Lifestyles

Akron Cookie Company Serves Up Quarter-Pound Cookies in Local Markets
Travis Howe of Fat T’s Cookies says the business started as a “side hustle,” but has since become much more.
By Abigail Geiser , Correspondent
• April 11, 2022

Kayaking to De-stress
Ohio’s recent kayaking boom has created a thriving subculture that may be just the thing to help students fend off college stress.
By Samuel Grom
• February 21, 2022

UA Students Take on Winter Storm Izzy with Snowball Fights
Students enjoy snow day sledding and having snowball fights.
By Summer Torok and Abigail Stopka
• January 24, 2022

New Downtown Akron Pizzeria Puts a Twist on the Traditional Pie
Following a successful restaurant concept in Cuyahoga Falls, Brad Cover partnered with entrepreneur Chris Sedlock to reinvent pizza and beer in Akron.
By Summer Torok, Managing Editor
• December 13, 2021

UA’s Fashion Trendsetters
his is an introduction to an upcoming Buchtelite spotlight column highlighting unique and fashionable outfits worn by University of Akron students and faculty on campus. Students and faculty can email their submissions to [email protected] to be featured in the column.
By Mckenzie Uhrig, Arts & Entertainment Editor
• September 27, 2021

Local Akron Grilled Cheese Restaurant Deals with COVID-19
Like many restaurants this year, The Lockview pushed through the pandemic.
By Summer Torok, Correspondent
• March 30, 2021

Nomz Sandwich Shop Experiences Success through COVID-19
Local sandwich shop Nomz faced challenges due to COVID-19 but was strengthened with love from the community.
By Summer Torok, Correspondent
• February 24, 2021

How We Had Fun During the Time of COVID-19
COVID-19 forced everyone to find new and safe ways to get out (or stay in) and enjoy themselves. I explored some of these activities in a mini-series last semester on COVID-19 safe activities, this article looks back at these activities.
By Mckenzie Uhrig, Arts & Entertainment Editor
• February 16, 2021

Local Hiking Trails Continue as Safe, Relaxing Activity Outdoors
By Mckenzie Uhrig, Arts & Entertainment Editor
• October 19, 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.
By Mckenzie Uhrig, Arts & Entertainment Editor
• September 29, 2020

Zippython Hosting Pie-a-Thon, Raising Money for Akron Children’s Hospital
This fundraising event is one of several planned for the academic year to reach their goal of $40,000.
By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
• October 29, 2019

Akron Art Museum Hosting Annual Trick or Treat for Families
By Jessica Ricks, Arts & Entertainment Editor
• October 22, 2019

New Roo Weekend Kicks Off Fall 2019 Semester
First year students were able to get motivated for the new school year through several events and activities across campus.
By Veronica Janosek, News & Sports Editor
• August 27, 2019

Time to Audition for Akron’s Got Talent
Hosted by the Zips Programming Network, this campus-based event is held each year to showcase UA students’ talent and abilities.
By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
• February 25, 2019

RooCatholic Connects Faith, College Life
Community, service and life are the pillars that raise the ‘Place to Belong.’
By Jake Herron, Online Editor
• February 11, 2019

A Guide to Galentine’s Day
The day before Valentine’s Day, often referred to as Galentine’s Day, is a great excuse to get together with friends.
By Sala Wier, Copy Editor
• February 11, 2019

A Hallmark Holiday With a Dark History: The Day of Love
As the second most celebrated holiday in the United States, several do not realize it is also one of the most marketable with a disturbing origin.
By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
• February 11, 2019

Pink Gloves Boxing at UA Offers Community, Fitness to Empower Women
This female-focused boxing program aims to give women a place where they can enjoy exercising while increasing their self-confidence.
By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
• January 24, 2019

Third Annual ‘Wild Lights’ at Akron Zoo
By Amanda Piekarz, Arts & Entertainment Editor
• December 5, 2018

Stan Hywet’s “Deck the Halls” 2018 to Host Winter Wonderland
By Sala Wier, Copy Editor
• November 21, 2018

Starbucks Changes Seasons: Barista, Customer Thoughts on Transition
Baristas and customers share their experiences with and feelings towards the recent seasonal change in stores.
By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
• November 10, 2018

Akron Zoo Hosts Halloween Fun for All Ages
From Boo at the Zoo to Brew at the Zoo, everyone will find something to for Halloween this year.
By Amanda Piekarz, Arts & Entertainment Editor
• October 7, 2018

Akron to Celebrate Oktoberfest at Lock 3
With live music and a variety of food and drinks available, Oktoberfest begins Oct. 5 and ends Oct. 6.
By Amanda Piekarz, Arts and Entertainment Editor
• October 2, 2018

