University of Akron Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences News

UA Steel Drum Band concert airs May 21 on Western Reserve PBS

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

"Hammer on Steel: Steel Band Paradise" features highlights from the Steel Drum Band's April concert at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall.

UA Press publishes critical edition of literary magazine

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:00:00 EDT

English professor Jon Miller has edited the latest offering for The University of Akron Press.

JOHN HUSS receives Outstanding Researcher Award

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:15:00 EDT

John Huss, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, has been selected for UofA's 2013 Outstanding Reseacher award.

Michael Martin: Achieving his dreams, one at a time

Fri, 03 May 2013 08:51:00 EDT

Michael Martin, who took a nontraditional path to college success, is one of the students chosen to speak on behalf of the Spring 2013 Class at commencement ceremonies May 10-12 at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall.

Chiari research team draws crowd to Akron

Wed, 01 May 2013 08:38:00 EDT

The Conquer Chiari Research Center at UA — the first of its kind — opens its doors for an open house.

Homes and the arts combine for this spring's Arts-in-Residence Series

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:50:00 EDT

Annual series supports programs for students in the visual and performing arts at UA.

UA freshman proves most persuasive

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:40:00 EDT

Paige Dobbins won first prize and $1,000 at the annual School of Communication Speech Competition April 23.

Extreme-action simulcast performance connecting UA and Streb April 27

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:34:00 EDT

UA dance and theatre students have honed new skills for months to prepare for the innovative collaboration.

Donation of wetlands to UA honored with national award

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 10:39:00 EDT

The Environmental Law Institute is honoring Steve and Jerry Panzner for their gift of 104 acres of restored wetlands to The University of Akron for use as a living laboratory.

Rachel Walter masters teaching and music on two continents

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:03:00 EDT

Honors music education major Rachel Walter has had a one-of-a-kind student teaching experience this semester — working with classes in both Australia and here in Northeast Ohio.