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CONVOCATION | Aug. 19
Join President Proenza and other UA officials for new student convocation at 4 p.m. at Coleman Common.
MACHINE GUN KELLY | Aug. 26
Join ZPN and E.J. Thomas Hall in this LIVE concert free to all students with a valid UA Student ID 9 - 11 p.m.
CRAIG KARGES | Aug. 23
Join RHPB at E.J. Thomas Hall at 9:09 p.m. for psychic magician Craig Karges and his amazing act.
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Week of Welcome offers a variety of activities and programs to kick off fall semester. Among them are a few major events, some old-standing traditions, and some exciting new opportunities that you will not want to miss! |
2011 Schedule of Events
Friday, Aug. 19
| Date | Event | Location | Sponsor Information |
| 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Computer Configuration to Campus Network | Bierce 52C or Polsky 267 | Information Tech. Services |
| Let Zip Support Center staff help you configure your computer to the UA network | |||
| 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Healthy Handouts | Health Services - Rec Center 260 | Student Health Services |
| Free healthy gift to the first 150 visitors to Student Health Services during Week of Welcome 2011. | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Farmers' Market | Lock 3 - Downtown Akron | Lock 3 Live |
| Fresh produce, farm products, local art, etc. |
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| 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. | Lunch Hour Concert | Lock 3 - Downtown Akron | Lock 3 Live |
| Grab your lunch and a few friends. We’ll provide the seating and entertainment! | |||
| Noon - 3 p.m. | IDEA's Program Open House |
Schrank Hall North 353 |
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| The IDEAs Program at the College of Engineering is committed to increasing diversity and inclusive excellence in the fields of engineering and enhancing enrollment, retention and graduation of engineering students - particularly students from underrepresented groups (African-American, Hispanics and American Indian). The Open House will include the following: 1) Scholarship Contract with the IDEAs Program, 2) Meet classmates from the IDEAs Program and 3) Optional building tours. Light refreshments will be served. |
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| 1 - 3 p.m. | Greet on the Street | South of Exchange St | |
| Off-Campus Student Services will give FREE ice cream and department information to students moving into the neighborhood south of campus. | |||
| 1:30 - 3 p.m. | Welcome Orientation for new Engineering Students |
Auburn Science Center, room 120/122 |
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| The College of Engineering Administration and returning students students would like to welcome you and your parents. We will be answering questions and providing insight as to what to expect as an incoming engineering student. This information can be extremely helpful in making this transition a smooth one. |
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| 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Welcome Reception for College of Business Administration Freshman | InfoCision Stadium, 5th floor | College of Business Administration |
| Opportunity for incoming CBA freshman to meet staff and faculty | |||
| 4 - 5 p.m. | New Student Convocation | Coleman Common | New Student Orientation |
| Annual convocation ceremony for all new UA students and their family | |||
| 5 - 6:30 p.m. | Convocation Celebration |
Coleman Common | Student Life |
| Welcome to campus! Student Life will be sponsoring a Convocation Celebration with music, refreshing snacks, and cookies for the class of 2015 and their families immediately following Convocation. This is a great time to socialize and get to know your classmates! |
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| 7 - 9 p.m. | Rock the Lock Concert | Lock 3 - Downtown Akron | City of Akron |
| Mr. Speed, A tribute to KISS | |||
| 8 - 10 p.m. | Pirates of the Caribbean - On Stranger Tides | Student Union Theatre | Zips Programming Network |
| Pirates of the Caribbean On Stranger Tides will be playing in at Student Union Theater at 8:00pm This event is sponsored by the Zips Programming Network and is FREE to all UA students |
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| 9:09 - 10:30 p.m. | Comedian Buzz Sutherland | E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall | RHPB, RHC and Residence Life and Housing |
| 16 Time Comedian of the Year, Buzz Sutherland, returns to The University of Akron to kickoff Welcome Weekend Festivities! His quick wit, unmatched charisma, and ability to work clean have taken Buzz to the very top of the college comedy world! |
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| 11 p.m.- 1 a.m. | Life After Dark in the Student Union | Student Union Ballroom | Department of Student Life |
| Looking for something to do late night around campus? Come on over to the Student Union and join us for food, fun, and new friends. With a DJ here to play your requests and spin today's hits, this event promises to be a great time! Refreshments provided as well! |
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Saturday, Aug. 20
| Date | Event | Location | Sponsor Information |