A Crazy Rich Culture: Confucius Institute Brings Chinese Culture to Campus
By Meredith Skaggs, Guest Writer
• October 2, 2018

Downtown Akron Partnership Hosts ‘3rd Thursday’: Celebration of Arts, Culture
This monthly event showcases various areas of cuisine, culture, arts and entertainment in downtown Akron.
By Amanda Piekarz, Arts and Entertainment Editor
• September 18, 2018

Zippy Celebrates Her Birthday with Cupcakes, Balloon Animals, Campus Cupboard Donations
Through her excitement, charm and dancing, Zippy showed no signs of her age during her birthday celebration in the Student Union.
By Megan Parker, News Contributor
• May 6, 2018

Visit Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
By Brianna Cramer, Social Media Editor
• April 27, 2018

Get Ready for SpringFest Part Two
By Brianna Cramer, Social Media Editor
• April 27, 2018

Author Rebecca Traister Visits The University of Akron
New York Times Bestseller Hosts Lecture at UA
By Emily Bower, Special Editions Editor
• March 20, 2018

Rock Mill Hosts Ladies’ Night to Invite Women to Climbing Community
By Emily Bower, Special Editions Editor
• March 13, 2018

ZPN to Host Cupcake Wars
By Celeste Houmard, Arts and Entertainment Contributor
• March 7, 2018

The Chronicles of Zippy
The Zipper, the Kangaroo and the Award
By Robert Barrett, Jr., Copy Editor
• March 2, 2018

Spring Adventure Trips with Student Recreation and Wellness Center
By Brianna Cramer, Social Media Editor
• March 1, 2018

Relax and Take a Trip to Cuyahoga Valley National Park!
By Erika Newcome, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Editor
• March 1, 2018

Valentine’s Date Ideas
Our Editorial Staff Shares Their Ideal Valentine's Day Dates for You and Your Special Someone.
By The Buchtelite Editorial Staff
• February 12, 2018

Northside Marketplace Offers UA Students a Sampling of Akron’s Small Businesses
By Emily Bower, Correspondent
• January 31, 2018

First Night Akron Celebrates 22 Years of New Year’s Fun
See, Hear, Taste and Do at Akron's New Year's Celebration
By Julian Curet, News Contributor
• December 30, 2017
UA Students Celebrate Year-Round
The University's culturally diverse campus looks forward to the holidays no matter the season.
By Meenakshi Kodati, Correspondent
• November 20, 2017

Entertainment Spotlight Shines on Zips Programming Network
By Brianna Cramer, Social Media Editor
• November 20, 2017

Enjoy the Fall Season in Akron
By Brianna Cramer, Social Media Editor
• October 20, 2017

Black Male Summit Celebrates 10th Anniversary
By Julian Curet, Contributor
• September 28, 2017
Love Akron to Host Sixth Annual Awards Breakfast
The Christian network plans to honor two of its outstanding servant leaders.
By Emily Bower, Correspondent
• September 25, 2017

The University of Akron Begins Sorority Recruitment Week
By Alexus Loze
• September 19, 2017

Akronites Stay Entertained at Lock 4
By Celeste Houmard, Arts and Entertainment Contributor
• August 29, 2017
“Songs for a New World” Coming to Akron in September
E. J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall is slated to host 11 events through the end of October and the first show to start off the fall 2017 semester is “Songs for a New World.”
By Brianna Cramer, Social Media Editor
• August 28, 2017

Empowering through poetry
By George Dunlap, Writer
• February 17, 2016

The year of the monkey
By Celeste Houmard, Writer
• February 10, 2016

Z-Fit kicks off new program
By John Rachal, Writer
• January 25, 2016

UA students volunteer abroad; Zips for Haiti raises $4,000
By Kristina Aiad-Toss, Photo Editor
• January 25, 2016

Educator by day; haunter by night
By Sofia Syed, Arts & Life Editor
• October 26, 2015
Zips to make a difference
By Zaina Salem, Editor-in-Chief
• October 21, 2015

Cheers to alcohol awareness
By Sofia Syed, Arts & Life Editor
• October 19, 2015

The struggle of addiction
By Baylee Diedrich, Writer
• October 14, 2015

ImpROOve test taking skills
By Sofia Syed, Arts & Life Editor
• October 12, 2015

Don’t sweat it
By Sofia Syed, Arts & Life Editor
• October 7, 2015

A Walk to Remember
By Sofia Syed, Arts & Life Editor
• October 5, 2015

New assault awareness organization
By Elizabeth Zumbach, Arts & Life Writer
• April 1, 2015

Sleep for grades
By Elizabeth Zumbach, Arts & Life Writer
• March 18, 2015
Giving back during break
By Francis Schmidt, Arts & Life Writer
• March 18, 2015
Social media: another window to climb into
By Zaina Salem, Managing Editor
• March 5, 2015
Ultimate roommate guide
By Sofia Syed, Arts & Life Editor
• March 5, 2015

