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As an undergraduate at UA, Gavin Puhala is already gaining experiences many students won’t encounter for years — conducting research in a medical university laboratory and stepping earl...
06/15/2026
Through moments of doubt and discovery, Sophia Swain’s journey shows how mentorship can shape not just a career — but a future.
06/10/2026
Joseph “Joe” Dick ’56 created the first drawing of The University of Akron mascot Zippy while he was a UA student.
06/2/2026
University of Akron students make an impact on their fellow Zips by volunteering at the Campus Cupboard.
05/26/2026
Recent engineering alumna Sarah Beyea gained valuable real-world experience through co-ops and hands-on learning. But some of the most meaningful growth in her time at Akron hasn’t happened i...
05/20/2026
Ciel Wise didn’t come to UA planning to wait her turn. From the moment she stepped on campus, she looked for ways to grow — to find people who would challenge her, support her and help ...
05/18/2026
The University of Akron (UA) hosted more than 40 Fulbright alumni, students and community partners for an event to connect, exchange ideas and learn about UA’s global engagement efforts.
05/15/2026
Akron Public Schools (APS) announced on May 11, 2026, the expansion of its long-running partnership with The University of Akron (UA), naming the institution as a sister university to North High Sc...
05/12/2026
The University of Akron (UA) announces the appointment of Dr. Peter Q. Pfordresher to serve as dean of the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences.
05/5/2026
Dr. Sydney Chinchanachokchai, associate professor of marketing, has been named the recipient of the Billy I. Ross Advertising Education Award from the American Academy of Advertising (AAA).
04/13/2026