| 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Campus Focus Outdoor Extravaganza | Camp Carl - Ravenna, Ohio | Campus Focus |
| Join other incoming freshman as we head out to Camp Carl in Ravenna, Ohio for a day of outdoor adventure. Choose from paintball, horseback riding, high ropes, rock climbing wall, canoeing, frisbee golf, ultimate frisbee, a soak in the pool and much more. Pick-up location will be in the loop in front of the JAR. There will be 2 pick-up times: 8:30 a.m. and noon. The morning session will leave at 8:30 a.m. to return at 1 p.m., and the afternoon session will leave at noon to return at 4:30 p.m. Free lunch will be provided to everyone at 12:30 p.m. Sign up at www.campusfocus.org. |
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| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Computer Configuration to Campus Network | Bierce 52C or Polsky 267 | Information Tech. Services |
| Let Zip Support Center staff help you configure your computer to the UA network | |||
| Noon - 11 p.m. | National Hamburger Festival | Main Street - Downtown Akron | City of Akron |
| The region's top burgermeisters strive to perfect the sandwich first created by two Akron brothers in 1885. | |||
| Noon - 6 p.m. |
ZPN Welcome Back Game Room |
Student Union Gameroom |
Zips Programming Network |
| Join the Zips Programming Network (ZPN) for an afternoon of bowling, billiards, video games, music, friends, and fun! | |||
| Noon - 3 p.m. | Football Open Practice and Autograph Session | InfoCision Stadium - Summa Field | Department of Athletics |
| All students are invited to attend open football practice and preview the 2011 team. Immediately following practice (approximately 2:00 pm) will be an autograph session with the Zips team and coaching staff. | |||
| 2 - 4 p.m. |
Tyler Perry's Medea's Big Happy Family |
Student Union Theatre |
Zips Programming Network |
| Join us for Tyler Perry's Medea's Big Happy Family for FREE in the Student Union Theater at 2 p.m. | |||
| 2 - 4 p.m. | Greek Life Ice Cream Social | Student Union Ballrooms | Greek Life Programs |
| Come enjoy FREE ice cream and get to meet representatives from the 24 fraternities and sororities on campus. If you're interested in joining, there will be information available about the recruitment process! | |||
| 5 p.m. | Catholic Mass | Saint Bernard Catholic Church |
St. Bernard Catholic Church |
| Meet up with other students for church and to learn more about the closest Catholic Church to the UA campus | |||
| 8 - 10 p.m. | Movie: Pirates of the Caribbean - On Stranger Tides |
Student Union Theatre | Zips Programming Network |
| Pirates of the Caribbean On Stranger Tides will be playing in at Student Union Theater at 8:00pm This event is sponsored by the Zips Programming Network and is FREE to all UA students | |||
| 8 - 11 p.m. | Casino Night and Live Band Karaoke |
EJ Thomas Hall |
RHPB/EJ Thomas Hall |
| Play black jack, roulette, slots, and more for FREE! Then sing to some karaoke with a live band! This FREE Event is Sponsored by RHPB and EJ Thomas Hall Door prizes at the event | |||
| 11 p.m. - 1 a.m. | Life After Dark in the Student Union |
Student Union Ballroom |
Department of Student Life |
| Looking for something to do late night around campus? Come on over to the Student Union and join us for food, fun, and new friends. With a DJ here to play your requests and spin today's hits, this event promises to be a great time! Refreshments provided as well! |
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Sunday, Aug. 21
| Date | Event | Location | Sponsor Information |
| 9:30 and 11:30 a.m., 8 p.m.; Spanish Mass 6:30 p.m.; 8 p.m. College Student |
Sunday Religious Services | St. Bernard-St. Mary Church | St. Bernard-St. Mary Church |
| Meet up with other students for church and to learn more about the closest Catholic Church to the UA campus | |||
| 9 and 10:40 a.m., 6:40 p.m. | Sunday Religious Services | The Chapel | The Chapel |
| Meet up with other students for church and to learn more about this non-denominational Christian church located adjacent to campus | |||
| 9:30 and 11 a.m. | Sunday Religious Services | First Congregational Church | First Congregational Church |
| Meet up with other students for church and to learn more about First Congregational Church located adjacent to campus | |||
| 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Computer Configuration to Campus Network | Bierce 52C or Polsky 267 |
Information Tech. Services |
| Let Zip Support Center staff help you configure your computer to the UA network | |||
| Noon - 1:30 p.m. | Summit College First-Year Celebration on the ROOf Top |
West Campus Parking Deck - 4th floor |
Summit College |
| Summit College is hosting a Celebration on the ROOf top for the Summit College incoming freshman and their families. This event will provide the new students an opportunity to socialize and become familiar with other students, the Summit College Student Organizations and our wonderful faculty and staff all while playing games, enjoying delicious food and winning prizes. | |||
| Noon - 7 p.m. | National Hamburger Festival | Main Street - Downtown Akron | City of Akron |
| The region's top burgermeisters strive to perfect the sandwich first created by two Akron brothers in 1885 | |||
| 1 - 3 p.m. | Roo Fest 2011 | Student Union Ballrooms | Student Life |
