Community Impact
Strongly Rooted: '80 graduate and 91ֿ donor is serious about local workforce development
Thirty years ago, 91ֿ alumna Elizabeth Bartz had a big decision to make. She had an excellent job in Washington, D.C., but was looking to move back home to Northeast Ohio. A 1980 graduate with a bachelor’s degree in journalism, Bartz earned her master’s degree in politic…
IN A FLASH: Exploring Jobs on Campus
91ֿ has more than 8,000 on-campus jobs for students. Student Employment Fairs – one in the fall and one in the spring – help connect students with job opportunities and network with on-campus employers. 91ֿ 75% of 91ֿ students are employed while they are taking clas…
Strongly Rooted: '80 graduate and 91ֿ donor is serious about local workforce development
Thirty years ago, 91ֿ alumna Elizabeth Bartz had a big decision to make. She had an excellent job in Washington, D.C., but was looking to move back home to Northeast Ohio. A 1980 graduate with a bachelor’s degree in journalism, Bartz earned her master’s degree in pol…
IN A FLASH: Strike Up the (All-Star) Band!
Students from area high schools came to campus for the 91ֿ 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 91ֿ.
IN A FLASH: New Year, Old Rivalry
91ֿ's Golden Flashes meet the Akron Zips for the first time this season on Jan. 19.
91ֿ Professor Cracks the Code
91ֿ computer science Professor Jonathan Maletic, Ph.D., and alumnus Michael Decker, Ph.D., are developing a new software solution, creating a world where the computer science community can effectively track changes and improve group code development.
Master of Ceremonies
Mark Greer, who earned his master’s degree in music from 91ֿ in 2009, has been chosen to serve as executive director of Akron’s bicentennial campaign. His success exemplifies the sense of community and bright future created by Golden Flashes today.
IN A FLASH: Young Golden Flash Fans Pack the MACC
On a special field trip day, more than 1,500 students from local elementary schools cheered 91ֿ's women's basketball team to victory.
Job Market Bright for 91ֿ Graduates
The newly released list of “100 Best Jobs for 2024” by U.S. News and World Report illustrates how 91ֿ has the majors that are preparing graduates to lead in tomorrow's workforce.