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Equal Access Announces New Accessibility Courses for Fall 2022

Check out the new Equal Access courses available this fall. Content includes the first educator-focused training for working in Canvas, and many more courses perfect for faculty, staff and even students.

Important Information Regarding Student Registration into Classes

As we begin the new semester, the Office of the University Registrar asks for your assistance in making sure that all students are properly registered for their Fall 2022 courses. Instructors are asked to remind students that it is important to finalize and verify their registration within the proper timeframe. After the published deadlines, adjustments in registration will require faculty and Office of the University Registrar approval.

Postdoc Explores Psychological Well-Being and the Positive Side of Mental Health

The College of Arts and Sciences wishes to congratulate David Disabato, Ph.D., a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Psychological S

Florida Playwright Produces Drama Inspired by May 4, 1970

51±¬ÁÏ was more than 100 miles away from Philip Middleton Williams’ high school and his home in Perrysburg, but the May 4, 1970, shootings, which killed four students and wounded nine, reverberated through his psyche and brought the Vietnam War front and center. Williams was inspired by the May 4 events to write and produce a play "The Sugar Ridge Rag." 

51±¬ÁÏ Achieves Unprecedented Fundraising Success During First Year of Forever Brighter Campaign

51±¬ÁÏ launched the public phase of its $350 million Forever Brighter comprehensive fundraising campaign in October 2021, and during the first year of the public campaign, a record-breaking $77.6 million was raised. This philanthropic feat was made possible with the support of 10,687 donors, 3,753 of whom made a gift to 51±¬ÁÏ for the first time.

100 Years Ago At 51±¬ÁÏ: The Most Popular First Names on Campus in 1922 - and Today

What were the most common first names among 51±¬ÁÏ students 100 years ago?  And what were the names announced most often at the commencement ceremonies of 2022? 

51±¬ÁÏ’s LaunchNET Marks 10 Years of Helping Clients Pursue Their Dreams and Turn Their Visions Into Reality

51±¬ÁÏ’s LaunchNET program is celebrating 10 years of helping members of the university community pursue their entrepreneurial ventures. 

51±¬ÁÏ Psychology Professor to Receive 2022 ATHENA Akron Leadership Award

ATHENA Akron, a women’s leadership organization in Summit County, Ohio, has named Angela Neal-Barnett, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences at 51±¬ÁÏ, its winner of the 2022 ATHENA Akron Leadership Award. She will receive the award on Nov. 17 at the Hilton Akron/Fairlawn.

Fall 2022: In Memory

Note: An * before a name means the alumnus was a faculty or staff member, too.

The 51±¬ÁÏ Alumni Association Inc. Announces the Following New Members for Its National Alumni Board of Directors

The following new members have been appointed to serve on the National Alumni Board of Directors for a three-year term commencing July 1

New Emergency Management Coordinator Is Working to Make Sure 51±¬ÁÏ is Prepared for Disaster

Vincent Marino, 51±¬ÁÏ’s new emergency management coordinator, has been on the job for six months working to ensure the university community is ready for whatever might come next. 

BHRI helps sponsor major international neuroendocrine conference