVID-19 Guidelines

The estate features five buildings and 10 gardens showcasing America’s Industrial Age of architecture and horticulture.
November 27, 2020
Regional Artist Elizabeth Emery Talks ‘Suffrage: Inequality. Persistence. Justice.’

Regional Artist Elizabeth Emery Talks ‘Suffrage: Inequality. Persistence. Justice.’
November 20, 2020
Live Music Industry Struggles to Stay Afloat Throughout Pandemic

Musicians and venues are trying to find a common ground in hopes to keep the music industry alive during these uncertain times.
November 16, 2020
‘Suffrage: Inequality. Persistence. Justice.’ In Emily Davis Gallery

The gallery allows students the opportunity to be exposed to the ideas and barriers surrounding many of the issues involving women’s rights.
November 16, 2020
Summit Artspace Holding Fall Juried Exhibition ‘Creativity During a Crisis’

Summit Artspace requested submissions from Myers School of Art students and alumni for the fall juried exhibition “Creativity During a Crisis”.
October 19, 2020
Spin Scooters Provide Affordable, Sustainable Mode of Transportation in Akron

The City of Akron and The University of Akron partnered with Spin, a dockless scooter-share company to provide a new transportation option.
October 19, 2020
‘Filter Off’ Offers New Online Dating Method During COVID-19

Filter Off is the world's first free video speed dating app geared towards those looking for an authentic lasting connection.
October 19, 2020
UA Announces Dates for Postponed Spring 2020 Commencement Ceremony

The Spring 2020 Commencement ceremonies were unable to take place in May due to COVID-19 and CDC guidelines.
September 29, 2020
Career Services Hosting Virtual Career Fair for Students, Alumni

As job searching has moved online due to the pandemic, the career fair will help with the search via Handshake from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1.
September 29, 2020
Fashion Industry Adapts to COVID-19, Increases Opportunities for Students

Several events, such as fashion shows and fashion weeks, were either moved online or postponed due to the pandemic.
September 29, 2020
PRSSA ‘A Human-Centric Media Model’ Event Featuring Local Media Expert

Jan Almasy, co-founder of Apex Communications Network, will speak to students about the future of marketing and more.
September 27, 2020
Newest Exhibit in Emily Davis Gallery Explores Current Social Climate

The photography of four regional artists are being featured alongside activist and photographer Danny Lyon.
September 21, 2020
UA, CSU Announce Potential Law School Merge through New Joint Exploratory Working Group

A partnership between the two law schools would expand course opportunities available to students and more.
September 21, 2020
How is Online Education During a Pandemic Different for Students?

As many classes have switched to online instruction, are students missing the structure and socialization required to succeed?
September 21, 2020
UA Student Rocket-Design Team Places Fourth in Annual NASA Competition

The University of Akron’s Akronauts worked for eight months on their rocket for the 2020 NASA Student Launch Competition.
September 21, 2020
UA’s Robotics Team Works Virtually Through COVID-19 Pandemic

The award-winning team is preparing for next year’s big competition at NASA, despite the cancellation of this year’s event.
May 14, 2020
Love Your Melon Akron Continues to Send Love to Child Cancer Patients

This organization continues to meet virtually to make cards for Akron Children’s Hospital.
May 9, 2020
Zips for Haiti Sponsors Haitian Student to Study at UA

The student organization raised money to sponsor Rilouvinxx Isaac from Ouanaminthe, Haiti, by starting their own coffee business.
April 27, 2020
Psychology Student Organization’s Road to Success Halted by Coronavirus

Psi Chi kicked off the semester with an induction ceremony to celebrate new members, but nothing could prepare them for what would happen next.
April 26, 2020
Students Express Mixed Feelings Toward Shift to Online Learning

Some students feel that they will be able to succeed in online coursework, while others are concerned about the changes to the curriculum.
April 22, 2020
Deadline for Switch to Credit/No Credit Grading Option is May 3

As UA moves all classes online, students can opt for the credit/no credit option in place of a letter grade.
April 13, 2020
Editorial: Thank a Retail Worker During the COVID-19 Pandemic

A lack of manpower and large crowds are making it difficult to keep products on the shelves at major stores.
March 17, 2020
Campus Cupboard Provides Assistance for Students Facing Food Insecurity

Four locations on campus provide students with access to non-perishable food and hygiene items.
March 13, 2020
First Instance of COVID-19 Community Spread Confirmed in Stark County

This announcement comes only hours after the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus a global pandemic.
March 11, 2020
UA Suspends All Instruction Through March 29 in Response to Coronavirus

All instruction will move to an online format after spring break on March 30.
March 10, 2020
Students Help Produce ‘The Forgotten Dead’ in EXL Unclass

