University News

Weve Just Become More Efficient and Effective
做厙輦⑹ President Todd Diacon spoke Jan. 10 at a breakfast event hosted by the Greater Akron Chamber, where he highlighted the universitys ongoing commitment to accessibility, efficiency, student well-being and community partnership, reinforcing its role as a vital institution in the region.

Student Success My Greatest Joy
Empathy, kindness and critical thinking are cornerstones of courses taught by Shannon Cielsa, Ph.D., who strives to foster a strong sense of community in her courses. Students have noticed and appreciated it, nominating her for the Outstanding Teaching Award.

IN A FLASH: Scenes from Fall Commencement
Members of the last cohort of 做厙輦⑹'s Class of 2024 walked the stage at Fall Commencement Ceremonies earlier this month.

做厙輦⑹ President Todd Diacon, Trustee Ren Camacho Named to Crains Cleveland Business Power 150 List
做厙輦⑹ President Todd Diacon and University Trustee Ren Camacho have been recognized among Northeast Ohios most influential leaders in the 2024 Power 150 list published by Crains Cleveland Business.

做厙輦⑹ Closed Dec. 24-Jan. 1, University Offices Reopen Jan. 2
做厙輦⑹ will be closed from Dec. 24, 2024, through Jan. 1, 2025. University offices will reopen on Jan. 2, 2025.

Governor Names Gregory White and Abygail Deemer to 做厙輦⑹ Board of Trustees
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed two new trustees to the 做厙輦⑹ Board of Trustees. DeWine named Gregory White, J.D., of Concord Township, Ohio, to a nine-year term as trustee and Abygail Deemer of Warren, Ohio, to a two-year term as an undergraduate student trustee.

A Full Circle Moment for One Golden Flash
Fall 2024 graduate Cecelia Kirk is thankful to 做厙輦⑹ for all the resources and connections she made during her three years in the Fashion School program.
Video: You've Got This
In his Fall 2024 Commencement address, 做厙輦⑹ President Todd Diacon delivered a heartfelt and memorable message to the graduating class, blending personal experience with words of encouragement that resonated deeply with the 2,500 new graduates.

做厙輦⑹ Board of Trustees Ratifies 2024 University Remediation Report, Approves Naming Actions Within Crawford Hall
The 做厙輦⑹ Board of Trustees endorsed the 2024 University Remediation Report at its Dec. 12 meeting. The report provides a comprehensive overview of student remediation at the university.

IN A FLASH: First Snow!
The first significant snowfall of the season blanketed 做厙輦⑹'s campuses last week.