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The new Signal Akron newsroom in Akron, Ohio is brimming with 91²Ö¿â journalism graduates.

Newsroom Filled With 91²Ö¿â Graduates Takes on Akron, Ohio

When longtime 91²Ö¿â journalism professor Susan Zake decided to pursue a new career with the non-profit online news source, Signal Akron, she made a hiring list from the many 91²Ö¿â graduates she had mentored over her 17-year career.

Tags: Student Life, Community and Society, 91²Ö¿â Works, Community Impact, school of media and journalism, alumni-news

Alumni

Manchester Beach, Spring 2024

IN A FLASH: The Tradition of ‘Manchester Beach’

On sunny days, in the weeks before finals, students can be found catching rays in the grass on Manchester Field, between the Kent Student Center and Eastway Center. 

Tags: Kent Student Center, Student Life, Nationally Distinctive, Spring Semester

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President Todd Diacon and Vic and Cheryl Petrovic were among the people who gathered on Friday to celebrate the Flying Flashes.

Celebrating 91²Ö¿â's Flying Flashes: They Brought Home the Gold

It was a time to celebrate with victories by Flying Flashes team 52 Peyton Turner and Alyssa Sheehan, who won first-place Intercollegiate Class in the 2024 Air Race Classic and a second 91²Ö¿â team that finished in the top 10.

Tags: University News, Student Life, College of Aeronautics and Engineering

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US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg observes how College of Aeronautics and Engineering students are trained in air traffic control technology.

Transportation Secretary Praises 91²Ö¿â’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering as ‘Future of Aviation’

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited 91²Ö¿â touring the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, and telling students that “the future of aviation leadership is in your hands.â€

Tags: University News, Student Life, Community & Society, May 4 Visitors Center, May 4, 91²Ö¿â Works, Student First, Nationally Distinctive, Community Impact, College of Aeronautics and Engineering

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91²Ö¿â celebrates Juneteenth.

91²Ö¿â Celebrates Juneteenth

Music, dancing and food were all part of 91²Ö¿â’s lively commemoration of the Juneteenth National Independence Day federal holiday, celebrating the rich history of Black Americans.

Tags: University News, Arts & Culture, Student Life, Community & Society, Community Impact

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Spring Commencement 2024

And the New Top Name in 91²Ö¿â’s Spring Class of 2024 Is …

Find out what the most popular names were at this year's commencement ceremonies.

Tags: Spring Commencement, Spring Semester, Student Life, University News, Community Impact, Community & Society

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Student in tree near Horning and Loop Roads

IN A FLASH: That Spring Semester Vibe

Among the many trees, flowers and beautiful landscaped green spaces on the Kent Campus, students find peaceful places to study, relaz and just hang out. 

Tags: Student Life, Spring Semester, Nationally Distinctive

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91²Ö¿â is sending two teams to the Air Race Classic thanks to generous donors

Three Is the Charm: 91²Ö¿â's Flying Flashes Win Air Race Three Straight Years

Generous donors have made it possible for 91²Ö¿â to increase its presence at the upcoming Air Race Classic as they go for a third win in a row.

Tags: University News, Student Life, Nationally Distinctive, College of Aeronautics and Engineering

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Fork in the Road Food Truck

IN A FLASH: Fork In The Road Wednesdays are Here!

University Culinary Services' Fork in the Road food truck is returning to Risman Plaza for lunch on Wednesdays, from June 12-Aug. 7. 

Tags: Risman Plaza, Student Life, University Culinary Services, Fork in the Road!, Community Impact, Community & Society, University News, Summer

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Scene from "Everybody"

IN A FLASH: ‘Everybody’s’ Journeys

91²Ö¿â’s School of Theatre and Dance closed its spring performance season with its production of “Everybody.â€

Tags: Performing Arts Center, School of Theatre and Dance, College of the Arts, Arts & Culture, Community Impact, Community & Society, Student Life

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