During the COVID-19 pandemic, the city received daily calls about one business in particular. The calls kept coming in nearly daily for eight months.
“The city was getting calls every day, ‘When...
Are you book shopping for a bookworm who seems to have every popular book you can think of? Are you in Akron looking for unique book finds?
Banned Books Box sells banned or challenged literature...
January: “You may not be a goddess, but nor am I a god. Despite our mundane lives, perhaps we make out own magic with words.” Ruthless Vows by. Rebecca Ross
February: “None of us are really...
Content Warning for brief discussions of suicide.
Broadway in Akron continued its 2024-2025 run with “Dear Evan Hansen” back in mid-November. Following “TINA: The Tina Turner Musical,” “Dear...
Two weeks before the start of finals for the 2024 fall semester, University of Akron students found out that their school had initiated the retrenchment process.
While it has been no secret that the...
If you are part of the school of communication, there is a huge possibility that you know Mckenna Vietmeier, or have heard of her from other professors. Mckenna Vietmeier has been at the University of...
A Conversation with U Akron Park: What campus parking has to say about student's frustrations
Most University of Akron students have faced the universal horror of not being able to find a parking space...
The Buchtelite is seeking the kind of Zips we’d all like to know. These are current students who deserve the spotlight – even for achievements and qualities not traditionally recognized.
We’re...
It was a Monday morning when I was called and asked if I could go cover Akron in Seattle for the March Madness tournament.
I instantly texted my parents to see if I could go, and within the span...
On Saturday, March 15, The University of Akron Zips Men’s Basketball Team beat the Miami Redhawks in the MAC championship to advance to the NCAA Tournament: March Madness.
This season will be a memorable...
Local college student and singer-songwriter Jonathan Lewis also known as “J-Lew” has released his debut album, Unavailable, on streaming platforms including Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube Music....
The University of Akron speech and debate team hosted the Ohio Forensics Association (OFA) Tournament, which is the state championship tournament for speech and debate, at the University of Akron on Feb....
Students, faculty, and staff at the University of Akron will gather outside the Student Union on Monday, March 4, at noon as part of a statewide Day of Action to support academic freedom in higher education....
On Wednesday, March 5 at 5:30 p.m., RooCatholic is hosting an Ash Wednesday Mass in the Gradner Theater inside of the Jean Hower Taber Student Union.
According to its President, Charlie Rizk, RooCatholic,...
By Devin Ballog, Correspondent
• February 27, 2025
The National Museum of Psychology’s “Psychology Takes Flight” exhibit opened on Feb. 5. The exhibit highlights the work of psychologists in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II with various...
The University of Akron Recreation Center invites students, members and non-members over the age of 18 to attend an affordable weekend climbing trip to the world-renowned Red River Gorge. The trip takes...
Women and Weights, a free fitness program through the Student Recreation and Wellness Center, is returning following a five-year hiatus for spring semester. The program aims to bring women on campus together...
On Tuesday, Feb. 25, the University of Akron is hosting its 4th annual black-owned business expo on the second floor of the Jean Hower Taber Student Union from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Over 20 venders...
On February 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Folk Hall, a motion designer with over 20 years of experience will showcase and talk about personal work.
This event is free and open to any students willing...
Recently, Akron’s men’s and women’s basketball teams each took on the Kent State Golden Flashes, one winning and the other facing defeat.
The men’s team won their match up 85-71 facing the...
A slow-baked, pan-style pizza loaded with toppings and a side of laid-back vibes? That’s what Totally Baked is serving up in downtown Akron. The pizza shop, known for its playful cannabis-themed...
Downtown Akron’s game and hobby store, Full Grip Games, has recently expanded, moving to a space that is five times its original size.
With this expansion, Full Grip is offering customers larger tournaments...
By Audrey Fleck, Correspondent
• February 19, 2025
Students learned this month that The University of Akron’s Rethinking Race, hosted by the Office of Inclusion and Equity, has been canceled for the Fall 2025 semester.
