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GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

We build and maintain relationships throughout the community and with local, state and federal goverments, striving to advance the University's mission and to lift the region's economy.


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Hands-on, real world experiences

We are assisting The Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics in creating more opportunities for Bliss student interns in local, state and federal offices.

UA visit to Washington DC for Ohio's Birthday party

The Ohio Birthday Party

Wednesday, March 4 in Washington, D.C.
To become a sponsor or to attend one of the Ohio Socials, please contact Christine Franz.

See 2020 Sponsors

See photos from 2019


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Dr. Matthew AkersDr. Matthew Akers

Public Liaison and Assistant Director of the Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics at The University of Akron

330-972-7954
akers1@uakron.edu