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Megan Parker

Megan Parker, Former Editor-in-Chief

Megan Parker is currently a second-year law student at The University of Akron School of Law. after graduating in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication.

As an eleven-time Best of SNO award winner, her primary areas of coverage include campus news, accessibility/disability awareness and event previews. Continuing her education at UA, Megan is studying Intellectual Property Law.

An Interesting Fact about Megan:
Megan was chosen as the Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences Undergraduate Student Commencement Speaker for the Spring 2020 graduating class.

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After several months of waiting, Spring 2020 graduates finally have news regarding a commencement ceremony.

UA Announces Dates for Postponed Spring 2020 Commencement Ceremony

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2020
A unification of The University of Akron School of Law (left) and the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law would be the only one in the U.S. to be part of two different urban public research universities.

UA, CSU Announce Potential Law School Merge through New Joint Exploratory Working Group

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
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
Additional information on actions taken by The University of Akron can be found online.

Several Changes to Campus Operations Announced in Response to Evolving COVID-19 Situation

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
March 17, 2020
Transmission electron microscopic image of an isolate from the first U.S. case of COVID-19, formerly known as 2019-nCoV.

First Instance of COVID-19 Community Spread Confirmed in Stark County

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
March 11, 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
Dr. Amy Acton (left) and Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine during a previous press conference.

Three Confirmed Cases of Coronavirus in Cuyahoga County, Ohio

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
March 10, 2020
A group of students working during the Unearthing Akron’s Past, The Forgotten Dead of Schneider Park unclass.

Students Help Produce ‘The Forgotten Dead’ in EXL Unclass

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
March 9, 2020
Officers from The University of Akron Police Department routinely patrol different areas of campus.

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

March 9, 2020
Many members of the Women’s Swimming and Diving team broke pool records during the 2020 Mid-American Conference championship.

Women’s Swimming, Diving Wins Seventh Consecutive MAC Title

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
March 9, 2020
The Akron Vulcans defeated Cadence on Feb. 22 with a final score of seven to four.

Akron Vulcans Futsal Offers Fast-Paced, Exciting Entertainment

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
March 9, 2020
A group of students and faculty with their awards at the 2020 American Advertising Awards.

Several UA Students, Faculty, Alumni Receive ADDYs at American Advertising Awards

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2020
Several members of the College Democrats at the University had the opportunity to visit Iowa during the Iowa Caucus.

College Democrats Engage UA Students in Politics through Several Events, Activities

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
February 27, 2020
New School of Law Professor Mark F. Schultz is seen here testifying at the Feb. 11 U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Intellectual Property hearing.

Akron Law Professor Testifies Before Senate Subcommittee on Modernizing Internet Copyright

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2020
During Taking Care Week 2018, students wrote “Get Well” cards for Akron Children’s Hospital patients while relaxing with the therapy dogs.

Taking Care Week 2020 Promotes Physical, Mental Health During Midterms

By Megan Parker and Caitlin Heintz
February 20, 2020
Students who present during the symposium have the chance to improve interpersonal communication and gain knowledge from peers outside their field.

Students Encouraged to Submit Research for Second Annual Interdisciplinary Symposium

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
February 19, 2020
The University of Akron launched its new fundraising campaign titled “We Rise Together” on Feb. 12.

UA Launches New Fundraising Campaign Celebrating 150 Years in Higher Education

By Elizabeth Heckler and Megan Parker
February 18, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control created this image to show the structure of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.

University Travel Restrictions Implemented Due to Coronavirus Despite No Cases in Ohio

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
February 12, 2020
Actress and writer Mindy Kaling announced “Hair Love” as the Best Animated Short Film during the 92nd Academy Awards.

‘Hair Love’ Wins Best Animated Short Film at 92nd Academy Awards

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2020
“Hair Love” follows the story of an African-American father learning to do his daughter’s hair for the first time.

Alumnus Matthew Cherry Discusses ‘Hair Love’ Short Film, Book Award Nominations, UA Impact

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
February 5, 2020
Zook Hall houses the LeBron James Family Foundation College of Education.

UA’s Teacher Prep Program Ranked Top in Nation, Best in Ohio for Reading Instruction

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
February 4, 2020
On my first day at The University of Akron in 2017, a student told me they got stuck in the elevator once.

Editorial: Elevator Malfunction Left Me Trapped in Kolbe Hall for Almost 4 Hours

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2020
Students involved with Campus Habitat for Humanity pose after participating in winter build trip.

