VIDEO from Medialink and General Motors: Mississippi State University Wins Challenge X - a Four Year Competition by the Department of Energy May 23, 2008
-- Ultracapacitors -- West Virginia University and the University of Akron used ultracapacitors to source high levels of power for short periods of time and recapture energy from braking. Registered journalists can access video, audio, text, graphics and photos for free and unrestricted use at. (PR Newswire)
State grants over $143 million to get top researchers May 22, 2008
For Northeast Ohio, it means a commitment of more than $73 million to projects that will involve the University of Akron, Case Western Reserve University, Kent State University, the Northeast Ohio Universities College of Medicine and the Cleveland Clinic. "This is a historic moment for us," said Eric Fingerhut, Board of Regents chancellor. (Cleveland.com)
Hardball Classic a hit for a good cause May 20, 2008
Tevepaugh, who's being recruited by the University of Akron, has played at Progressive Field in other tournaments, but he found the return just as enjoyable as the other times he'd played here. Just as in the first ballgame, Kenston coach Randy Tevepaugh and Aurora coach George Snider emptied their benches. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Baseball Wins First MAC Title Since 2002 WIth 4-3 Win At Akron May 18, 2008
AKRON, Ohio - ninth inning RBI-single drove home the game-winning run on Saturday afternoon, as the Bowling Green State University baseball team earned a share of its' first Mid-American Conference Regular-Season Championship and East Division Title since 2002 with a 4-3 victory over the University of Akron at UA's Lee Jackson Field. With one out and two runners on, the junior from Findlay, Ohio pounded a 1-2 pitch through the left side of the infield to bring home from second and earn the... (Bgsufalcons.com)
Falcons Finish 11th at MAC Championships May 18, 2008
Award Winners MEN * Most Valuable Performer: Eric Alejandro, Eastern Michigan * Most Outstanding Track Performance: Clint Allen, Eastern Michigan * Most Outstanding Field Performance: Cadeau Kelley, Akron * Coach of the Year: Dennis Mitchell, Akron * 2008 Outdoor Track Champions: The University of Akron. WOMEN * Most Valuable Performer: Joy Eloms, Western Michigan * Most Outstanding Track Performance: Becky Horn, Western Michigan * Most Outstanding Field Performance: Stevi Large, Akron * Coach... (Bgsufalcons.com)
Five-Run Eleventh Gives Baseball A 12-7 Extra-Inning Victory Over Akron May 17, 2008
to a 12-7 extra-innings win on Friday over the University of Akron at UA's Lee Jackson Field in game two of their three-game Mid-American Conference series. Following an eighth-inning rally by the Zips that forced extra innings, the Falcons got out of a bases loaded jam in the 10th and made UA pay for the missed opportunity, platting five runs on five hits in the 11th to earn their 10-straight victory. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Sectional baseball: Riverside shuts out Shaker Heights May 16, 2008
" Miller mustered the only two hits off Brown, a University of Akron recruit who struck out 10 and walked one. "I knew coming in, I'd have to be at the top of my game," said Brown. "I felt like I had really good velocity on my fastball, and I was just moving it around. " To reach this Plain Dealer reporter: bfortuna@plaind.com, 216-999-4665 INSIDE HS SPORTS SHARE THIS STORY SITE TOOLS SPONSORED LINKS | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | ? 2008 Cleveland Live, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Use of... (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Baseball's Win Streak Reaches Nine With, 15-9, Win At Akron May 16, 2008
AKRON, Ohio - Nine runs in the first four innings helped the Bowling Green State University baseball team break open an early 9-1 lead en rout to a 15-9 victory over the University of Akron on Thursday at UA's Lee Jackson Field in game one of their three-game Mid-American Conference series. BG scored three runs in the first, third and fourth innings with four runs coming via home runs from and , as the run total was more than enough for starter Frank Berry, who earned his sixth victory of the... (Bgsufalcons.com)
Meyer Named WSU Linebackers Coach May 15, 2008
Following his first tenure at the University of Akron, Meyer was the head football coach and athletic director at St. Vincent-St ... A 1976 University of Akron graduate, he was the defensive coordinator at Bethany College from 1982-86. (Wsuathletics.com)
Football Eagles Begin 2008 Season Against Kent State In 2nd Annual Patriot Bowl May 13, 2008
In the 2007 FirstMerit Patriot Bowl, the University of Akron Zips defeated the Army Black Knights 22 to 14. FirstMerit Bank is the title sponsor for three years (2007, 2008 and 2009). (Bceagles.com)
McKeesport's Marshall commits to Akron May 10, 2008
