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Remembering the man who created Zippy
Richard L. Hansford started UA's Honors Program, and he led the effort to make the University's mascot a kangaroo.
01/7/2015
online newsroom
UA to host 2015 College Goal Sunday
Parents and students can get assistance with completing federal aid application.
01/7/2015
Research,online newsroom,Department of Polymer Science
Prolific and inventive UA professor receives national recognition
Dr. Frank Harris is the sixth University of Akron professor named as a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors.
01/6/2015
School of Education,online newsroom,CIS
Student teachers break biases and speech barriers
A supportive campus environment helped Maria and Lisa Withrow find their voices and a career path where they will be able to guide and nurture students of all types of abilities.
12/19/2014
Biology,Athletics,Alumni
Soccer pro honed skills in class and on the pitch at UA
Meet Kofi Sarkodie. He was a part of the 2010 soccer team that won UA's first national team title. While he plays for the Houston Dynamo, he's working to finish his biology degree. And he's grateful f...
12/19/2014
School of Dance, Theatre and Arts Administration,online newsroom,Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
UA students devising piece for theatre festival based on reactions to social issues
Under the guidance of UA Theatre Professor James Slowiak, the students will present an open rehearsal of their work Dec. 31.
12/18/2014
online newsroom
Stephanie Rymer heading to the front of the class
This second generation UA grad is fulfilling a nearly life-long dream to become a teacher.
12/18/2014
online newsroom,History
Book examines one of Civil War’s most disastrous units
In 'A Broken Regiment,' author Lesley J. Gordon tells the story of common soldiers whose tales do not conform to traditional narratives of military heroism.
12/16/2014
online newsroom,Biology
How bird eggs get their bling
University of Akron researchers discover the mystery behind brilliantly colored eggshell sheen.
12/12/2014
online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Engineering receives $1.25 million for scholarships and a career center
The Fred A. Lennon Charitable Trust gift will support engineering scholarships and new, a technology-rich Swagelok Career Center as the new “front door” to the College of Engineering.
12/10/2014