UA last held the series in...
SmartAsset has ranked UA among the top 10 colleges and universities in Ohio for best value. Among the top 10 institutions in the ranking, UA is the third highest-ranked public university and eighth overall.
SmartAsset,...
Students can share their love of reading in a unique way with the Silent Reading Club student organization that meets at The University of Akron’s Wayne Campus Library in Orville.
The monthly meetings,...
A spree of break-ins resulted in over 60 cars being affected overnight throughout the Downtown Akron area and on the University of Akron campus on January 20.
During the spree, University of Akron...
On Saturday, February 15th, from noon to 2:00 p.m. at House Three Thirty, an experienced drawing instructor will guide the drawing lesson with live models.
Anyone, ranging from casual artists to experienced...
This Saturday, February 15, Downtown Akron Partnership (DAP) presents its fourth ‘Lunar New Year Celebration’ beginning with a Cultural Fair at 3:30 p.m. at the Akron Civic Theater, followed by main...
On Thursday, Feb. 13 students interested in leadership can attend a virtual Student Success Series session with keynote speaker Mike Ciammaichella, senior vice president of strategic development at the...
The University of Akron Wind Symphony has been invited to perform its new symphony titled “TITAN” as part of the Ohio Music Educators Association (OMEA) conference at the Cleveland Convention Center...
The University of Akron is holding tryouts for the role of award-winning marsupial mascot Zippy on Tuesday, Feb. 11 and Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. on the 7th floor of InfoCision Stadium.
The...
It’s last call for Akron Art Museum’s GLOW: Neon and Light, an exhibition that spotlights working with neon as an art medium. Open since Sept. 21, the exhibition has its last guided tour Thursday,...
Simply having a wonderful Christmas time in the Cleveland Zoo this year! The “Wild Winter Lights” in the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo made a great comeback in 2024. From November 12 to December 30, 2024,...
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...
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...
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:...
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,...
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...
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...
As the Fall 2024 Semester kicked off, the UA student body saw a lot of changes. From new parking procedures and new bookstore incentives to new classes. Another new addition was the induction of Newest...
When I first made the life-altering decision to study abroad in Australia during the spring 2024 semester, my mind instantly began to fill with questions. The uncertainty of the next few months of my life...
Did you know that two Zips are behind one of Akron’s largest community events?
The FirstEnergy Akron Marathon began with only 2,000 participants in the year 2003, growing to attract over 14,000...
When I look back to 1990, I remember my excitement as I was getting ready to graduate from high school, spend my summer performing at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in my hometown of Auburn, New York and then...
To embark on a new adventure is something I am always up for. I have tried Aerobics, Zumba, Spinning, Running, Pilates, Yoga, and Boot Camp classes over the years. I go in spurts with my fitness regimen....
You were on stage receiving your diploma, and now you’re on your way to achieving your life goals. That’s exactly what happens to most of us who finished high school.
I woke up from my home...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
As you choose where you would want your “home away from home”, The Depot, an off-campus housing facility may be the one you choose for its unique features and selection of amenities.
Each room...
The Zips Activity Board is set to host Sips and Dips, a free event inspired by Alcohol Awareness Week. The event will take place in the Jean Hower Taber Student Union International and Piano Lounge on...
The Rocky Horror Show will return to the city of Akron during the month of October. The interactive musical that includes comedy, and a bit of horror, will be performed at the Akron Civic Theatre.
Opening...
As the fall semester reaches its midpoint, UA students have a perfect opportunity to take a break from their studies at the Downtown Akron Fall Fest. This year’s event, running from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m....
For National Coming Out Day, Friday, Oct. 11, organization on the University of Akron campus are offering events where students can come to learn more about the challenges LGBTQIA+ others face and the...
On Saturday, October 5, 2024, the fourth annual Akron Latin festival will be presented by Proyecto Raices and Downtown Akron Partnership. The festival will have live Latin music, Latin festival Dance,...