But Marshall, a 7-foot junior, turned down the bigger schools and decided to attend the University of Akron in the Mid-American Conference. Marshall made a verbal commitment to Akron a few weeks ago and it became public yesterday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Plan in works to encourage youth role in government May 9, 2008
Bowden, who has her bachelor's degree from Mississippi Valley State University and her master's degree in communications from the University of Akron, thought about the idea and did some research. She found the idea was not unprecedented. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Riverside doubles up Willoughby South May 8, 2008
Brown, a University of Akron recruit, erased the 1-0 first-inning lead the Rebels mustered on an error, a walk to Curtis Winrod and an Austin Ingraham single by launching a third-inning leadoff home run over the 350-foot fence in right-center field. It started a five-run inning that was aided by consecutive singles from Mickie Tufts and Kevin Bernay, a walk to Tyler Falvey and a two-out, bases- loaded single by Justin Nockengust. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
No More Needles: Toward An Artificial Pancreas For Fighting Diabetes May 7, 2008
The new device, developed by Joseph P. Kennedy and colleagues at the University of Akron in Ohio, is coated with a permeable polymer membrane that is key to its success. In addition to improving the exchange of insulin and glucose between the islet cells and the blood, the polymer membrane helps increase the supply of oxygen to the cells for improved function and lifespan. (Science Daily)
LeBron: The one and only May 6, 2008
The team began practicing at the University of Akron and began playing in far-flung time zones. Having some national matchup games televised on ESPN2 was one thing. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Courtney Vinson Hired as Director of Compliance Services May 3, 2008
Vinson was most recently an Assistant Director of Compliance at the University of Akron ... Vinson was most recently an Assistant Director of Compliance at the University of Akron. (Clemsontigers.com)
Falcons Finish the Season on the Road May 2, 2008
University of Akron - Zips (5/3 - 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.) The Falcons will finish the 2008 season in a two game road series against Akron. the Zips are currently 17-34 overall and 6-12 in the MAC after falling to Penn State (1-4). (Bgsufalcons.com)
King James - Hoops May 2, 2008
There was a collective brushing the dust off of all of the team's games on Friday night at the University of Akron. None of the games had much flow or consistency as the majority of teams were still trying to overcome the travel to the tournament. (Louisville Sports -- Rivals.com)
News in Brief Apr 15, 2008
One dollar from every ticket sold for tonight's game against University of Akron will go to the program, said Michael Barasch, vice president of communications for Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and assistant coordinator of Medlar Mania. Following the game, the Greek Week pairing that sells the most tickets to the game will play a coed softball game on Medlar Field at Lubrano Park. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Black Male Summit draws 700 to host UA Apr 13, 2008
As Richard Davis listened to a speech at the University of Akron on Friday about the plight of black men in America, he quickly jotted down notes to make sure he didn't miss any key points ... The Black Male Summit continues today from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the University of Akron. (Cleveland.com)
David Shammo Named Vice President of Gulfstream Natural Gas System Apr 11, 2008
Shammo earned a bachelor of science in business administration degree from the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio. A native of Ohio, Shammo will relocate to the Tampa area from Houston. (PR Newswire)
ASICS University & FILA Cadet National Freestyle and Greco-Roman Wrestling Championships Apr 11, 2008
Where: University of Akron, Athletics Field House, 289 South Union St.. Schedule: Today: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. University and FILA Cadet Greco-Roman preliminaries; 3 p.m.-conclusion (approximately 8 p.m.) preliminaries through finals. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Falcons Down Zips, 6-1, in First Dual Match at New Courts Apr 6, 2008
And, the Falcons celebrated the occasion by posting a 6-1 win over the University of Akron Saturday afternoon (April 5). The Mid-American Conference dual was held before a sun-drenched crowd of observers at the BGSU tennis complex. (Bgsufalcons.com)
James' AAU tourney grows to 3rd largest Apr 5, 2008
Games will be held at the University of Akron, Kent State and at many elementary, middle school and high school gymnasiums. More than 200 colleges are expected to send recruiters for the final two days of the event, Joyce said. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Falcons Top Preseason MAC Favorite, Downing Buffalo, 4-3 Apr 5, 2008