| RooFest is your opportunity to come and learn about the many involvement experiences that are available within our registered student organizations on campus. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet, ask questions, and get to know student organization leaders and members. With more than 240 registered organizations, we know there is an organization that fits your interest, major, or hobby! | |||
| 8 - 11 p.m. |
Dating Coaches |
Student Union Ballrooms | Zips Programming Network |
| Enjoy a crash-course education getting the girls / boys from bona-fide dating experts Dave Ahdoot and Ethan Fixell! These two comedians will divulge valuable dating advice to students through reenactments, monologues, interactive exercises, videos, and original songs from their over 200 failed double dating experiences. This is an event you don't want to miss! | |||
Monday, Aug. 22
| Date | Event | Location | Sponsor Information |
| 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Welcome Team | Various Campus Locations | New Student Orientation |
| Don't know where your class is located? Welcome Team volunteers will point you in the right direction! | |||
| 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Zip into the new Bierce Learning Commons |
Bierce Library |
University Libraries |
| Need help finding your classes? Or tips on how to find books, check out laptops, or use the catalog? Come to the newly renovated Bierce Library and ask our experts! There will be a staffed table with campus and library information inside the front doors to answer your questions. While you are here participate in our scavenger hunt in the transformed Bierce Learning Commons! | |||
| 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. | Computer Configuration to Campus Network |
Bierce 52C or Polsky 267 | Information Tech. Services |
| Let Zip Support Center staff help you configure your computer to the UA network | |||
| 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences Welcome Event |
CAS Building Atrium |
Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences |
| Prizes and giveaways. Meet & greet with advisors and student club representatives. | |||
| 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Welcome to Computer Based Assessment & Evaluation | Schrank Hall North 152 | CBA&E |
| Students and faculty using computer based testing can stop by and learn how to make the most of the testing experience! | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Operation ID - Book Marking Program | Student Union Bookstore |
University Police |
| University Police will mark your textbooks with an invisible crayon for easy identification | |||
| 6 - 8 p.m. | Win the Game |
Student Union Ballroom |
Student Life |
| Come enjoy fun, food, friendship, and a variety of games! You don't want to be late to this event because if you win the game, you WIN THE GAME! Really....play the game, win the game. What is the game? You have to come to find out! | |||
Tuesday, Aug. 23
| Date | Event | Location | Sponsor Information |
| 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Welcome Team | Various Campus Locations | New Student Orientation |
| Don't know where your class is located? Welcome Team volunteers will point you in the right direction | |||
| 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. | Computer Configuration to Campus Network | Bierce 52C or Polsky 267 |
Information Tech. Services |
| Let Zip Support Center staff help you configure your computer to the UA network | |||
| 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Welcome to Computer Based Assessment & Evaluation | Schrank Hall North 152 | CBA&E |
| Students and faculty using computer based testing can stop by and learn how to make the most of the testing experience! | |||
| 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences Welcome Event |
CAS Building Atrium |
Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences |
| Prizes and giveaways. Meet & greet with advisors and student club representatives. | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Summit College Tutorial Services and Labs Open House |
Polsky Building 3rd Floor |
Developmental Programs |
| Receive some treats and find out about Summit College Tutorial Services. Take a mini-tour of our labs so you'll know where to go when you need help with math, writing, reading, or study skills. | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Operation ID - Book Marking Program | Student Union Bookstore |
University Police |
| University Police will mark your textbooks with an invisible crayon for easy identification | |||
| Noon - 6 p.m. | Zip into the new Bierce Learning Commons | Bierce Library | University Libraries |
| Need help finding your classes? Or tips on how to find books, check out laptops, or use the catalog? Come to the newly renovated Bierce Library and ask our experts! There will be a staffed table with campus and library information inside the front doors to answer your questions. While you are here participate in our scavenger hunt in the transformed Bierce Learning Commons! | |||
| Noon - 6 p.m. | Welcome to Adult Focus |
Schrank Hall North - Room 260 |
Adult Focus |
| Information for Adult/Veteran students about services and resources available. Come meet the staff. Refreshments will be provided. Win prizes like football and soccer tickets, gift cards and more. | |||
