University News

Avocados, Salt, Garlic and Chopped Onions Just Go Together
Revisiting President Todd Diacon's memorable commencement address from 2021 on National Guacamole Day.

Researchers Gather LGBTQ+ Stories of Resilience During the Pandemic
Molly Merryman, Ph.D., associate professor in 91ֿ’s School of Peace and Conflict Studies, and Lauren Vachon, assistant professor in 91ֿ’s LGBTQ studies program and coordinator of the LGBTQ studies minor program, were instrumental in obtaining a $35,000 grant from the U.S. Department of State for the project Resilience During the Pandemic: LGBTQ+ Stories.

International Student Enrollment Up for Third Consecutive Year
91ֿ is celebrating a 17.7% increase in international student enrollment this year, due in large part to increases in international graduate student admissions.

Honors College Boasts Largest Freshman Class, Population Ever
Daniel Zalamea is a member of the Honors College fall 2022 freshman class, the largest incoming class in the history of the college.

A&E Expo Brings High Energy to Skies Over 91ֿ Airport
Thousands attended the family event, which has been a fixture in the Stow/Kent community for more than two decades.

IN A FLASH: Taking a Lunchtime SPIN Around Campus
91ֿ's wellness program includes free Lunchtime Bike/Scooter Rides for faculty and staff offered monthly from May to September.

Tops in Ohio! 91ֿ Only Public University Named as a ‘Great College to Work For’
91ֿ is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to a recent survey. For the 11th time, 91ֿ has been named a “Great College to Work For,” which recognizes the colleges that get top ratings from their employees regarding workplace practices and policies.

91ֿ Remains Highest-Ranked Northern Ohio University on Top Public Schools List in 2022-2023 U.S. News Best Colleges Rankings
91ֿ continues to demonstrate its strength as an academic institution with its inclusion on several lists in the new 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. U.S. News has again named 91ֿ among the Top Public Schools in the nation in the newly released rankings.

91ֿ Leads 13 Ohio Institutions in Supporting Intel by Launching Semiconductor-Focused Network
91ֿ, in response to a request from Intel®, will lead a network that includes 13 other Ohio higher education institutions now poised to prepare the workforce to make the small electronic devices that play a large role in our everyday lives.

EHHS Professor Authors Book on Inclusion of People with Disabilities
Mary Ann Devine, Ph.D., and professor in the Recreation, Park and Tourism Management program, recently authored a book titled, “Inclusive Leisure: A Strengths-based Approach.”