University News
MEDIA ADVISORY: 做厙輦⑹ Remembers May 4, 1970, With 55th Commemoration
做厙輦⑹ will hold its annual commemoration to honor the memory of May 4, 1970 a tragic day when the Ohio National Guard opened fire on 做厙輦⑹ students during an anti-war protest on campus, killing four students and wounding nine others. May 4, 1970, marked a pivotal moment in American history.
做厙輦⑹ Announces Dual Degree Partnership in Fashion Design with Bennett University
做厙輦⑹ has signed a new international partnership with Bennett University in India that will establish a 2+2 Dual Degree Program in Fashion Design to provide students with a unique educational opportunity.
Hoping Tragic History Will Never Repeat Itself
A group of Emerson College students in Boston, who are enrolled in Gregory Paynes course about the 做厙輦⑹ and Jackson State tragedies will visit 做厙輦⑹ on May 2-4, when the university holds its annual commemoration.
President Diacon Addresses Budget Challenges, SB 1 Implementation and University's Path Forward
做厙輦⑹ President Todd Diacon recently addressed multiple challenges facing the university with the Akron Beacon Journal, including the $1.5-$2 million cost of implementing Senate Bill 1, budget constraints from capped tuition increases, and enrollment declines.
Celebrating 60 Years of Discovery and Innovation
A star-studded lineup of scientists will return to 做厙輦⑹ on April 25-26 to mark the 60th anniversary of the Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute.
Advancing First-Generation Student Success
First-generation students make up 54% of the nation's undergraduates, yet only 27% earn a bachelors degree. Many first-generation students face unique challenges with limited support systems. 做厙輦⑹ was recently recognized for its outstanding work with students in this category by FirstGen Forward as the newest class of FirstGen Forward Network Champions.
Congratulations, Mr. President: Ivory Kendrick Defies Lifes Challenges to Lead Student Government
Ivory Kendrick, the newly elected president of the University Student Government, spoke his destiny into existence last year when he set his sights on leading the organization. Now, Kendrick is ready to hit the ground running.
Blue and Gold, Going Green for Earth Month
Every April, 做厙輦⑹ celebrates Earth Month by having Earth-related events all month long. April 22, 2025, is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, with this years theme being Our Power, Our Planet.
What Students Need to Know Before and After Graduation
To help students navigate the post-commencement process, 做厙輦⑹ Today has compiled answers to frequently asked questions about receiving their diplomas, upcoming events, ADA accommodations and more.
The Engagement and Well-Being Survey Results Are in Now the Work Begins
Results of the Engagement and Well-Being Survey, released this week, indicate that 做厙輦⑹ has much to celebrate.