| 6 - 8 p.m. | IFC Recruitment Event on Coleman Common |
Coleman Common | Greek Life Programs |
| Enjoy free pizza and music while you meet members from each IFC fraternity. The Interfraternity Council (IFC) will have information available on how you can join one of their 12 fraternities. This is a great way for you to meet more people and to learn what joining a fraternity is all about! | |||
| 7 - 9 p.m. | How to Party | Student Union Theatre | National Pan-Hellenic Council |
| Come learn how to party in preparation for the National Pan-Hellenic Councils (NPHC) Icebreaker on Thursday, August 25. The National Pan-Hellenic Council will provide you with an overview of proper party protocol, a history on strolling, and provide an introduction to the 7 NPHC fraternities and sororities on our campus. | |||
| 9:09 - 10:30 p.m. | Psychic Magician Craig Karges |
EJ Thomas Hall | RHPB |
| Tables float, minds are read, metal bends and your imagination is challenged because you won't believe your eyes! | |||
Wednesday, Aug. 24
| Date | Event | Location | Sponsor Information |
| 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
Computer Configuration to Campus Network |
Bierce 52C or Polsky 267 |
Information Tech. Services |
| Let Zip Support Center staff help you configure your computer to the UA network | |||
| 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Welcome to Computer Based Assessment & Evaluation | Schrank Hall North 152 | CBA&E |
| Students and faculty using computer based testing can stop by and learn how to make the most of the testing experience! | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Summit College Tutorial Services and Labs Open House | Polsky Building 3rd Floor | Developmental Programs |
| Receive some treats and find out about Summit College Tutorial Services. Take a mini-tour of our labs so you'll know where to go when you need help with math, writing, reading, or study skills. | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Operation ID Book Marking Program | Student Union Bookstore | University Police |
| University Police will mark your textbooks with an invisible crayon for easy identification | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Party in the Penthouse | Simmons Hall 301 and 306 | Counseling and Career Centers |
| Join the Counseling Center and Career Center for an open house of free food, games and prizes! | |||
| 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | USG Luau | Outside Student Union near Starbucks | USG |
| The USG Luau is Undergraduate Student Governments prime event to begin the new school year. The Luau features a tropical beach theme with music, decorations, and refreshments to match. This event capitalizes on the exciting spirit of Week of Welcome by offering students a fun venue to interact, raising awareness and understanding of USG, and providing inclusion of other student organizations. | |||
| 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Ice Cream with the Dean | Knight Chemical/Mary Gladwin Walkway | College of Nursing |
| Come and enjoy some free ice cream and visit with the Dean. | |||
| 3 - 4:30 p.m. | Keep in Touch Mentor/Mentee Meet and Greet | Polsky Building room 567 | Summit College |
| This is an opportunity for Summit College KIT Mentees and Mentors to meet face to face. All Mentees and Mentors will be asked to attend this fun and informative social event. Refreshments will be provided. | |||
| 3 - 5 p.m. | Multicultural Students Welcome Cookout | Coleman Common | Multicultural Development |
| The Multicultural Student Organizations and The Office of Multicultural Development presents The Multicultural Students Welcome Cookout, an event where you can find out about student organizations, academic programs and services available for multicultural students at UAkron. Fun, food, music and much much more! | |||
| 4 - 6 p.m. | SRWS Welcome Olympics | Coleman Common | Student Recreation & Wellness Services |
| Join us for an informal "Olympics" - everything from an outdoor mountain bike course to water balloons. | |||
| 4 - 6 p.m. | Summit College Tutorial Services and Labs Open House | Polsky Building 3rd Floor | Developmental Programs |
| Receive some treats and find out about Summit College Tutorial Services. Take a mini-tour of our labs so you'll know where to go when you need help with math, writing, reading, or study skills. | |||
| 6 - 9 p.m. | IFC Recruitment Event on North Quad | North Quad | Greek Life Programs |
| Come meet members from each IFC fraternity and learn more about how you can join a fraternity. The Interfraternity Council (IFC) will have be handing out give-aways, as they share information on upcoming recruitment events. This is a great way for you to meet more people! | |||
Thursday, Aug. 25
| Date | Event | Location | Sponsor Information |
| 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. | Computer Configuration to Campus Network | Bierce 52C or Polsky 267 |
Information Tech. Services |
| Let Zip Support Center staff help you configure your computer to the UA network | |||
| 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Welcome to Computer Based Assessment & Evaluation | Schrank Hall North 152 | CBA&E |
