University News
2019 President's Award of Distinction Recipients Announced
ÍøÆØÃÅ President Beverly J. Warren recently presented seven ÍøÆØÃÅ staff members with the President’s Award of Distinction.
Melody Tankersley Appointed ÍøÆØÃÅ’s Interim Senior Vice President and Provost
ÍøÆØÃÅ President-elect Todd Diacon today announced the appointment of Melody Tankersley, Ph.D., to the role of interim senior vice president and provost, effective July 1.
Preserving May 4 Was Special Work of Four Faculty Members
A team of devoted ÍøÆØÃÅ faculty led the drive to achieve national recognition of the significance of May 4, 1970.
With Music Blaring and Temperatures Rising, ÍøÆØÃÅ Celebrates 50 Years of Glass
At first glance, it looks more like an art studio, make that a hot art studio ... music blaring, temperatures rising and a chatty atmosphere of collaboration. Anything but a college classroom. Most wear blue jeans and cotton shirts so they can easily sweat while perfecting their craft. In this case, glassblowing.
A Rave Review: ÍøÆØÃÅ Wines Shine
Enology students of ÍøÆØÃÅ’s Ashtabula Campus are leaving a lasting impact with their high-quality luxury wines. One local wine connoisseur was so impressed with the wines, he featured them in a recent article in the Akron Beacon Journal.
ÍøÆØÃÅ Receives Highest Possible Score as an LGBTQ-Friendly Campus
A national organization has recognized ÍøÆØÃÅ with a perfect overall score for the university’s efforts to create a more inclusive campus and welcoming environment for all.
ÍøÆØÃÅ Invited to Join AIA-ACSA Design & Health Research Consortium
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) created the AIA-ACSA Design & Health Research Consortium to advance university research that ties together building design and health concerns.
Video: Design Innovation Hub Launch
The university celebrates the construction launch of the Design Innovation Hub. The upcoming addition to ÍøÆØÃÅ is a grassroots initiative aimed at designing new technologies as well as solving the world's problems.
ÍøÆØÃÅ Dining Services Cooks Up Award-Winning Meal
ÍøÆØÃÅ Dining Services received recognition for the second year in a row at the 11th Annual Nutritious and Delicious Gala at the Tangier restaurant in Akron. Campus Executive Chef William Edmondson prepared roasted beet and arugula grilled cauliflower pizza and gluten-free chocolate chip cookies stuffed with espresso Marsala mascarpone. Chef Edmondson was assisted by registered dietitians Madison Jordan and Emily Reynolds.
Video: ÍøÆØÃÅ 2019 Commencement Recap
ÍøÆØÃÅ students celebrate with family and friends after the graduation ceremony held at Dix Stadium.