Few Surprises Among Browns Roster Cuts Sep 6, 2009
Waived were fullback Charles Ali, cornerback Brandon Anderson from the University of Akron, quarterback Richard Bartel, cornerback Tra Battle, linebacker Branndon Braxton from Youngstown Ursuline High School, linebacker Titus Brown, center Dustin Fry, defensive tackle Adam Hoppel from Lisbon Beaver High School, wide receiver Paul Hubbard, running back Chris Jennings, wide receiver Lance Leggett, offensive lineman Pat Murray, wide receiver Jordan Norwood, tackle/guard Kurt Quarterman, defensive... (BerniesInsiders.com)
Akron Rallies To Knock Off Milwaukee Sep 5, 2009
- Brionna Patterson had 16 kills to lead three players in double figures as the University of Akron claimed a 22-25, 25-23, 21-25, 25-22, 15-9 win over the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Friday on the first day of the Magnolia Classic. had 15 kills to lead Milwaukee (0-3), while and added 14 apiece. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Resume Cheating Soars In Tough Economy Sep 3, 2009
She claimed to be a graduate of Akron University -- which is actually called the University of Akron. Stanfield said she didn't think about the consequences. (CBS News)
New Malden Catholic headmaster ready to greet students Aug 26, 2009
He holds bachelor s and master s degrees in education from the University of Akron, Ohio, and is a member of the National Association of Secondary School Administrators and C.A.S.E. (Council for Advancement and Support Education). Ed is a lifelong educator, a Catholic leader with a steadfast commitment to the mission of Catholic schools, and a seasoned executive with proven performance as the longstanding head of an outstanding school, said Ted Legasey, chairman of the Malden Catholic Board of... (Stoneham Sun, MA)
A hand to hold (1) Aug 25, 2009
""Child-life and family studies" is its own discipline, and all specialists have either a bachelor's or a master's degree in the subject. (Usually, their other degree is in a field such as social work or education.) Only a few universities, including the University of Akron, offer master's programs, and the application process is highly selective.Child-life specialists take medical terminology and anatomy classes and must do a 100-hour practicum and several hundred hours of clinical work to... (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
The Origin of Rubber Boots Aug 22, 2009
"Goodyear was obsessed with rubber," says Chris Laursen, the science and technology librarian for the at the University of Akron, a professional organization for the rubber industry within the American Chemical Society. "He foresaw a world in which everything was made out of rubber.". (Scientific American)
The upside of not retiring Jul 31, 2009
Continuing to work gives people a sense of meaning and purpose, says psychology professor Harvey Sterns, director and senior fellow at the Institute for Life-Span Development and Gerontology at the University of Akron in Ohio. And that can translate into lasting mental and physical vigor. (MSNBC -- Health)
Running Back Derrick Coleman nominated for the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team Jul 29, 2009
Arizona Sate University - Mike Nixon Auburn University - Walter McFadden Ball State - Brandon Crawford Baylor University - Joe Pawelek Boise State University - Richie Brockel Brigham Young University - Jan Jorgensen Central Michigan University - Dan LeFevour Clemson University - Xavier Dye Colorado State University - Adrian Martinez Duke University - Kevin Jones Indiana University - Jammie Kirlew Kansas State University - Jeron Mastrud Louisiana State University - Lyle Hitt Middle Tennessee... (Uclabruins.com)
LeBron dunk video Jul 23, 2009
On Wednesday, and released different versions of the much-anticipated video of Xavier's Jordan Crawford dunking on NBA MVP earlier this month at Nike's LeBron James Skills Academy at the University of Akron. The TMZ footage, presumably shot via cell phone and looking about as steady as the San Andreas Fault, shows Crawford dunking over James in the middle of a pickup game. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
UMass-Lowell buy to enliven city’s core Jul 16, 2009
The University of Akron, for example, bought a hotel in downtown Akron, Ohio, in 2007 to house more than 200 students. While some raised concerns the loss of hotel rooms would hurt convention business, the university s redevelopment of the hotel has helped the downtown, said Mark Williamson, a Akron spokesman. (Boston Globe)
MEDIA MUSINGS: LeBron dunk tape mystery, studs & duds Jul 14, 2009
In a story that has since morphed into the basketball version of Big Foot, the Loch Ness Monster and UFOs in Roswell, Xavier's Jordan Crawford dunked on James last week at Nike's LeBron James Skills Academy at the University of Akron. The dunk was filmed by a pair of freelance videographers, but before the world could see Crawford's YouTube moment, Nike officials confiscated the tapes. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Click here for the 2009 Men's Soccer Schedule Jul 3, 2009
