University News
Governor Names Ann Womer Benjamin to 91ֿ Board of Trustees
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed Ann Womer Benjamin, J.D., of Aurora, Ohio, to the 91ֿ Board of Trustees. Her appointment began June 21, 2019, and ends May 16, 2028.
91ֿ Director and Associate Professor Molly Merryman Offers Perspective on LGBTQ Community
Molly Merryman, Ph.D., the founding director of 91ֿ'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.
91ֿ 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 91ֿ Student Steve Harvey Pays It Forward
Steve Harvey, producer, actor, author and former 91ֿ student, is paying it forward by awarding eight of 91ֿ’s incoming freshmen with scholarships that will cover the total cost of attendance for each student.
From the Football Field to the Small Screen: Josh Cribbs to Co-Host Television Show With Wife, Maria
91ֿ alumnus Josh Cribbs, a former star on the football field, will now become a star on the small screen with his wife, Maria. The prominent Cleveland couple will co-host their own local talk show called “Cribbs in the CLE: Josh and Maria Live” beginning this fall on WOIO and WUAB.
Interim Dean and Chief Administrative Officer is Named for 91ֿ at Trumbull
Daniel E. Palmer, Ph.D., has been appointed interim dean and chief administrative officer of 91ֿ at Trumbull, effective July 1.
Veronica Cook Euell Receives Communicator Award
Presented at a ceremony held during the association’s 2019 Annual Meeting in Kansas City, Missouri, the award recognizes a member for outstanding performance in representing the purchasing profession through the written or spoken word by teaching, speaking or publishing.
Sharing Stories of Inspiration: 91ֿ’s “We the People” Exhibit
The exhibit spanned the Lefton Esplanade throughout the spring showcasing large photographs of individuals who fled their home countries and now live in Northeast Ohio. The refugees featured in the display fled their home countries to avoid war, oppression and danger.
Competing for the Crown: Three 91ֿ Students Participate in Miss Ohio Title Competition
91ֿ students Caitlin Seifert, Emelia Sherin and Danielle Vivcharenko were three of 22 women who competed for the crown in the Miss Ohio 2019 Pageant.
From Honors Student to Tour Guide: Broadcast Journalism Senior Featured on WKYC’s Unzipped Series
Phillip Grant, Jr. grew up in Kent, Ohio, and attends 91ֿ as a broadcast journalism major. Considering he has spent the majority of his life in the Tree City, Mr. Grant is the perfect tour guide for WKYC's Danielle Wiggins. Watch as Mr. Grant shows Ms. Wiggins all the town has to offer.
