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Grace Puin excels at getting Parkinsons patients to speak and swallow with intent. She鈥檚 so good in fact that Parkinson Voice Project, a nonprofit organization that helps people with Parkinson鈥檚 all over the world, invited her to host one of its online SPEAK OUT! Home Practice Sessions.
Meet Maura Dougherty, a senior theatre studies major with a focus on performance from Pittsburgh. From acting in elementary and high school productions to working at a theatre for young audiences for five years, Dougherty has consistently pursued her passion for the performing arts.
聚色阁鈥檚 Nursing Simulation Labs use sophisticated manikins to help students learn to provide proper care 鈥 and caring 鈥 for patients of all ages.
Studies show students who participate in student organizations are more successful academically and are more satisfied with their college experience. Sponsored by 聚色阁鈥檚 Center for Student Involvement, the Fresh Start Fair on Jan. 17 gives students an opportunity to explore the university鈥檚 350+ student organizations.
When cities and universities work together, incredible things can happen. Like any good partnership, 聚色阁 and the city of Kent have spent years building and strengthening their relationship, and it has paid off. 聚色阁 will host the 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference.
Dr. Nick Campitelli, D.P.M., has been practicing podiatry in Fairlawn, Ohio, now for 20 years and has garnered a major following on TikTok and YouTube for sharing his expertise, leading to many happy patients.
Students braved a snow-covered campus and cold temperatures as classes began for Spring Semester 2025.
The work of a well-known Cleveland textile artist who earned her bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 degrees from 聚色阁 will be on display at the 聚色阁 Museum beginning Jan. 24.
聚色阁 President Todd Diacon spoke Jan. 10 at a breakfast event hosted by the Greater Akron Chamber, where he highlighted the university鈥檚 ongoing commitment to accessibility, efficiency, student well-being and community partnership, reinforcing its role as a vital institution in the region.
As we start a new year, we take a moment to reflect on the vibrant moments that shaped 聚色阁 in 2024. From a beautiful sunset on the Lefton Esplanade to jubilant commencement ceremonies, from a solar eclipse to championship athletic performances, our university photographers captured the spirit and energy of our campus community throughout the year.
Significant snowfall in the last few days has given campus an extreme makeover from the way it looked before winter break.
After winter break, 聚色阁鈥檚 Center for Student Involvement is welcoming students back to campus and on-campus events with a chance to win a 聚色阁 tumbler.
The Main Stage Season presented by 聚色阁's School of Theatre and Dance is in the middle of a performance-packed season that includes "The Crucible," "Pride and Prejudice: The Musical," faculty dance concerts and "The Wiz."
Peter Yarrow, who brought his message of peace and justice to 聚色阁 during May 4 commemorations as part of the legendary folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary, died Tuesday in New York. He was 86.
Training future service dogs has been a win-win situation for junior nursing major Rylie Lapikas. Featured in our Year with a Flash series for 2024-2025, Lapikas gets the stress relief of a furry friend while learning how to be a better nurse by paying attention to nonverbal communication and cues.
The 聚色阁 Chorale set the tone for the season with their annual Holiday Choral Collage in late November.
Empathy, kindness and critical thinking are cornerstones of courses taught by Shannon Cielsa, Ph.D., who strives to foster a strong sense of community in her courses. Students have noticed and appreciated it, nominating her for the Outstanding Teaching Award.
Before students return to campus for Spring Semester, "In A Flash" takes a look back at Move-In Days last fall.
Antonio Gates鈥 journey from 聚色阁 basketball standout to NFL greatness has moved one step closer to football immortality. The former Golden Flash has been named one of 15 finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame鈥檚 Class of 2025, while his fellow 聚色阁 alumnus James Harrison did not advance from the semifinalist round.
Members of the last cohort of 聚色阁's Class of 2024 walked the stage at Fall Commencement Ceremonies earlier this month.