The University of Akron’s College of Engineering and Science Dean’s Office and Department of Mechanical Engineering’s Zips: Engineered For Success is hosting an Opportunity Fair on Friday, Oct. 4,...
The University of Akron is hosting its annual Adopt-A-Roo event, where students can pick up a small plush kangaroo as a fun and comforting campus tradition. The event is set to take place
on Wednesday,...
The Cookout on Coleman Common, taking place on October 2 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. will kick off the start of Homecoming Week and has become a beloved campus tradition since 2018.
Students can enjoy free...
The University of Akron is holding its annual Family Weekend from Oct. 4 through 6 in conjunction with Homecoming celebrations on campus. Designed to reconnect students with their families and introduce...
By Audrey Fleck, Correspondent
• September 30, 2024
Students can experience the art of Ohio-based photographers as they captured COVID-19 in the ‘Chronicles: The Great Depression and the Pandemic’ exhibition through this Friday, Oct. 4. The hours of...
By Audrey Fleck, Correspondent
• September 29, 2024
The University of Akron Office of Career Services and Student Employment is holding an Internship and Career Fair is on Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Jean Hower Taber Student Union Ballroom.
Open...
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 Roan recently took to the internet to report the...
By Nicole Zylka, Correspondent
• September 22, 2024
On Monday, Sept. 23, from 3 to 5 p.m., the Zips Activities Board, better known as ZAB, is holding a Guitar Appreciation event featuring faculty member and classical guitarist James Marron.
The event...
By Olivia Ellis, Correspondent
• September 21, 2024
A genuine off-Broadway experience comes to campus straight from NYC in “The Masque of Night,” a cabaret-style reimagining of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet that features movement, dance and contemporary...
On Saturday, September 28, the streets of Downtown Akron will come alive with cheering spectators and runners as the annual Akron Marathon returns. The marathon will pass through the heart of the University...
Friday, Sept. 20, the Department of Civil Engineering will be hosting high school students from the region for the Construction Olympics. Held at various indoor and outdoor locations on the main Akron...
By Nicole Zylka, Correspondent
• September 16, 2024
On Tuesday, Sept. 17, there is a free screening of A World Alone, a film that looks behind the walls of Ohio’s mental institutions more than 70 years ago. Part of the Cummings Center Brown Bag History...
The University of Akron's Greek Alumni and Student Tailgate offers current students and alumni a chance to come together, network, and celebrate the Greek life experience on Saturday, September 14, before...
The University of Akron has started another semester, this time being “the official university of the Cleveland Browns.” The partnership between the university and the NFL team is set to strengthen...
Playhouse Square will once again bring four classic Broadway musicals to Akron for their 2024-2025 run. The Broadway in Akron series aims to bring live theater and professional-grade musicals to new places...
The Hower House Museum is a time capsule, situated on the campus corner of Fir and Mill Street at 60 Fir Hill, waiting to be explored by college students. With both Mother’s and Father’s Day approaching,...
The University Libraries celebrated National Poetry Month with their annual haiku contest. All UA students, faculty, and staff were invited to participate. Haiku submissions could cover any topic or subject...
On April 11, 2024, the Communication world lost a giant. Dr. Andrew S. Rancer, professor emeritus at University of Akron, was a humble, friendly and deeply kind man. There is no doubt that his neighbors and people he knew in his personal life knew he loved his job teaching. What they may not have known is that Dr. Rancer was one of a few Communication scholars to achieve global status. He has published dozens of books and articles, and his work has been translated into many languages. Andy's research is cited more than 4,500 times.
Dr. David Ritchey, a professor emeritus of The University of Akron, passed away on April 6, 2024 after a brief health struggle. We remember him as a friend to The Buchtelite. In Dr. Ritchey's PR Writing...
From March 11 to April 19, the Emily Davis Gallery at the Myers School of Art is home to the Life Out of Balance show. Featuring the art of nine artists, the show raises the question: How will we find...
