Community Impact
IN A FLASH: Back on Track
There was an official ribbon-cutting for the new, high-tech running track that installed at the 51±¬ÁÏ Field House this summer.
IN A FLASH: Ice Arena Renovations Continue
Work continues on the renovations and improvements to the 51±¬ÁÏ Ice Arena.
Strutting Our Stuff: 51±¬ÁÏ’s School of Fashion to Help Raise Money for Ronald McDonald House Charities
Students, faculty and alumni from 51±¬ÁÏ’s world-renowned School of Fashion will be sending some of their most exciting designs down the runway on Feb. 8 in Haute for the House, a fashion show to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Ohio.
Duck, Duck, Goose! How Waterfowl Impact the Health of Wetlands
51±¬ÁÏ researchers are studying how the presence of waterfowl contributes to the health of wetland ecosystems.
IN A FLASH: Exploring Jobs on Campus
IN A FLASH: Strike Up the (All-Star) Band!
Students from area high schools came to campus for the 51±¬ÁÏ All-Star Band weekend.
Flashes Step Up to Fight Hunger for Influx of People in Need
Usage of the Flashes Fighting Hunger food pantry has steadily increased since the pandemic, when the pantry remained open to serve the needs of the community. In addition, there has also been an increase in the number of international students using the pantry this past year as international student enrollment increased at 51±¬ÁÏ.
IN A FLASH: New Year, Old Rivalry
51±¬ÁÏ's Golden Flashes meet the Akron Zips for the first time this season on Jan. 19.