The documentary, produced by Joshua Tree Productions, will share the truth about Schneider Park and the several lives now beneath it.
March 9, 2020
Women’s Swimming, Diving Wins Seventh Consecutive MAC Title

Many members of the team are looking forward to next season and working hard for an eighth win next year.
March 9, 2020
‘Public Spaces, Early Learning Internship’ Open for Students

This paid internship gives students a chance to give back to the community while developing skills for future careers.
March 9, 2020
Akron Vulcans Futsal Offers Fast-Paced, Exciting Entertainment

This Akron-based team is part of FIFA’s governed version of indoor soccer.
March 9, 2020
Kenyette Tisha Barnes Speaks About Oppression, Activism

Barnes is the co-founder of the #MuteRKelly movement, which protests the singer’s abuse of women and girls.
March 8, 2020
Several UA Students, Faculty, Alumni Receive ADDYs at American Advertising Awards

During the 75th American Advertising Awards, the Myers School of Art was well represented by recipients of the ADDYs.
March 8, 2020
College Democrats Engage UA Students in Politics through Several Events, Activities

As one of three political-based student organizations at UA, the College Democrats are one way students can get involved in Politics.
February 27, 2020
Akron Running Club Unites Recreational, Competitive Runners

The club allows runners of various experience levels to compete in cross country and track events.
February 27, 2020
UA Student Wins Fourth Annual RubberDucks Hot Dog Recipe Challenge

Several UA students were finalists in the challenge for whose recipe would be featured at the first Akron RubberDucks home game of the season.
February 27, 2020
Akron Law Professor Testifies Before Senate Subcommittee on Modernizing Internet Copyright

After joining Akron Law in January, Mark F. Schultz was one of eight experts to testify on updating the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
February 26, 2020
Taking Care Week 2020 Promotes Physical, Mental Health During Midterms

Sponsored by the Counseling and Testing Center, this week of events will begin on Feb. 24 and end on Feb. 28.
February 20, 2020
Black History Month at UA Features 14th Annual ‘Rethinking Race’ Event

The event’s 14th year continues to encourage attendees to have real conversations on the issue of race.
February 19, 2020
Students Encouraged to Submit Research for Second Annual Interdisciplinary Symposium

The theme of this year’s UA-IS is “Nurturing the Seeds of Innovation” and the submission deadline is Feb. 21.
February 19, 2020
Alpha Phi Hosting Annual Red Dress Gala for Women’s Heart Health

All proceeds from the event and ‘Go Red Week’ go to the Alpha Phi Foundation to support women’s cardiac care.
February 18, 2020
UA Launches New Fundraising Campaign Celebrating 150 Years in Higher Education

The campaign, titled “We Rise Together,” focuses on supporting three different facets of life at UA.
February 18, 2020
Students Enjoy Comedian Routine During RHPB 9:09 Event

Sammy Obeid, a California native, has appeared on television shows such as “Conan” and “America’s Got Talent.”
February 18, 2020
University Travel Restrictions Implemented Due to Coronavirus Despite No Cases in Ohio

Although there are no COVID-19 cases in Ohio, The University of Akron implemented travel restrictions due to nationwide travel warnings.
February 12, 2020
City of Akron ‘Great Streets Initiative’ Partners with UA, First Energy

Ohio Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., has started installing 252 new LED streetlights in the UA community.
February 12, 2020
‘Hair Love’ Wins Best Animated Short Film at 92nd Academy Awards

A project that began as a Kickstarter in 2017 is now an Academy Award winning animated short film.
February 9, 2020
‘Ideas in Motion’ Initiative Kicks Off with 21st Century Dance Practices Series

This series is set to include different classes led by dance artists working today.
February 6, 2020
Alumnus Matthew Cherry Discusses ‘Hair Love’ Short Film, Book Award Nominations, UA Impact

With two award nominations for “Hair Love”, Matthew Cherry tells how being a Zip impacted his career and the inspiration for his book and short film.
February 5, 2020
Basketball Fans Left in Shock After Kobe Bryant, 13-Year-Old Daughter Die in Helicopter Crash

Authorities in Calabasas, California, have been investigating the crash that claimed the lives of nine people, while fans continue to mourn the death of a basketball legend.
February 4, 2020
UA’s Teacher Prep Program Ranked Top in Nation, Best in Ohio for Reading Instruction

In a report by the National Council of Teacher Quality (NCTQ), UA’s program includes exemplary coursework in teaching literacy.
February 4, 2020
Production of ‘The Vagina Monologues’ Continues to Benefit Rape Crisis Center, Teach Important Lessons

The Women’s Studies program hosted the production in E.J. Thomas Hall on Jan. 31.
February 3, 2020
Reception Held for Newest Emily Davis Gallery Exhibit Outlaw Ink: Hück & Hogarth