| Students and faculty using computer based testing can stop by and learn how to make the most of the testing experience! | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | SRWS Welcome Olympics |
Coleman Common | Student Recreation & Wellness Services |
| Join us for an informal "Olympics" - everything from an outdoor mountain bike course to water balloons. | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Operation ID Book Marking Program |
Student Union Bookstore |
University Police |
| University Police will mark your textbooks with an invisible crayon for easy identification | |||
| 5 - 7 p.m. | Greet on the Street | South of Exchange St | Off-Campus Student Services |
| Off-Campus Student Services will give FREE ice cream and department information to students moving into the neighborhood south of campus. | |||
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5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
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IFC Recruitment Event - Chapter House Tours |
Student Union Ballrooms |
Greek Life Programs |
| Meet members of the Interfraternity Council (IFC) in the Student Union for guided tours of our fraternity houses. Tours will leave the Student Union on the 3rd floor at 5:30, 6:00 and 6:30 p.m. After the tours, information will be shared on individual fraternities upcoming recruitment events. | |||
| 7:05 - 10 p.m. | Akron Aeros vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels | Canal Park - Downtown Akron | Akron Aeros |
| Come out and watch the Aeros beat their Eastern League rivals | |||
| 8 - 10 p.m. | Movie: Arthur | Student Union Theatre | Zips Programming Network |
| Arthur will be playing for FREE in the Student Union Theater at 8 p.m. | |||
| 10 p.m. - 2 a.m. | National Pan-Hellenic Council's Icebreaker |
Student Union Ballrooms | Greek Life Programs |
| UA's National Pan-Hellenic Council hosts a night of dancing, partying and fun. This event requires a Akron Student ID and valid state drivers license for entry. There is an admission fee for this event. | |||
Friday, Aug. 26
| Date | Event | Location | Sponsor Information |
| 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. | Computer Configuration to Campus Network | Bierce 52C or Polsky 267 |
Information Tech. Services |
| Let Zip Support Center staff help you configure your computer to the UA network | |||
| 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Welcome to Computer Based Assessment & Evaluation | Schrank Hall North 152 | CBA&E |
| Students and faculty using computer based testing can stop by and learn how to make the most of the testing experience! | |||
| 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | College of Engineering IDEA's Tutorial Study Center Open House | Schrank Hall North 353 | College of Engineering |
| The IDEAs Tutorial Study Center is located in Schrank Hall North 353. It offers free tutoring to all engineering students. Come check where we are and meet tutors. Light refreshments will be served. | |||
| 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | ZPN Festival | Coleman Common | Zips Programming Network |
| ZPN will be ending the first week of classes in style again this year! We are bringing the ZPN Festival back and it will be better than last year. Enjoy free food, music, prizes, inflatables, and many more activities! All you need to do is show up with your student ID and sign a wavier! | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Farmer's Market | Lock 3- Downtown Akron | Lock 3 Live |
| Fresh produce, farm products, local art, etc. | |||
| 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Operation ID Book Marking Program |
Student Union Bookstore |
University Police |
| University Police will mark your textbooks with an invisible crayon for easy identification | |||
| 5 - 10 p.m. | IFC Recruitment - Individual Chapter Events | Varies by Chapter Event | Greek Life Programs |
| All fraternities will be holding a recruitment event at either their chapter house or another on campus location. Feel free to visit as many recruitment events as you like! For more information on these event please email gogreek@uakron.edu. | |||
| 7 - 9 p.m. | Rock the Lock Concert | Lock 3 - Downtown Akron | Lock 3 Live |
| The Machine performs Pink Floyd | |||
| 8 - 10 p.m. | Movie: The Beaver | Student Union Theatre | Zips Programming Network |
| The Beaver will be playing for FREE in the Student Union Theater at 8 p.m. | |||
| 9 - 11 p.m. | Machine Gun Kelly Concert | E.J. Thomas Hall | Zips Programming Network and EJ Thomas Hall |
| Attention Students!!! You asked for MACHINE GUN KELLY and we got him! Don't miss the Ohio Hip Hop Award winner's LIVE performance on Friday, August 26th at 9 pm. Close out your Week of Welcome in style and officially settle in for a fun filled school year! The concert is FREE to all STUDENTS with a VALID UA Student ID. This event is sponsored by EJ Thomas and the Zips Programming Network (ZPN) | |||
Explore Akron: Visit the Akron Art Museum - FREE!
Admission is free to all UA students through a special partnership with the Akron Art Museum for the 2011-12 academic year. All students must do is show their Zip Cards.
For more information, call 330-972-7429.
Akron Art Museum
One south High St.
Akron, OH 44308
(Two blocks north of Quaker Square)
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