University News

91ֿ Awarded $1.2 Million For Choose Ohio First Scholarships
The Ohio Department of Education recently awarded 91ֿ $1.2 million to support Choose Ohio First scholarships. This funding will support learners pursuing associate degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields and expand options for students seeking two-year degrees at the University's Regional Campuses and its College of Applied and Technical Studies.

Dialogue and Difference: Freedom of Expression Takes Center Stage
Understanding academic freedom and freedom of expression were the topics of Tuesday’s “Dialogue and Difference” session, part of a series designed to engage the 91ֿ community in discussions that will advance our core values of freedom of expression, respect and kindness in all we do.

No Ifs, Ands or Nuts
91ֿ Culinary Services is proud to present DI Dining as a certified nut-free facility.

91ֿ is Now an Adobe Creative Campus
The Division of Information Technology has finalized a deal with Adobe that will give 91ֿ the Adobe Creative Campus designation. In addition to discounts on Adobe services, students and faculty will now have access to top-tier support and resources.
Movers and Shakers
91ֿ and the University of Akron went head-to-head during the Crosstown Throwdown Move Challenge. Faculty and staff competed against “the school down the road” in the event to promote well-being, comradery, and healthy competition. Guess who won?

High Schoolers Will Learn 91ֿ Freedom and Citizenship Through 91ֿ’s New Teagle Foundation Program
A pilot program in 2023 led to a $250,000 implementation grant from the for 91ֿ to establish , a program that will enable promising underserved high school seniors in Northeast Ohio to increase their college preparedness, civic engagement and a sense of belonging

Personalized Employee Wellness in the Spotlight
91ֿ's Employee Wellness program has been working to provide physical, mental and emotional support to faculty and staff for years. And it’s definitely being recognized.

91ֿ, Other Higher Education Institutions Victims of False Threats
On Feb. 26, 91ֿ notified the Kent Campus community about an unverified threat at Kent Hall that was deemed to be not credible. 91ֿ is not alone. Schools and institutions across the country have been receiving false threats.
Alumna’s Murals in Oscar Ritchie Hall May Link Past with the Future
In 1971, alumna Yvonne Bandy, a 91ֿ art and design major, painted two of the murals that now hang in Oscar Ritchie Hall.

Countdown to the Eclipse: New Webpage Shares Illuminating Info 91ֿ Plans for April 8 Eclipse
The new webpage includes a wide variety of helpful information, including a countdown timer, cool wallpaper downloads, updates for class schedules on April 8, details about eclipse-related events on campus and information about eye safety during the eclipse.