The Falcons return to action Saturday afternoon (April 5), hosting the University of Akron. Weather permitting, the BGSU-UA match will begin at 1:00 p.m. at the BGSU tennis complex, located on the north side of Stadium Drive. (Bgsufalcons.com)
McCain shies away from religion talk Apr 3, 2008
It s a personal commitment and sense of duty as oppose to a doctrinally sophisticated faith, a proselytizing faith or an ideological faith, explains Green, also a political science professor at the University of Akron. McCain feels as though he s talk about his faith when he s talking about duty, commitment. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Falcons Picked to Finish 10th In Track and Field Preseason Poll Mar 29, 2008
Complete MAC Release The University of Akron women's track and field team was tabbed to capture the 2008 MAC Women's Track and Field Championship as voted on by the league's head coaches. Akron women have won the last two MAC Outdoor titles and a total of five straight between the indoor and outdoor seasons. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Players to watch Mar 28, 2008
Andrew Brown, P, Sr., Riverside: University of Akron recruit pitched seven complete games, posting a 6-3 record, 2. 41 ERA and 84 strikeouts in 58 innings. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
N.I. Concert Band to perform Tuesday Mar 27, 2008
He previously served as assistant director of bands at The University of Akron (Ohio), and director of bands at Albion College (Mich. . (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Obama bounces back - speech seemed to help Mar 26, 2008
"The tendency for politicians, when dealing with race and religion, is to just steer clear of them - to go with race-neutral politics," said John Green, a professor of political science at the University of Akron in Ohio and a fellow at the Pew Forum on Religion c Life. "Romney just danced around the issue. It was a complete nonstarter," Hollinger said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Falcons Await Quarterfinal Foe Mar 15, 2008
McCoy, who spent the past two seasons with the University of Akron, will have two years of eligibility with the Falcons after sitting out this season due to NCAA transfer rules. The Freshmen Seven freshmen, , , , , , , and , have made their debut as Falcons in 2007-08. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Women's Hoops Guarantees Post Season Bid With Historic Win at Akron Mar 6, 2008
AKRON, Ohio - Needing only 12 points entering the night to jump on the all-time scoring list, senior tallied her third consecutive 20-point excursion on the court as the Bowling Green State University Falcons beat the Zips of the University of Akron, 69-54. With the victory, BGSU claims its historic fourth regular season Mid-American Conference crown; they are the only team in the history of MAC women's basketball to win four straight regular season titles in as many seasons. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Falcons Travel East to Close Season at Akron Mar 5, 2008
the final scheduled match-up will send Bowling Green State University east to the University of Akron on Wednesday, Mar ... BSGU vs. University of Akron, 7:00 p.m. RADIO: WBGU 88 ... Freshman guard tallied a game-high 18 points, all coming in the first half, as she helped to guide the Bowling Green State University women's basketball team to an 88-56 win over the visiting University of Akron in the Mid-American Conference opener on Jan. 9. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Achter Once Again MAC East POW as BGSU Sweeps Honors Mar 4, 2008
Bowing Green will have one last road test as they travel east to face the University of Akron in Rhodes Arena at 7:00 p.m.. BGSU WOMEN'S BASKEBALL. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Accountability in Ghanaian Universities Recap & Retort Mar 4, 2008
Is it not the case that Ohio State University, The University of Akron, Cleveland State University, even Ohio University, are PUBLIC universities. And what is Mr. Michael Boakye-Yiadom, a Resident Hall Manager of one of those Residence Halls built or owned by the public for the use of students talking about any way. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
ON CAMPUS REPORT Mar 4, 2008
The University of Akron won the meet with 106. n Fellow Dakota grad Vincent Alber, who is also a Wisconsin-Platteville wrestler, finished third among 141 pounders. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Prep basketball, college basketball, baseball, auto racing Mar 3, 2008
At University of AkronThursday, 6:15 and 8:00Whitmer (18-5) vs.Perrysburg (22-1)Akron Firestone (20-3)vs ... NOTESTICKETS: For the Boys Division I Regional Semifinal between Perrysburg and Whitmer at the University of Akron will be on sale for $6 at Perrysburg High School Today-Wednesday from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and Tomorrow-Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m.. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Falcons Finish Eleventh at MACs Mar 2, 2008