Printmaker Tom Hück has also been chosen as the Spring 2020 Myers residency artist.
January 29, 2020
Editorial: Elevator Malfunction Left Me Trapped in Kolbe Hall for Almost 4 Hours

As a student with disabilities about to graduate in May, I didn’t expect this to be the start to my last semester.
January 29, 2020
Career Services Hosting Internship & Career Fair for Students, Alumni

The event is free and open to those looking for internships and long-term employment, along with those looking to network.
January 29, 2020
New Leadership Rebuilding UA’s Campus Habitat for Humanity

After a rough transition in leadership, new members are working to improve the student organization.
January 29, 2020
LGBTUA Advocates for Equality, Inclusivity on Campus

UA’s largest LGBTQ club offers a support network for students and works to create a welcoming environment for everyone.
December 11, 2019
Students of the Myers School of Art: More than Artists

When they’re not working behind a canvas, students from the Myers School of Art are working to give back.
December 11, 2019
‘Planned Parenthood: Generation Action’ Student Organization Looks Forward Despite Challenges

UA’s chapter of the national organization focuses on educating students about sexual health and reproductive justice.
December 10, 2019
‘Educate to Elevate’ Helps FirstEnergy Employees Get Degrees

The program partners with The University of Akron and Stark State College to help give customer service employees access to higher education.
December 10, 2019
Yvette Nicole Brown Inspires Communication, Media Students Before Receiving UA Alumni Honor Award

As a graduate from The University of Akron, this actress, game show host and voice over artist gained her first media exposure through WZIP.
November 19, 2019
Myers School of Art Students Travel To Toledo

Students had the opportunity to the Toledo Museum of Art.
November 19, 2019
Students Split Over Decision to End Five Star Fridays

UA leaders have announced the elimination of the short-lived four-day class schedule due to numerous factors.
November 19, 2019
Zippython Raising Money, Creating Support, Showing Love for Akron Children’s Hospital

This group is one of three college chapters, including Kent State University and Walsh, dedicated to supporting the local hospital and kids.
November 18, 2019
Swiss Graphic Designer, Letterpress Printer Dafi Kühne Lectures At UA

Presented as part of the 2019-2020 Myers Residencies, Kühne also
lead a letterpress workshop for students during his visit to campus.
November 18, 2019
Exhibit by Akron Natives on Display in Northside District Until 2020

Photographs from Adam Bernard’s series “Project Belvedere” are paired with writings from colleagues to showcase beauty within the Midwest.
November 18, 2019
All UA Students Encouraged to Participate in Volunteering

The times I have volunteered while at The University of Akron have given me some of my most valuable college experiences.
November 18, 2019
Students at UA Determined to ‘Make a Difference’ Despite Transportation Issues

No transportation made it difficult for student volunteers to complete service projects in the Akron community, so they completed their own on campus.
November 6, 2019
School of Nutrition, Dietetics Offering New Minor in Nutrition

Students can now gain background knowledge for personal use from this new minor.
November 5, 2019
Akron Law Offering New Blended Online J.D. Program in Fall 2020

As other responsibilities can make attendance difficult for part-time students, the program aims to make education more accessible.
November 5, 2019
Video Game Artist Visiting ‘Open World’ Exhibit at Akron Art Museum

Video game artist and Carnegie Mellon University assistant professor Angela Washko will speak at the museum.
November 5, 2019
‘Finding a Better U’ Developed to Help Improve Local Heart Health

Faculty at UA developed a free community outreach program to address the heart-health crisis in Summit County.
November 5, 2019
Akron Art Museum Invites Community Members to Explore the Moon Through New Exhibit

The museum’s upcoming exhibit “The Distance of the Moon” will feature works that display the moon’s influence on creativity and scientific findings.
November 5, 2019
UA Student Team Wins Third Consecutive Insurance Collegiate Challenge

Organized by Fundación MAPFRE, the challenge introduces students to different roles in insurance industries.
November 5, 2019
The Vindys Perform at Music Box Supper Club to Sold-Out Crowd

In their first performance in the upper room of the Music Box Supper Club, this popular Youngstown band had a full house.
November 5, 2019
President Gary L. Miller Announces Interim UA Executive Vice President, Provost

Dr. Joe Urgo will fill the position during the national search for this position.
October 29, 2019
Office of Accessibility Sponsors Disabilities Awareness Week with New Events, Activities

Running from Oct. 30 to Nov. 7, a wide variety of events will be available for campus community members to participate in.
October 29, 2019
Crown Point Ecology Center to Display Art Exhibit by UA Senior

This will show the use of a variety of mediums and materials to portray the complexities of chronic and mental illnesses and their impacts.
October 29, 2019
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