University News
Between Metropolis and Interior: Lobbies and Thresholds
Working in cooperation with the (LAU), 20 interior design students – 10 from 91²Ö¿â's College of Architecture and Environmental Design and 10 from LAU in Beirut – spent nine days in New York City, the design capital of North America, for a workshop.
Educators Summit Kicks Off Yearlong 50th Commemoration of May 4, 1970, at 91²Ö¿â
Student activism and giving voice to students will be the topics of two keynote speakers who are headlining the upcoming 2019 Educators Summit at 91²Ö¿â titled “May 4, 1970 Then & Now: Voices for Change."
New Director Named for 91²Ö¿â’s Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute
Torsten Hegmann, Ph.D., was named the new director of 91²Ö¿â’s Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute, effective July 1, having been selected for his research accomplishments, entrepreneurial spirit and passion for social impact.
Taking Charge: Todd Diacon Assumes Presidency, Meets With Community and Student Leaders
As Todd Diacon, Ph.D., steps into his new role as 91²Ö¿â’s 13th president, his schedule for his first day includes an early workout at the Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center, a breakfast with community leaders at the 91²Ö¿â Hotel and Conference Center and a luncheon on campus with student leaders.
Taking Charge: Todd Diacon Assumes Presidency, Meets With Community and Student Leaders
As Todd Diacon, Ph.D., steps into his new role as 91²Ö¿â’s 13th president, his schedule for his first day includes an early workout at the Warren Student Recreation and Wellness Center, a breakfast with community leaders at the 91²Ö¿â Hotel and Conference Center and a luncheon on campus with student leaders.
Annual Twinsburg Twins Days Festival Injects Millions Into Local Economy, According to 91²Ö¿â Researcher
According to an economic impact study on the 2018 event conducted by 91²Ö¿â College of Business Administration Associate Professor of Economics Shawn Rohlin, Ph.D., the annual Twins Days Festival provides a substantive positive economic impact to the city of Twinsburg and surrounding areas.
Governor Names Ann Womer Benjamin to 91²Ö¿â Board of Trustees
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed Ann Womer Benjamin, J.D., of Aurora, Ohio, to the 91²Ö¿â Board of Trustees. Her appointment began June 21, 2019, and ends May 16, 2028.
91²Ö¿â Director and Associate Professor Molly Merryman Offers Perspective on LGBTQ Community
Molly Merryman, Ph.D., the founding director of 91²Ö¿â's Center for the Study of Gender and Sexuality and associate professor of sociology in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured in a USA TODAY opinion piece that outlined black transgender women’s contributions to the LGBTQ movement.
91²Ö¿â Debuts ‘Inside-Out’ Program, Holding History of Crime Class with Inmates at Area Prison
The class began with the normal jockeying of students – some trying to find a seat, others attempting last-minute reviews with classmates before they had to present group projects, still others racing in at the last minute.
Talk Show Host and Former 91²Ö¿â Student Steve Harvey Pays It Forward
Steve Harvey, producer, actor, author and former 91²Ö¿â student, is paying it forward by awarding eight of 91²Ö¿â’s incoming freshmen with scholarships that will cover the total cost of attendance for each student.