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The Buchtelite
The Editorially Independent Voice of The University of Akron

The Buchtelite
All content by Kaitee Horstmann
Myself with Yvette Nicole Brown when she visited the School of Communication.

[Photo] My UA Journey: An Undergraduate Zip to the Elle Woods of Akron Law

By Megan Parker, former Editor-in-Chief and 2023 Law Graduate
May 7, 2023
Zippy joined in on the festivities for UA’s 150th anniversary.

UA Celebrates 150th Anniversary via Social Media, Socially Distanced Events

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
October 19, 2020
The Spin scooters available on campus and throughout downtown Akron are bright orange for easy finding.

Spin Scooters Provide Affordable, Sustainable Mode of Transportation in Akron

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
October 19, 2020
The Akronauts and their rocket in Amherst, Ohio, in February for the vehicle test launch and payload demonstration for the 2020 NASA Student Launch Competition.

UA Student Rocket-Design Team Places Fourth in Annual NASA Competition

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
September 21, 2020
Several offices for members of the administration reside on campus in Buchtel Hall.

Deadline for Switch to Credit/No Credit Grading Option is May 3

By Kaitee Horstmann and Megan Parker
April 13, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control created this image to show the structure of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.

UA Suspends All Instruction Through March 29 in Response to Coronavirus

By Megan Parker and Kaitee Horstmann
March 10, 2020
Officers from The University of Akron Police Department routinely patrol different areas of campus.

20-Year UAPD Veteran to Assume Duties as New UA Chief of Police

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
March 9, 2020
RubberDucks Hot Dog Recipe Challenge winner Elexis Hamby with UA's favorite mascot, Zippy.

UA Student Wins Fourth Annual RubberDucks Hot Dog Recipe Challenge

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
February 27, 2020
The annual, two-week long event at The University of Akron begins on Feb. 24.

Black History Month at UA Features 14th Annual ‘Rethinking Race’ Event

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
February 20, 2020
The 2019 Red Dress Gala raised over $9,000 for the Alpha Phi Foundation.

Alpha Phi Hosting Annual Red Dress Gala for Women’s Heart Health

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
February 18, 2020
The new LED streetlights are meant to keep streets around the University brighter and more secure for students walking at night.

City of Akron ‘Great Streets Initiative’ Partners with UA, First Energy

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
February 12, 2020
PRSSA is a student organization that helps students make connections and gain skills in the professional public relations field.

Students Can Win Free 1-Year PRSSA Membership at First Pitch Contest

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
February 5, 2020
Retired NBA player Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna “GiGi” Bryant were killed in a helicopter crash along with seven other victims on Sunday, Jan. 26.

Basketball Fans Left in Shock After Kobe Bryant, 13-Year-Old Daughter Die in Helicopter Crash

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
February 5, 2020
Resumes and professional dress attire are required for both the Feb. 11 and 12 events.

Career Services Hosting Internship & Career Fair for Students, Alumni

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
January 29, 2020
UA representatives speak with interested FirstEnergy employees at an open house for ‘Educate to Elevate’ on Oct. 29

‘Educate to Elevate’ Helps FirstEnergy Employees Get Degrees

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
December 11, 2019
PRSA Student Day 2019 featured panels of Public Relations professionals in order for students to get a better understanding of the profession.

UA Students Network With Professionals at PRSA Student Day 2019

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
December 10, 2019
Yvette Nicole Brown told students to build a foundation under themselves in order to stay stable when they make it big.

Yvette Nicole Brown Inspires Communication, Media Students Before Receiving UA Alumni Honor Award

By Megan Parker and Kaitee Horstmann
November 19, 2019
Five-Star Fridays was first implemented by former UA President Matthew Wilson.

Students Split Over Decision to End Five Star Fridays

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
November 19, 2019
In the front row, from left, are Dr. Judith A. Juvancic-Heltzel , Dr. Mary Jo MacCracken, Dr. Carolyn Murrock and Jolene Lane. In the back row, from left, are Will Cole, Alexis Holt and Dr. Matt Akers.

‘Finding a Better U’ Developed to Help Improve Local Heart Health

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
November 5, 2019
The Humane Society of Summit County host events like BARKtoberfest to promote adoption and spread awareness to help more animals.

Humane Society of Summit County Hosting BARKtoberfest to Advocate for Adoptable Animals

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
October 23, 2019
Students from The University of Akron playing on one of Esports’ several locations on campus.

Zips Esports Club Hosts Weekly ‘Super Smash Brothers’ Tournament

By Jack Tupta and Kaitee Horstmann
October 22, 2019
President Gary L. Miller speaks with student media representatives from The Buchtelite, ZTV and WZIP.

President Gary L. Miller Discusses Future of UA With Student Media Representatives

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
October 15, 2019
Room 110 of Kolbe Hall, where several faculty offices are housed, is located on the first floor.

UA School of Communication Hosting Fall 2019 Advising Fair

By Kaitee Horstmann and Megan Parker
October 8, 2019
The Akron Early College High School is housed within the Polsky building on campus.

Akron Early College Recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
October 1, 2019
Some students have been skeptical of the decision to switch the Roo Express from three shuttle routes to one loop.

Roo Express Riders at UA Adjust to Fall 2019 Changes

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
September 26, 2019
Mike Shearer, Chad Painter, Jim Crutchfield and Kelly McBride (left to right) participated in the panel, “Activism, Advocacy, Journalism and Public Relations.”

15th Annual Poynter KSU Media Ethics Workshop Focuses on Activism, Advocacy

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
September 26, 2019
Students, alumni and faculty will get up to 60 percent off along with free personal shopping services and more during the event.

Several Universities Team Up with JCPenney For 2019 “Suit-Up” Event

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
September 16, 2019
The Roo Express used to be comprised of three routes that have been combined to create the Campus Circulator route.

Changes Made to Roo Express Shuttle Routes for Fall Semester

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
September 8, 2019
A potential Martian soil simulant at Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute is being prepared for a soil strength test, or a bevemeter test, in a rolling wheel dynamometer to measure its mechanical properties.

UA Engineering Professor Studies Mars Terrain for 2020 NASA Mission

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
September 3, 2019
The College of Business Administration at The University of Akron is a partial sponsor of the 2019 Goodyear Executive Leadership Forum.

Goodyear CEO Set as 2019 Goodyear Executive Leadership Forum Keynote Speaker

By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor
August 30, 2019
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