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School of Law,online newsroom Akron Law establishes 3+3 J.D. program with Wilberforce

The UA School of Law is partnering with Wilberforce University to establish an accelerated pathway for students to obtain both a bachelor‘s degree from Wilberforce and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) f... 10/4/2024

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2025 Spring,online newsroom,Akron magazine UA and YMCA team up to provide childcare relief for parenting students

This program is just one part of UA’s broader effort to provide comprehensive, wraparound services to its students.

10/2/2024
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online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science High school and college students compete in 3rd Annual Construction Olympics

The 3rd Annual Construction Olympics, held on September 20, 2024, at The University of Akron (UA), brought together around 50 high school students and 20 UA students for a day filled with exciting ... 09/30/2024

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online newsroom Knight Lectureship to feature live podcast interview of NPR’s Folkenflik

Knight Lectureship to feature live podcast interview of NPR’s Folkenflik


Media Contact: Cristine Boyd, cboyd@uakron.edu, 330-972-6476

09/27/2024
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online newsroom,Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences UA awarded nearly $500,000 to support victims of crimes

Rep. Sykes announces nearly $500,000 to the University of Akron to support victims of crimes.

09/27/2024
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CBA Home Page,online newsroom,College of Business Administration University of Akron College of Business prioritizes AI programming during 2024-25 academic year

The University of Akron College of Business is launching a comprehensive year-long slate of programming focused on the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

09/26/2024
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online newsroom Falling into Zips 100 – six ways to immerse yourself in Akron this season

Get ready to cheer, explore and unwind as you discover what makes this community truly special. 

09/23/2024
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online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science UA hosts grand opening of the Timken Foundation Center for Precision Manufacturing

This state-of-the-art renovated facility will provide a single space for research and student education, while contributing to workforce development for the manufactu... 09/20/2024

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online newsroom,College of Nursing,Akron magazine Nurse anesthesia operating room simulation lab offers opportunities for UA graduate students

Nurse anesthesiology students can refine their skills using state-of-the-art equipment in a flexible setting, with regular access for hands-on practice.

09/18/2024
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School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering,online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science Yu Zhu awarded $1M Department of Energy grant for redox flow battery research

Dr. Yu Zhu, professor at The University of Akron's School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering, has been awarded a prestigious $1,077,397 grant by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Basic ... 09/17/2024

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