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online newsroom,College of Business Administration,Akron magazine $3 million Walcott Estate Gift benefits University of Akron students

Betty Walcott's estate gifts have transformed a scholarship at UA into the largest single-donor funded endowed scholarship in the COB now valued at $3 million, benefiting deserving undergraduate bu... 07/19/2024

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online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science Outstanding University of Akron engineering education experiences proven by student design teams' success

The University of Akron (UA) is home to some of the most talented and innovative students in the field of engineering. This spring, the Zips Aero Design Team and the Zips Racing Electric Design Tea... 07/17/2024

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online newsroom,College of Business Administration One faculty member's Fulbright journey in Portugal

Dr. Sydney Chinchanachokchai recently spent four months in Lisbon, Portugal as part of a Fulbright award in marketing, communication and media studies at the Polytechnic Institute of Lisbon.

07/10/2024
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Research,online newsroom University of Akron part of Sustainable Polymers Tech Hub selected for $51 million federal grant

Award was granted as part of federal $504 million Tech Hubs funding round

 

07/4/2024
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online newsroom AKRON ALL-IN Book Bundle reduces textbook costs for students

Beginning this fall, UA students can expect to save between 30% to 50% on their course materials through the AKRON ALL-IN Book Bundle.

07/1/2024
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online newsroom UAPD lieutenant graduates from Law Enforcement Foundation's Supervisor Training Program

Lt. Makenzie Callahan of the University of Akron Police Department (UAPD) recently completed the Law Enforcement Foundation’s Supervisor Training and Education Program (STEP) on May 22, 2024.... 06/28/2024

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online newsroom Career outcomes data show UA graduates are off to a strong start

UA empowers its graduates to embark on their career journeys soon after they earn their degree, as evidenced by new survey results that track career outcomes rates and other pertinent details from ... 06/28/2024

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online newsroom UA esports director named director of the year

Nathan Meeker ’04 was honored with the National Association of Esports Coaches and Directors (NAECAD) Director of the Year award.

06/28/2024
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School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering,online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science Stretching the Limits: Celebrating the Inventive Minds of the 2024 Rubber Band Contest

Congratulations to the winners, runners-up, and top 10 schools of the 16th Annual Rubber Band Contest for Young Inventors!

06/28/2024
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online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science Namani earns 2023 Rosalind Franklin Society Special Award in Science

This prestigious accolade recognizes Namani's exceptional achievements and profound dedication to scientific discovery.  

06/27/2024
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