By Philip Patnode, Staff Photographer

November 25, 2024 • No Comments

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 drug. It can be used to treat overdoses from fentanyl, heroin, and prescription pain medications. It provides a quick, safe, and effective means of treating an opioid overdose.   The University of Akron has five Narcan...

By Taylor Lorence, Events Editor

November 20, 2024 • No Comments

ZipsGuide, in collaboration with the University of Akron, will be hosting ‘A ZipsGuide shop small and local Holiday Market,’ on Monday, Dec. 2 from 2 to 7 p.m. inside the University of Akron’s Jean Hower Taber Student Union, located at 303 Carroll Street, Akron. The event, which is also known as “Made in the 330 Monday”, is free to attend.  Students, community members, and any individual interested in purchasing fun products for the upcoming holiday season are encouraged to attend. There are various parking decks, and lots located within walking distance of the Student Union that attendees can utilize when coming...

By Nicole Zylka, Correspondent

October 21, 2024 • No Comments

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 and their own experiences.  This fresh display delves into the background, education, and implementation of art therapy, particularly in Northeast Ohio. By viewing artwork created by therapists and clients, guests will ponder...

By Nicole Zylka, Correspondent

October 17, 2024 • No Comments

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. These sessions will allow guests to meet new people and have fun while line dancing. No matter your level of dance skill, the main goal is to have fun and meet new individuals.  Attendees are not required to dance....

By Madelynne Smith, Graduate Student

December 11, 2024 • No Comments

This Friday, Dec. 13, the University of Akron’s “Out” of the Archives [Un]class will present their research on Akron’s LGBTQ+ history to the local community at Cocktails Akron 2.0 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 33 W. Mapledale Ave. Akron, OH 44301. The event is free and accessible to the public and students at UA.  This presentation will showcase research by the students and their respective research groups for the [E]XL Center-sponsored [Un]class. For the last sixteen (16) weeks, students in the “Out” of the Archives [Un]class have been doing research to highlight various LGBTQ+ stories in the Akron and Summit County...

By Olivia Richardson, Layout Editor

November 24, 2024 • No Comments

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 to better grades, leadership skills, and good mental health. Plus, they’re a good way to fill your day with something other than classwork while being involved all over campus. Here is our list of clubs to check out this school...

By Taylor Lorence, Events Editor

November 20, 2024 • No Comments

ZipsGuide, in collaboration with the University of Akron, will be hosting ‘A ZipsGuide shop small and local Holiday Market,’ on Monday, Dec. 2 from 2 to 7 p.m. inside the University of Akron’s Jean Hower Taber Student Union, located at 303 Carroll Street, Akron. The event, which is also known as “Made in the 330 Monday”, is free to attend.  Students, community members, and any individual interested in purchasing fun products for the upcoming holiday season are encouraged to attend. There are various parking decks, and lots located within walking distance of the Student Union that attendees can utilize when coming...

By Nicole Zylka, Correspondent

October 21, 2024 • No Comments

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 and their own experiences.  This fresh display delves into the background, education, and implementation of art therapy, particularly in Northeast Ohio. By viewing artwork created by therapists and clients, guests will ponder...