The University of Akron successfully defended their indoor title by racking up 106 points. Western Michigan (96), Miami University (88), Ball State University (86), Central Michigan (55. (Bgsufalcons.com)
USF Bull Bits Feb 29, 2008
the other two dates are University of Nevada Las Vegas : March 15-16, and at the University of Akron: March 22-23. The 350 to 400 student athletes attending these camps are high-level, extremely competitive college recruits representing the upper echelon of talent from the East, South, West, and Midwest. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Women's Cross Country Falcons Named an All-Academic Team Feb 27, 2008
Appalachian State University Arizona State University Arkansas State University Austin Peay State University Ball State University Baylor University Belmont University Binghamton University Boston College Bowling Green State University Bradley University Brigham Young University Brown University Butler University California Polytechnic State University California State University, Fresno Central Connecticut State University Central Michigan University Clemson University Coastal Carolina... (Bgsufalcons.com)
US religious identity is rapidly changing Feb 26, 2008
"The continuing decline in the size of Protestantism is very important for American culture and American politics," said John C. Green, a professor of politics at the University of Akron and a fellow at the Pew Forum. The traditions of civility, tolerance, and individualism are values that arose from Protestantism, Green said. (Boston Globe)
Dems' Ohio debate comes at key moment Feb 26, 2008
"I don't see it being as nice and cozy as the one in Texas," said Stephen Brooks, associate director of the Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics at the University of Akron, referring to Thursday's largely civil debate in Austin. Even Clinton's supporters say she must win Ohio and Texas on March 4. (USA Today)
Businesses cash in Feb 24, 2008
John Zipp, chairman of the sociology department at the University of Akron in Ohio, doubts that spring training provides that much of a boost. He studied the impact of baseball's 1994 strike on Florida's Grapefruit League the next spring, when the labor problem remained unresolved. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Horizon League Swimming and Diving Championship Day Three Moved to Akron Feb 23, 2008
CLEVELAND, Ohio - Day three of the 2008 Horizon League Swimming and Diving Championships will be contested at the University of Akron, due to a water main break at Busbey Natatorium. Due to the change in venue, the time schedule has been adjusted to allow for travel times. (Csuvikings.com)
Horizon League Championships Moved To Akron On Friday Feb 23, 2008
CLEVELAND, Ohio - The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee swimming g team will compete in day three of the Horizon League Championships tonight at the University of Akron instead of in Cleveland, Ohio. Head coach announced earlier today that due to a water main break on the campus of Cleveland State University, Busbey Natatorium has been shut down and the schedule for the remainder of the Horizon League Championships will be scheduled on a day-to-day basis. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Big wins in Wisconsin, Hawaii make it Obama's race to lose Feb 20, 2008
"Winning is becoming psychologically important," says John Green, a political scientist at the University of Akron, in Ohio. "If she wins 51 percent [in Texas and Ohio], her team will feel better though it won't change the delegate count much.". (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Zips Hold Off Falcons, 65-56 Feb 17, 2008
com) - The University of Akron withstood a Bowling Green State University second-half run, holding off the Falcons by a 65-56 count Saturday afternoon (Feb. 16). (Bgsufalcons.com)
On the stump for Obama, Kennedy still works magic Feb 17, 2008
" Does he derive a sort of nourishment from these things? He never answered that one. Instead, he turned it into a question about the qualities of Barack Obama. "He stays on message," explained one staffer. The package the message comes in is important to listeners, whether it be because of the content or the Kennedy brand. John Bishel, a chemistry student at the University of Akron, drove from his home in Columbus, he confessed, simply to hear a Ted Kennedy speech. "I definitely was drawn by... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Medlock, Eagles Stop Falcons, 78-68 Feb 14, 2008
BGSU will host the University of Akron on Saturday afternoon (Feb. 16), beginning at 2:00 p.m. at venerable Anderson Arena. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Falcons Head to Ypsi for Midweek Matchup Feb 13, 2008
following the EMU game, the Falcons will return home and also return to intra-divisional action, hosting the University of Akron on Saturday (Feb ... among other things, the article stated, 'halfway through the season, Orr is the clear leader for Coach of the Year honors in the MAC." HOME (AND ROAD) IMPROVEMENT With at least eight games remaining this season, the Falcons have matched or surpassed last year's win totals in numerous categories ... The Falcons have a MAC record of 6-4 this year ...... (Bgsufalcons.com)
