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May 4, 2021
Donaldson, 14 others earn All-OAC honors
AUSTINTOWN, Ohio -- Head Coach Scott Donaldson and wide receiver Maceo Matthews Jr. are among the 15 members of the »¨¼¾´«Ã½ football team who received All-Ohio Athletic Conference honors, as announced by the league on Tuesday. Donaldson received the Larry Kehres Coach of the Year award and Matthews Jr. won the Ed Sherman Award, given
Apr 30, 2021
Senior leaves legacy with grant for arts opportunities
Senior theatre major Caira Goldstein wanted to find a way to help foster the arts at »¨¼¾´«Ã½, and leave a legacy at her soon-to-be alma mater before she graduates in May. So she took on a big project: to write and apply for a grant to upgrade the recently renovated space in the Founders Little Theatre. She thrilled when she learned the $3,000
Apr 30, 2021
’20 education majors reflect on first year in their classrooms
Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day! On a day singled out to honor teachers and recognize the enduring contributions they make in our lives, we asked Class of 2020 education majors to reflect on their first year in the classroom as they launch into their careers to help mold and guide children in positive directions. As you might imagine, the
Apr 29, 2021
Annual golf outing gets new name, honors late alum
To honor one of its creators, the annual golf fundraiser for »¨¼¾´«Ã½ Athletics and The H Association is getting a facelift. »¨¼¾´«Ã½ Athletic Director Matt Palm announced on Tuesday that the event will now be named the Ron Linhart Memorial Back the Berg Golf Outing. The new name honors the late Ron Linhart '79, who passed away in November
Apr 29, 2021
Bio professor tackles COVID vaccine questions, concerns
As vaccines have become readily available to people age 16 and up, Dr. Justin Pruneski, an associate professor and chair in the department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, covered a discussion on COVID-19 and vaccine questions and concerns. This discussion was open to all students and faculty on Thursday, April 21, and was followed by a
Apr 27, 2021
Senior Honors students present capstone projects
This is a big week for 21 senior Honors students who will be graduating in about three weeks. Today through Thursday, four years of study as part of »¨¼¾´«Ã½â€™s Life of the Mind Honors Program will come together for the students. Each one worked with a faculty mentor for their capstone Honors course on a project to deepen their understanding of a
Apr 27, 2021
Grad students explore equine intervention strategies
What better way to spend a weekend afternoon than with some majestic creatures? Graduate counseling Professor Dr. Meagan McBride just piloted a new course that utilizes the stunning horses at Greenfield Stables to teach future counselors a different type of trauma intervention. Meagan’s weekend seminar course is delivered in four components: three
Apr 26, 2021
Young alum spreads word about life-saving organ donation
April is National Donate Life Month, a time for all Americans to celebrate the generosity of those who have saved lives by becoming organ, eye and tissue donors. That hits home for young alumna Hannah Griffith, ’18, and her family. When Hannah was a sophomore at »¨¼¾´«Ã½, her dad received a new heart. Lifeline of Ohio was the organization that
Apr 20, 2021
Worth the wait: France Residence Hall project complete
»¨¼¾´«Ã½â€™s grand old gal, the historic France Residence Hall, is now grander than ever. The long-awaited $8.5 million restoration and renovation project is officially complete, and it is beautiful. The restored France Hall – which includes the addition of an elevator, air conditioning, full accessibility, and annexes that house a two-guest
Apr 20, 2021
Anonymous donors create endowment to support HYPE
Anonymous donors have created an endowment fund that will positively impact every »¨¼¾´«Ã½ student, ultimately making them successful in their careers and lives. The lead gift to establish the endowment recognizes the generous and loyal support of alumni John M. and Marcene W. Busch to their alma mater. The John M. and Marcene W. Busch
Apr 19, 2021
»¨¼¾´«Ã½ receives $450K Choose Ohio First grant
The Ohio Department of Higher Education has awarded »¨¼¾´«Ã½ a grant of $450,450 through its Choose Ohio First initiative. Through this collaborative program, the ODHE hopes to provide substantive improvements to the pipeline of STEMM graduates and STEMM educators across the state. At »¨¼¾´«Ã½, the grant funds will provide
Apr 16, 2021
A collaboration between Enactus, Seneca Country Council of Homelessness
The »¨¼¾´«Ã½ student group Enactus and the Seneca County Council of Homelessness (SCCoH) collaboration has been critical to the Tiffin community in raising awareness of homelessness and taking action. This initiative began when »¨¼¾´«Ã½ Enactus reached out to the former director of United Way, Pat DeMonte, in the Spring of 2020 to see where