Tips for students on a college budget
By Brittany Gregg, Opinion Editor
• March 4, 2015

Lock 3 opens ice skating rink for winter
By Brittany Gregg, Opinion Editor
• December 3, 2014
OCSS lets students compete in lighting contest
By Kamara Turner, Arts & Life Writer
• December 3, 2014
Relaxation events held for students before finals week
By Alicia Finch, Editor-in-chief
• December 3, 2014
USG adopted new Constitution
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• December 3, 2014

ACM holds gaming tournament
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• November 26, 2014

Health professionals clarify facts and myths of Ebola
By Kamara Turner, Arts & Life Writer
• November 17, 2014

Collegiate Readership Program thriving at UA
By Ellen Papp, Arts & Life Writer
• November 12, 2014

CROW gives feminist awards
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• November 12, 2014

Zippy’s 2nd annual Chili Cook-Off
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• November 11, 2014

Miss Iowa 2013 visits UA
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Writer
• November 11, 2014
Zippy Multisport raises money in Tri-for-a-Cure
By Ellen Papp, Arts & Life Writer
• November 11, 2014

New PizzaFire gives students custom pies
By Ellen Papp, Arts & Life Writer
• November 3, 2014

November Akron Art Walk
By Ellen Papp, Arts & Life Writer
• November 3, 2014

Food Day comes to Akron
By Ellen Papp, Arts & Life Writer
• October 27, 2014

Akron native comes back to perform, and brings her fiancé
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• October 23, 2014

Grabowski gives students a laugh
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• October 23, 2014
SOuRCe hosts Leadership Luncheon
By Kamara Turner, Arts & Life Writer
• October 23, 2014

New store, The Candy Bar, satisfies students sweet tooth
By Kamara Turner, Arts & Life Writer
• October 23, 2014
Winter Wish Drive is giving back
By Ellep Papp, Arts & Life Writer
• October 23, 2014

UA Grad publishes new book, “We are Not All Winners”
By Ellen Papp, Arts & Life Writer
• October 23, 2014

Humans vs. Zombies
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• October 23, 2014

Around the World Mocktails educates students
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• October 23, 2014

Snakron gets delivered to campus
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• October 22, 2014

Morning Tai’ Chi celebrates China Week
By Kamara Turner, Arts & Life Writer
• October 1, 2014

Wal-Mart comes to campus and brings opportunities
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• October 1, 2014

ServeAkron’s Volunteer Fair gave students a chance to give back
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• October 1, 2014

12th annual Akron Marathon brings runners downtown
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• September 30, 2014

Porch Rokr jams out at Highland Square
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• September 24, 2014

Caribbean Day kicks off Diversity Week
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• September 17, 2014

What Inspired That Look?
By Kamara Turner, Arts & Life Writer
• September 17, 2014

ServeAkron spends a Saturday getting Dirty
By Judy Nelson, Arts & Life Writer
• September 17, 2014

Bid Day Welcomes New Members
By Lauren Ferrito, Arts & Life Writer
• September 17, 2014

Michael C. Anthony Amazes Students at E.J. Thomas
Hypnotist entrances the students
By Ashlee Fields, Page Editor
• September 8, 2014
Sorority 101 gets UA women involved
Teaching women about what the Greek life at UA includes
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• September 8, 2014

5th Annual ZPN Fest
ZPN Held their 5th Annual Festival at Coleman Common to Welcome Students Back to Class
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• September 8, 2014
Center for the History of Psychology expands
Center for History of Psychology receives $3.5 Million donation
By Mary Menzemer , Opinions Editor
• September 8, 2014

UA Pride Day gets students involved
By Nicholas Summers, Arts & Life Editor
• August 28, 2014

University Edge
By Lauren Thompson, Opinion Editor
• August 28, 2014
Holiday memories abound in students
By Alizabeth Christian
• November 26, 2013
Black Friday stories
By Alizabeth Christian
• November 26, 2013
Bridal shows sweep into Northeast Ohio
By Hillary Martter
• October 22, 2013
Apple pie and family traditions
By Heather Beyer, Editor-in-Chief
• October 10, 2013
Life inside the residence halls
By Megan Bodenschatz, Arts & Life Editor
• September 24, 2013
A freshman’s guide to weekends on campus
By Megan Bodenschatz, Arts & Life Editor
• September 17, 2013
Civil War reenactor invades campus
By Megan Bodenschatz, Arts & Life Editor
• September 10, 2013
Yoga in the park creates relaxing atmosphere
By Kara Hemphill, Copy Editor
• September 5, 2013
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