New Leadership Rebuilding UA’s Campus Habitat for Humanity

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
January 29, 2020
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
Members of Zippython pose with members of the Comma Club while holding shirts showing the importance of commas in sentences.

Zippython Raising Money, Creating Support, Showing Love for Akron Children’s Hospital

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
November 18, 2019
Akron Rocket League Gold team members, from left, are Tristan “.Tristn” Roberts (left), Buzz “Buzz” Krager, and Isaac “Reticence” Stecker.

Akron Rocket League Wins Second Consecutive National Championship

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
November 18, 2019
The School of Nutrition and Dietetics is one of seven schools within the College of Health Professions.

School of Nutrition, Dietetics Offering New Minor in Nutrition

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2019
The Akron School of Law is one of a few Ohio law schools to now accept GRE scores as an alternative to LSAT scores.

Akron Law Offering New Blended Online J.D. Program in Fall 2020

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2019
Dr. Jinjing Wang, left, is pictured with the team — Zachary Nolan, Tyler Hornbeck, Rebecca Matty, Nicholas Milich and Kyle Whyte.

UA Student Team Wins Third Consecutive Insurance Collegiate Challenge

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
November 5, 2019
The University of Akron has experienced several changes in leadership over the past five years.

President Gary L. Miller Announces Interim UA Executive Vice President, Provost

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2019
The Office of Accessibility’s window decorated with Zippy and characters from the movie “Up” to inspire students on campus.

Office of Accessibility Sponsors Disabilities Awareness Week with New Events, Activities

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2019
Members of Zippython dancing during their end of the year event in 2018.

Zippython Hosting Pie-a-Thon, Raising Money for Akron Children’s Hospital

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2019
The Summit County Probate Courthouse is located at 209 S. High St. in Akron.

Summit County Probate Court Partners with Jockey Being Family Foundation

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
October 23, 2019
The office of the President and other administrative members are housed in Buchtel Hall.

Public Listening Sessions Set as Beginning of National Search for New UA Provost

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
October 22, 2019
Akron Law Accepting GRE Scores From Applicants as Alternative to LSAT

Akron Law Accepting GRE Scores From Applicants as Alternative to LSAT

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
October 15, 2019
The College of Business Administration offers 13 majors from accounting to human resource management.

UA Financial Planning Program Ranked 11th in Nation

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
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 Army ROTC provides scholarships to students in the program no matter what their degree is.

Akron Army ROTC Celebrates 101st Year with New Alumni Lecture Series

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
October 8, 2019
The Summit County Animal Control Facility is located at 250 Opportunity Parkway in Downtown Akron.

Annual Adopt-a-Thon Weekend Expanded to Month Long ‘Dogtober’

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
October 8, 2019
Several officials from Summit County and nonprofit organizations cut the ribbon, marking the opening of the Summit Liberty House.

County Officials Cut Ribbon on Summit Liberty House for Homeless Female Veterans

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
October 1, 2019
The Art Bomb Brigade works on a painting of hope on the side of a building in the Akron area.

3 UA Colleagues Among Winners of Knight Arts Challenge Akron

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 30, 2019
The Counseling & Testing Center and ZipAssist are based in Simmons Hall on campus.

Several Resources Available on Campus, in Community For Those in Need of Support

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2019
Students had the opportunity to meet President Miller and his wife during a meet-and-greet on Aug. 15.

Students Share Hopes, Wishes for Campus in Response to New President

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2019
Those at the first S.A.G.A. meeting include (left to right) Jack Wolf, Ekena Poole, Breanna Sprenger, Kathleen Kulick, USG Senator-at-Large Isaiah Smith and Megan Parker.

Student Accessibility Group at Akron Acts as Social Networking, Advocacy Organization

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2019
A fun fact about Mark Okocha and Morgan Booker is that based on the Harry Potter series Okocha is a Slytherin and Booker is a Hufflepuff.

USG President, Vice President Working Toward Campus Sustainability, Student Wellness

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 16, 2019
The office of the President and other administrative members are housed in Buchtel Hall.

Interim President Green Announces Continued Academic Investments

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2019
The crowd at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall during a RHPB 9:09 event in 2018.

Residence Hall Program Board Events Promote Campus Involvement

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 10, 2019
Faculty Senate at The University of Akron held their first meeting of the 2019-20 academic year in a new campus location.