University of Akron Tournament. 09/18/09. (Slubillikens.com)
Billikens Announce 2009 Men's Soccer Schedule Jul 3, 2009
SLU concludes its five-match non-conference road swing at the University of Akron Tournament, where SLU faces Florida International Sept. 18 before taking on national power Akron Sept. 20. The Zips, who return seven letterwinners from last year including three All-Americans, went 17-2-4 a season ago and advanced to the third round of the NCAA Tournament. (Slubillikens.com)
Akron basketball coach Dambrot gets extension Jun 21, 2009
AKRON, Ohio - The University of Akron says it has approved a two-year contract extension for men's basketball coach Keith Dambrot. Dambrot's contract was renewed on Wednesday through June 2016. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Akron's Dambrot gets extension through 2016 Jun 18, 2009
AKRON, Ohio (AP) -- The University of Akron says it has approved a two-year contract extension for men's basketball coach Keith Dambrot. Dambrot's contract was renewed on Wednesday through June 2016. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Akron Approves Extensions For Dambrot, Kest Jun 18, 2009
(Sports Network) - The University of Akron on Wednesday agreed to contract extensions with men's basketball coach Keith Dambrot and women's basketball coach Jodi Kest, while softball coach Julie Jones received a three- year contract. Dambrot had a two-year extension approved and is now under contract through June 30, 2016. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Electric Vehicle Company Myers Motors Receives JumpStart Ventures Investment Jun 16, 2009
Over the past few years, Myers has been collaborating with the University of Akron to further develop the battery technology and battery management system (BMS) used to power the vehicle. Myers Motors is enhancing its BMS to be more efficient and cheaper than systems used in other electric vehicles. (PR Newswire)
Teen celebrates graduation, gift of life May 30, 2009
She plans to attend the University of Akron this fall, where she will study child life, a program that combines child development and health care. She wants to work one day in a pediatric hospital and teach seriously ill children how to cope with their situations. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Dodgeland seniors receive scholarships, awards May 29, 2009
She plans to attend the University of Akron for a degree in speech pathology. Brad Bade, Dalton Hiley and Jacob Berndt all received Army College Fund and GI Bill. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
High School Athletes of the Week: Jules Femiani and Pierre Carr (Today) May 27, 2009
He will attend the University of Akron but will not be eligible to play football as a freshman because of academics. Was it tougher to win PIAA titles this year than last year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
HIGH SCHOOL SCOREBOARD May 27, 2009
At University of Akron. Regional semifinals. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
PIAA Track And Field Championships: Peabody's Carr joins elite group with wins May 24, 2009
Carr is headed to the University of Akron to play football, although he is academically ineligible to play as a freshman. He might run track for the Zips, too. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Aerosolized Nanoparticles Show Promise For Delivering Antibiotic Treatment May 22, 2009
D. from Washington University School of Medicine, and colleagues from the Center for Silver Therapeutics Research at the University of Akron in OH investigated the efficacy of nanoparticle-encapsulated silver-based antibiotics for treating pulmonary infections in a mouse model of pneumonia. Treatment with antibiotic-laden nanoparticles effectively eliminated respiratory infections in mice that had been inoculated with Pseudomona aeroginosa, a common bacterial species that often infects the... (Science Daily)
Falcons Fifth After Day Two of MAC Championships May 16, 2009
AKRON, Ohio - The Bowling Green State University track and field team scored 17 points on day two of the Mid-American Conference Championships, hosted by the University of Akron. The Falcons' 31 two-day point total trails only Akron (66), Ohio (45), Kent State (42. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Women's Track: Two School Records Set This Weekend May 12, 2009
Parker, participating in the Campbell Wright Open on the campus of the University of Akron, set the school mark in the 800m crossing in 2:14. 00. (Goduquesne.com)
Millington to Travel to Portugal with US U-18 National Team May 12, 2009
DEFENDERS (6): Gale Agbossoumonde (unattached; Syracuse, N.Y.), Chad Barson (University of Akron; Lewis Center, Ohio), Paolo Del Piccolo (Colorado Rush; Lakewood, Colo. Gregory Garza (Sporting CP; Grapevine, Texas), Kofi Sarkodie (Akron; Huber Heights, Ohio), Zarek Valentin (PA Classics; Lancaster, Pa. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Falcons Head to Akron for MAC Championships May 12, 2009