Apr 16, 2021
Tri-Alpha holds Induction Ceremony
The Tri-Alpha National Honors Society inducted its newest »¨¼¾´«Ã½ members in a virtual ceremony on Thursday evening. »¨¼¾´«Ã½'s chapter was established in March of 2020 recognizes and celebrates the academic achievements of first-generation college students. The ceremony inducted 27 new members, which included students, faculty, staff, and
Apr 13, 2021
Alum turns fitness fever into CrossFit business
CrossFit gym owner and athletic trainer Jared Ruffing, ’10, has knocked it out of the park, turning his passion for fitness into a successful local business alongside his brother, Justin. Jared graduated from »¨¼¾´«Ã½ with a bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training and Sport Management, focusing on Fitness. Years before coming to »¨¼¾´«Ã½, even
Apr 13, 2021
Minds@Work on display at annual Student Research Conference
Each spring for the past 28 years, »¨¼¾´«Ã½ hosts the Minds@Work Student Research Conference. It’s a great way for students to dig deep into topics they’re passionate about and practice their research and presentation skills. This year’s conference was held primarily virtually on Tuesday, April 13. This year featured 51 presentations and 11
Apr 6, 2021
Faculty members honored for excellence
The »¨¼¾´«Ã½ community extends huge congratulations to four faculty members, who have been honored for their excellence in teaching, research, commitment to the humanities and distinguished service. Normally a part of the winter Board of Trustees meeting annual dinner, the annual faculty awards were presented virtually on Friday, March 26
Apr 4, 2021
D3 Conversations: A #D3Week Celebration
Why »¨¼¾´«Ã½? It's the million dollar question … with a million different answers. As part of the NCAA's annual Division III Week celebration, we asked different pockets of »¨¼¾´«Ã½ students about their decision to come to »¨¼¾´«Ã½ and their experience at the university. Join us for D3 Conversations. I play two sports ... I used to play, but
Apr 1, 2021
Roxana Saberi: International News Reporter Taken Prisoner
Roxana Saberi, foreign correspondent for CBS News, has an immense amount of knowledge on dealing with conflict in a work environment, as well as how to transition into life after college. She shared her experiences and wisdom with »¨¼¾´«Ã½ students as the final HYPE Career Ready speaker this academic year. Saberi has traveled the world, covering
Apr 1, 2021
MAC project provides mental health resources to veterinarians
Veterinarians face unique job challenges. Their patients can’t speak or tell them what’s wrong. They often have to euthanize a patient with a treatable injury or illness because its caretaker can’t afford the remedy. Over time, these and other stressors weigh heavily on vets. Job challenges among the more than 70,000 veterinarians have led to
Mar 29, 2021
Vigil planned to honor Curtis Helman
Dear Classmates and Friends of Curtis Helman, Our campus will gather to share our loss and to remember Curtis Helman this evening at 9:00 pm. We will gather at Adams Academic All-American Plaza in front of Hoernemann Stadium for a candlelight vigil. Every death is difficult. The loss of a fellow resident, classmate, and teammate is especially
Mar 28, 2021
A loss to our community
March 28, 2021 Dear »¨¼¾´«Ã½ Community, We are writing to share some very tragic news with all of you. Early this morning, the »¨¼¾´«Ã½ community lost one of its own when sophomore student-athlete Curtis Helman was killed in an ATV accident in neighboring Wood County. Our campus is devastated at this news. We ask that all of us keep Curtis's
Mar 25, 2021
Young alum loves challenges, rewards of nursing profession
Tyler Hunter, ’18, has always known he wanted a career to help and care for others. That’s why he chose nursing. And thanks to an exceptional undergrad experience at »¨¼¾´«Ã½, with professors and coaches who pushed him and demanded excellence, he’s well on his way. For the past six months, Tyler has worked as a Critical Care nurse in the
Mar 25, 2021
Senior wins national forensics honor
Huge congratulations to senior Katie Bauman, who was selected as one of 10 National All Americans at this March's Pi Kappa Delta National Speech Tournament. A total of 520 students from 79 colleges and universities competed during this four-day competition held entirely online. According to Director of Forensics Dan Higgins, Katie's honor was
Mar 24, 2021
SMT bringing back popular summer camp, with hybrid design
After a year hiatus because of the pandemic, the School of Music & Theatre Summer Camp will be back and better than ever this June. This summer’s camp offers high school students (grades 8-12) a hybrid camp experience that will foster their love of the arts and keep everyone safe. This year’s summer camp, from June 14-18, will be a hybrid design