Tag: University of Akron

Sports

Charles Guthrie Appointed Director of Athletics at University of Akron

Charles Guthrie has been selected director of athletics at University of Akron, WKSU reported. Previously, Guthrie has served as athletic director at Clark College, San Francisco State University and University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. He holds a bachelor’s in political science from Syracuse University and a master’s degree in educational administration and policy from University of […]

May 5, 2021

Students

The University of Akron Announces Scholarship for Local Low- and Moderate-Income Students

Under the Zips Affordability Scholarship, the University of Akron plans to cover the cost of tuition for local low- and moderate-income full-time students, Akron Beacon Journal reported. To qualify, first-year students must be Pell grant-eligible and live within the six counties of Medina, Stark, Wayne, Cuyahoga, Summit and Portage. Since the scholarship is considered “last […]

April 2, 2021

News Roundup

University of Akron to Eliminate 80 Degree Programs

At the University of Akron, 80 degree programs will be eliminated within the next few years due to declining enrollment. Affected areas will include 10 Ph.D. programs, 33 master’s programs, 20 bachelor’s programs and 17 associate programs, FOX reported. The institution will focus on programs such as polymer science, biosciences and cybersecurity. Faculty will not […]

August 16, 2018

Sports

LeBron Adds to Education Support, Opens Public School

LeBron James, a forward for the Los Angeles Lakers, has opened a public elementary school named I Promise School. The school is a partnership between the Akron, Ohio Public School system and the LeBron James Family Foundation, Sports Illustrated reported. James has a history of supporting education initiatives across the country and providing scholarships to […]

July 31, 2018

News Roundup

Blimp-loving Collector Donates Relics to University of Akron

AKRON, Ohio — An airship aficionado’s memorabilia collection documenting the history of lighter-than-air flight is headed to the hometown of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and birthplace of its iconic blimps. The University of Akron is accepting 100 boxes of rare toys, books, photos and videos from New York City resident Alan Gross, who bills […]

March 12, 2018

Students

University to Offer Class on Trump, Victory in 2016 Election

AKRON, Ohio — Donald Trump is a businessman, celebrity, the next president of America- and now the topic of a new class being offered at the University of Akron. Professor Matthew Akers, director of government relations, has created a course called “Trump’s Triumph.” The university says it’ll focus on the Republican president-elect and his success […]

December 4, 2016

Students

University of Akron Calling for Buyouts, Recruitment Boost

AKRON, Ohio —The University of Akron plans to offer voluntary buyouts to employees, increase recruiting efforts of international students and restructure its scholarship system to address a looming deficit and declining enrollment. University of Akron President Matt Wilson outlined a two-year plan last week to shore up the school’s finances. The university hopes to finalize […]

November 27, 2016

Leadership & Policy

University of Akron Announces Interim President

AKRON, Ohio ― The University of Akron has announced its interim president. The university’s Board of Trustees on Monday named School of Law Dean Matthew Wilson as interim president. In a statement, the university says Wilson has increased enrollment and employment rates at the School of Law. Wilson says he’s humbled by the appointment. He […]

July 12, 2016

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Michelle Obama Launches Higher Ed Storytelling Initiative

First Lady Michelle Obama announced a new storytelling campaign as part of her Reach Higher Initiative earlier this week.

October 21, 2015