Lubbock Mayor Proclaims Wednesday Feb 12, 2008
After serving as an assistant at Indiana for two years and one as an assistant coach with the Zips of the University of Akron, that reflection became reality at Texas Tech. (Texastech.com)
Track Teams Compete at St. Valentine's Invitational Feb 11, 2008
In the Roo Town Open at the University of Akron, qualified in the pole vault and took fifth place by clearing a height of 12'1. 50". Other GVSU student-athletes also competed at Saginaw Valley State University, with the results provided at the link below.. (Gvsulakers.com)
The Recruiting Game Feb 6, 2008
Tom Stacy, head coach of perennial football powerhouse Massillon High School and a former Division I assistant coach at the University of Akron can already sense the pressure to identity and churn out prospects earlier and earlier ... I d be shocked if we go another year or two without one, said Reno Ferri, the recruiting coordinator for the University of Akron and former Youngstown Mooney standout. (Bucknuts.com)
No decision in Gordon situation Feb 6, 2008
Joseph is now a freshman at the University of Akron. "Players knew about the box, and it was their responsibility to come down and get [letters]," said Rob Straus, a former volleyball player. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Jewish Power’ mushrooms in Ohio Feb 1, 2008
That s the link that University of Akron political scientist John Green makes to explain the extraordinarily high level of leadership this year by Jews in state government Jews traditional political activism behind the scenes pays off when allies take power. Jews are strong Democrats and thus prominent in Democratic Party circles. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Man who e-mailed bomb threat to university gets 2 years probation Jan 26, 2008
AKRON, Ohio (AP) - A man who e-mailed a bomb threat to the University of Akron has been sentenced to two years of probation. The bomb threat last year caused authorities to evacuate classrooms, offices and labs in one building. (WKRC.com, OH)
Michigan State Track And Field Travels To Notre Dame Jan 25, 2008
LAST WEEKENDThe Michigan State men's team finished behind the University of Akron, taking second place with a total of 83 points at last weekend's Akron Quad. Red-shirt junior came in first in the 60m (6. (Msuspartans.com)
Zips Shut Down Falcons, 80-44 Jan 21, 2008
AKRON, Ohio - The host University of Akron scored 18 of the game's first 20 points en route to an 80-44 win over the Bowling Green State University men's basketball team Sunday night (Jan. 20). (Bgsufalcons.com)
Falcons Head to Akron for Sunday Night Hoops Jan 20, 2008
the Falcons of head coach head to Northeast Ohio for the second consecutive weekend, taking on the University of Akron in a Sunday night (Jan. 20) contest. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Swimming and Diving Falcons Set to Travel to Akron Jan 18, 2008
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio - After a winter break of heavy training, the Bowling Green State University Falcons will open up the 2008 Mid-American Conference schedule on the road, as they compete against the University of Akron Zips on Saturday (Jan 19. . (Bgsufalcons.com)
Moten, Falcons Run Past the Bulls, 83-70 Jan 18, 2008
20) game at the University of Akron. That game will begin at 7:00 p.m. at Rhodes Arena. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Michigan State Set to Compete In Akron Quad Jan 18, 2008
AKRON QUAD Michigan State travels to Akron, Ohio on Friday, Jan. 18 to compete in the Akron Quad hosted by the University of Akron. In addition to the Zips, MSU will match-up against Central Michigan - the third meeting this season - and Western Michigan. (Msuspartans.com)
Golden Flashes Muted in Record Breaking Road Win Jan 17, 2008
The Falcons sank 10 against the University of Akron in the conference opener. To date this season's squad has hit 118 total three's. (Bgsufalcons.com)
BGSU Takes On Ohio in Grudge Match Jan 12, 2008
9) win over the University of Akron, head coach (2001-pres; 136-63) beat Jaci Clark's (1991-98; 135-65) record of 135 wins in seven years with the Falcons. with the record secured, he will now have 15 remaining games on the regular season schedule to earn the eight needed wins to surpass Fran Voll (1984-91; 144-60) as the winningest coach in BGSU wbb history. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Prochaska's 18 Guides Women's Basketball To 88-56 Win Over Akron Jan 10, 2008
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio - Freshman guard tallied a game-high 18 points, all coming in the first half, as she helped to guide the Bowling Green State University women's basketball team to an 88-56 win over the visiting University of Akron in the Mid-American Conference opener. The Wednesday evening MAC contest was held at Anderson Arena. (Bgsufalcons.com)