According to our recent Instagram Story poll, many of our readers weren’t aware of the cherry blossom trees along the Towpath, and some weren’t aware of the Towpath itself. A fantastic opportunity...
When thinking about the holiday Easter the first thing I picture is a giant bunny hiding eggs for children to find. Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from death,...
Inside our very own Crouse Hall lurks one of the most feared apex predators of all time. The creature is a bear that is eight feet long and can weigh up to 1,300 pounds (according to wikipedia), though...
The Buchtelite is seeking the kind of Zips we’d all like to know. These are current students who deserve the spotlight - even for achievements and qualities not traditionally recognized.
We're talking...
Studying abroad has always been on my bucket list. Being able to immerse yourself in a culture so different from your own, live like the locals, and meet individuals from all over the world is an experience...
The 88th Juried Student Exhibition at Myers School of Art left an impression on the community. Students, family, and friends lined up to see the juried student exhibition on Feb. 15. Though there...
Editors note: ZipsGuide.com is a community engaged collaboration between the Public Relations Writing course at The University of Akron and Downtown Akron Partnership. The stories on ZipsGuide.com are...
The Spring 2024 Series on Reproductive Justice, part of the 2023-2024 Rethinking Gender Series at The University of Akron, comes to campus this week, with events on Wednesday, Feb. 28, and Feb. 29.
Presented...
Need a break from the grind of classes? The Myers School of Art is currently holding its must-see 88th Juried Student Exhibition. Located inside the Myers School of Art at 150 East Exchange Street, the...
Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences Dean, Mitchell McKinney, presented Olivia Kurylo, a sophomore majoring in English, with the College's inaugural Student of the Month award at a meeting of The Buchtelite...
Lunar New Year began on Feb. 10, kicking off a 15-day spring festival, celebrated worldwide. The 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac calendar points to this year as the Year of the Dragon.
To celebrate...
I am a sucker for traditional romance.
I love traditions and I love the history behind traditions, so you can bet I love Valentine’s Day.
In 1861, British chocolate maker Richard Cadbury had the...
After the "Pretty Woman” and "Mean Girls" shows started off Broadway in Akron’s 2023-24 musical run, the four-show series at UA’s E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall is set to end after musical performances...
The University of Akron’s E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall continued Broadway in Akron with their second show “Mean Girls” on Monday, Nov. 13, and Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023.
The musical is based...
By Olivia Kurylo, Editor-in-Chief
• November 24, 2023
Downtown Akron will celebrate local small businesses as a part of Small Business Saturday and the national Artists Sunday campaign
On Saturday Nov. 25, and Sunday Nov. 26, 2023, Downtown Akron Partnership...
Kicking off International Education Week, the University of Akron’s Education Abroad Office and Williams Honors College have partnered together to host Zips Abroad.
Zips Abroad is an informational...
Broadway in Akron is back with a show-stopping 2023-2024 lineup, and I was one of the lucky ticket holders for its first show of the season “Pretty Woman: the Musical.” The University of Akron’s...
The 42nd Annual Holiday Tree Festival, hosted by volunteers of the Akron Children’s Hospital, is soon upon us. If you are an Akron native, you know this already and have your calendars marked.
But...
By Olivia Kurylo, Editor-in-Chief
• November 4, 2023
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will undergo changes to make the form simple and efficient for families and students.
Previously, the Department of Education released the FAFSA...
By Olivia Kurylo, Editor-in-Chief
• November 3, 2023
After taking the top spot in the Greater Ohio Rugby League, Akron Women’s Rugby is headed to take on South Buffalo, Nov. 4.
The team took the number-one spot in the Greater Ohio Rugby League after dominating...
By Walid Jaffal, Special to the Buchtelite
• November 2, 2023
In the cozy nostalgia of "Gilmore Girls," the hit television series from the early 2000s, a new tradition is taking root. Mothers who grew up watching the original run of the show are now introducing their...
The University of Akron has a new student organization this fall: The Spanish Club.
