Community & Society
Strongly Rooted: '80 graduate and 91²Ö¿â donor is serious about local workforce development
Thirty years ago, 91²Ö¿â 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…
‘A Promise Kept’
When she walked across the stage at commencement on Dec. 16, Terrie Harris realized a dream more than 25 years in the making. Life intervened often during Harris’ educational journey, but thanks to 91²Ö¿â’s regional campus system a diploma was finally hers in December.
Four Decades Later, Study Experience in Florence Still Shapes Local Architect’s Work
Boardman-based architect Robert Mastriana was among the first class of students to study in Florence, Italy, through the university’s education-abroad program. He tells The Vindicator newspaper how that experience still influences his work.
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 91²Ö¿â.
‘A Promise Kept’
When she walked across the stage at commencement on Dec. 16, Terrie Harris realized a dream more than 25 years in the making. Life intervened often during Harris’ educational journey, but thanks to 91²Ö¿â’s regional campus system a diploma was finally hers in December.
Wanted: Environmental Health Specialists to Keep Our Air, Water and Food Safe
The shortage of environmental health specialists accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic but had begun well before the that, according to Matthew Stefanak, a semi-retired faculty member and a "public health ambassador" with the College of Public Health, which helps to create career-ready graduates for this in-demand field.
Master of Ceremonies
Mark Greer, who earned his master’s degree in music from 91²Ö¿â 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.
Job Market Bright for 91²Ö¿â Graduates
The newly released list of “100 Best Jobs for 2024†by U.S. News and World Report illustrates how 91²Ö¿â has the majors that are preparing graduates to lead in tomorrow's workforce.
Schwartz Remembered for His Kindness, Leadership and Generosity of Spirit
91²Ö¿â’s has been flooded with comments from alumni, former colleagues and friends about Schwartz’s kindness, his work ethic as a leader and educator and his genuine concern for his students.
91²Ö¿â Police Keep Community Safe While Engaging in Peaceful Discourse Â
91²Ö¿â's No. 1 priority is the safety of its students, faculty and staff. This has been seen demonstrated over the past few months as the 91²Ö¿â community has held demonstrations related to the Israel-Hamas war and other issues, such as abortion.