Faculty Senate, Akron-AAUP Leaders Share Response to New President, Search Process

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 9, 2019
Marketers will be able to use the results from Fox’s study to align their marketing efforts with millennials’ behaviors on social media.

Research by UA Professor Shows How Companies Use ‘Selfie-Marketing’

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 8, 2019
The Zips Gaming Lounge, located in the Williams Honors College, features 24 state-of-the-art gaming PCs and five consoles for recreational use by UA students in good academic standing.

Cleveland Clinic Sports Health Official Medical Provider of UA Esports

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 3, 2019
This was the day I took my brother’s senior photographs for high school, before he decided to follow me to college.

Advice to a Younger Sibling Starting College

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 3, 2019
These two inflatables stationed outside of the Jean Hower Taber Student Union drew a large crowd.

Annual ZPN Fest Includes Bouncy Houses, Free Food, Activities for Students

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
September 3, 2019
While no alcohol was involved in this activity, students gathered to watch different games of giant mock beer pong.

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A flyer on the first floor of the student union promoted the event to those walking by.

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DJ Smoov played several popular songs that could be heard across campus.

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Faculty and staff members began submitting their creations as early as one year ago to be featured in the exhibition.

Emily Davis Gallery Now Featuring Works from UA Faculty, Staff

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
August 27, 2019
Several offices for members of the administration reside on campus in Buchtel Hall.

President-Elect Names Wayne Hill as New UA Chief of Staff

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
August 26, 2019
Aramark first took over The University of Akron’s dining services in 2015 in order to improve the food options available to students.

UA Dining Services Makes Several Changes to Different Campus Locations

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
August 22, 2019

UA, Akron Art Museum Partnership Offers Free Admissions for Students, Faculty, Staff

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
August 22, 2019
President-elect Gary L. Miller thanks those who participated in the search process for trusting him to lead The University of Akron.

UA Board of Trustees Select Gary L. Miller as New President

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
August 14, 2019
The first show launched in June 2011, shortly after the owner/founder’s birthday.

Art & Craft Show Returns to Medina for Summer Event

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
August 13, 2019
Swensons original location on South Hawkins opened in 1934

Swensons Celebrates 85th Anniversary, Offers Special Customer Promotion

By Megan Parker, Editor-in-Chief
August 5, 2019
Nathan Ramey gives older brother, Trent, a ride in his newly adapted Power Wheels vehicle.

UA Students Increase Child’s Mobility with Modified Toy Truck

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
May 1, 2019
Megan Parker (left) and Brooklyn Dennison (right) pose for a photograph after an interview for a special edition story.

The Buchtelite Prepares for Transition in Leadership

By Brooklyn Dennison and Megan Parker
April 24, 2019
Interim President John Green wears a University of Akron tie to show his campus pride.

Interim President Green Discusses Plans for ‘Brighter’ UA Future

By Brooklyn Dennison and Megan Parker
April 24, 2019
Former President Matthew Wilson hopes his success at The University of Akron will influence his career at Missouri Western State University.

Former UA President Recounts Contributions Before Transition to New University

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
April 23, 2019

NASA Selects UA Engineers to Test Technology for Astronauts

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
April 19, 2019
Cortney Rosekelly, Paul Collins, Craig Dilworth and Sydney Bornstine share the market research they conducted for NORKA Beverage Company, an Akron-based craft soda producer.

UA Hosts First Annual Student-Led Research Symposium

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
April 16, 2019
Derek Daily on the set of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.

University of Akron Employee, Alum to Appear on ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
April 10, 2019

Akron Law Students Competing for Cash Prize at Intramural Trial Competition

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
April 3, 2019

UA Student Rocket Design Team Heading to NASA Competition

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
April 1, 2019
Sophomores Hanna Mackey (left) and Megan Bruns contributed work to all eight adapted Power Wheels vehicles, each one needing to fit specific needs and capabilities. For the vehicle pictured here, Mackey and Bruns built a desktop with a push-button that controls the vehicle. It was customized for a child named Oscar (center).

Designing Independence: UA Students Modify Power Wheels for Children with Disabilities

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
March 24, 2019
A display of all candidates for various positions in USG stands near the east entrance of Taber Student Union.

A Q&A With the USG Presidential, Vice Presidential Candidates

By Megan Parker, Copy Editor
March 18, 2019
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