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online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science Revolutionizing surgical training: UA students and faculty continue development of groundbreaking cochlear implant simulation tool

This innovative device is poised to revolutionize how ear, nose and throat (ENT) surgeons are trained in one of the most delicate procedures in otologic surgery.

05/15/2025
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online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science Turning pain into purpose: Engineering students create breakthrough burn bandage

What began as a senior capstone project for three biomechanical engineering students has evolved into a powerful innovation with the potential to change lives.

05/14/2025
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online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science Dr. Nourhani honored for biomimetic research at the nexus of biology and engineering

Nourhani’s work on biomimetic swarms of microrobots, stemming from his prestigious NSF CAREER Award, has been published and featured on the cover of Soft Matter journal

05/12/2025
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online newsroom Cheyenne Ralosky’s journey to a degree in emergency management

Ralosky is graduating from The University of Akron (UA) with a degree in emergency management and homeland security.

05/12/2025
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online newsroom,Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences Shifting the spotlight to what’s good in life

For more than 17 years, Dr. Ingrid Weigold has been teaching and researching an area of psychology that focuses not on what’s broken, but what’s working: positive psychology.

05/9/2025
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online newsroom,Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences From quiet confidence to bold leadership

Her journey took her from a quietly curious student to a confident scholar, leader and soon-to-be Ph.D. student, as she found her anchor at The University of Akron (UA).

05/8/2025
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online newsroom UA esports team makes history in another tournament, wins another title

The University of Akron's Rainbow 6 Siege esports team became in April 2025 the first collegiate team to advance and qualify for the group stage of the BLAST R6 Challenger Series.

05/6/2025
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online newsroom,College of Business Administration NFL Draft scouting part of hands-on experience for College of Business student

College of Business student Hunter Kirkhope scouted college football games before the NFL draft, giving him hands-on experience in his Bachelor of Science in Sport Analytics degree.

05/5/2025
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online newsroom,Athletics UA graduate is making waves in and out of the pool

As a standout swimmer and honors student, Abby Daniel has learned how to thrive in the deep end — both literally and figuratively.

05/2/2025
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online newsroom,Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences Taylor Swift’s lyrics enter the bookshelf and the classroom

Dr. Christopher Buford, associate professor of philosophy, has ventured into Swift’s lyrical landscape, contributing a chapter to the 2025 book “Taylor Swift and Philosophy – Essa... 05/2/2025

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