The first meeting for the Spanish Club took place in Olin Hall on Oct. 3, conducted by Dr. Camelly Cruz-Martes,...
A hidden gem on the University of Akron campus is located on the third floor of the Jean Hower Taber Student Union is the RE:CENTER, a serene space to relax and unwind in an environment completely dedicated...
By Emily Price, editor-in-chief
• October 26, 2023
On Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences (BCAS) housed the Launch to Graduation event for upcoming graduates of The University of Akron.
Students were provided with resources...
This Saturday, Downtown Akron Partnership (DAP) hosted its second annual Fall Fest at the Cascade Plaza and on Main St. from 5-9 p.m.
At this free event, families participated in 19 trick-or-treating...
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The University of Akron Zips Hockey...
The University of Akron’s Women’s Studies Program will host their upcoming Rethinking Gender Series. The series will include five different events that take place over the course of the 2023-2024 UA...
In the hazy embrace of clouded light, a leaf once tethered to the
boughs of belonging, drifts aimlessly in the indifferent sky. Once
green and flush with the vitality of shared memories, now a
silhouette...
Kent, OH — Oct. 18, 2023 — PBS Western Reserve is launching Community Coffee Chat, 50 Years Strong: Sip, Savor & Share. This new initiative invites community members from the organization’s vast...
The question “how are you preparing for your upcoming concert?” usually has a predictable response that mostly involves practice making perfect. For their upcoming concert, “Devotion,” The University...
BEACHWOOD, OHIO - We are wickedly thrilled to announce that our Monster Mash Student Day will be held on Friday, Oct. 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Eaton in Beachwood, located at 1000 Eaton Blvd., Cleveland,...
Unless you are affiliated with a sorority or fraternity, Greek Life is a topic that the average person has little to no knowledge about. Our information and prejudices about sororities often come from...
Concealed by golden shrubbery and trees painted in fall foliage, a small brick-lined patio remains untouched by students at The University of Akron. The only signs of use are the animals scurrying between...
Ever written a piece of creative writing without a good outlet to share it? An open mic night is the perfect opportunity.
The Upstart Crows and AshBelt Journal student organizations at The University...
By Megan Williams, Sports Editor, Contributor
• October 4, 2023
When they are asked about their coaching style, most sports coaches express their focus on a team’s offensive or defensive ability. Meanwhile, Ryan Gensler, the new head coach for women’s basketball...
By Liv Ream, Arts and Entertainment Editor
• October 1, 2023
This film has been the subject of endless online debate. I’ve read stories of full theatres transforming into barren ghost towns, every patron walking out of the slow, “plotless” film. I’ve also...
If you are a student at The University of Akron who is interested in traveling, volunteering and giving back to communities in need, then Akron’s 2024 Alternative Spring Break could be the perfect opportunity...
The University of Akron will recognize North American First People’s Day on Sept. 29 and Oct. 5. North American First People’s Day was officially established by the Councils of the City of Akron and...
By Emily Price, editor in chief
• September 27, 2023
Your wings are mine to keep.
Our pond of emotion
has stilled
from fickle skipping stones.
The ripples of
insecurity
stretching
into oblivion.
Encircle me
with your
promise...
By Taylor Lorence, Reporter, Secretary
• September 21, 2023
Ohio-based sculptor Kimberly Chapman sheds light on past and present female oppression through her sculptures on display in the Emily Davis Gallery at the Mary Schiller Myers School of Art from Aug. 2...
The third annual Community Resource Fair is here to support students on Tuesday, September 19, from 11 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. on the second floor of The Jean Hower Taber Student Union.
The Resource...
To immediately clarify, I am not “late” to writing a review of Barbie (2023) due to fundamental flaws in my character. I like being late to a party. I did not see Barbie at its premiere. I saw it two...
By Shamna Chuwan, Correspondent
• September 16, 2023
‘Viva La Latinx Cultura’ offers University of Akron students the opportunity to eat, dance and learn about the diverse array of cultures that celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on Monday, Sept. 18,...