The Bowling Green State University track and field team will travel to Akron, Ohio for the 2009 Outdoor Mid-American Conference Championships, hosted by the University of Akron. The three-day event will take place on the Lee Jackson Track and Field Complex on May 14-16. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Kent Displays Awarded Ohio Third Frontier Funding to Develop Next Generation of Electronic Skins Technology May 8, 2009
Program collaborators include plastic substrate producer DuPont Teijin Films and electronic chip designer Solomon Systech Ltd., as well as two leading research institutions in liquid crystal technology and polymer science: Kent State University and the University of Akron, respectively. Reflex(TM) LCD electronic skins are ultra thin, plastic displays that can be cut to a custom shape and conformed to another surface. (PR Newswire)
Fifth Third promotes Coleman to senior VP May 6, 2009
A U.S. Air Force veteran, Coleman earned a bachelor s degree in biology from Eastern Washington University, a bachelor s degree in finance from the University of Akron and an MBA from Vanderbilt University. He served in IT management positions for global companies like IBM, Xerox and Convergys Corp.. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
City Beat (32) May 4, 2009
Pianist Arnaldo Cohen plays a solo recital as part of the Tuesday Musical Association s concert season at 7:30 at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall at The University of Akron. Includes pieces by Beethoven and Liszt. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Freestyle Outing Apr 30, 2009
AKRON, Ohio - Several Purdue wrestlers put on some solid performances at the 2009 ASICS Freestyle National Championships, hosted at the University of Akron this weekend. Boilermaker sophomore led the group capturing eighth place at 120 kg (264. (Purduesports.com)
Survey: Americans switch faiths early, often Apr 28, 2009
John Green, a University of Akron political scientist and a senior fellow with the Pew Forum, classified most unaffiliated as "dissatisfied consumers." Only 4 percent identify as atheist or agnostic, and one-third say they just haven't found the right religion. "A lot of the unaffiliated seem to be OK with religion in the abstract," Green said. (AZCentral -- News)
BGSU Sixth after Day One of All-Ohio Apr 19, 2009
Hartman would place fifth in the hammer 10 meters behind the event winner Stevi Large from the University of Akron. Other competitors in the hammer included freshman would finish 14th throwing 47. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Akron Halts Falcon Winning Streaks With 6-1 Win Apr 11, 2009
STOW, Ohio - The host University of Akron swept the three doubles matches, then took five of the six singles flights en route to a 6-1 win over the Bowling Green State University tennis team Friday afternoon (April 10). The Mid-American Conference dual match was held indoors at LaTuchie Tennis Center. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Scoring Prez Mills Appointments Apr 3, 2009
Iddisah Sulemana, The University of Akron, Ohio, USA. (iddisah@gmail. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
PG South: Mt. Lebanon grad Compton bags NCAA rifle title (Today) Apr 2, 2009
Still, she had no guarantees of success when she walked on to the University of Akron rifle team in August. For starters, she had to learn to use new equipment -- an air rifle -- after shooting with a. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Ljungberg debuts in Sounders' 2-0 win Mar 29, 2009
Zakuani, the top overall pick in this winter's draft out of the University of Akron making his first start, turned around baffled defenseman Tony Beltran with a hesitation move at the left of the goal box in the 17th minute. Jaqua then sent the Congo' native's perfect centering pass into the net with a one-time shot off his right foot. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Malden Catholic High School appoints new headmaster Mar 28, 2009
Tyrrell holds a BS and MS in education from the University of Akron, Ohio. He is a member of the National Association of Secondary School Administrators and CASE (Council for Advancement and Support of Education). (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
Guide to the NCAA men's basketball tournament Mar 20, 2009
But so are the Zips from the University of Akron, the MAC tourney champs and a No. 13 seed making their first appearance since 1986. The Zips and Zags meet in a first round matchup that features the best school nicknames; look for the Zags to advance deep in their region. (Canton Journal, MA)
Lawmakers' tempers unchecked at gate Mar 16, 2009
Andrew R. Thomas, an assistant professor at the University of Akron with expertise in air rage, isn t surprised that federal officeholders foment their discontent in the plane domain. It really is based upon folks who feel they re entitled based on their position, says Thomas, who notes that athletes, supermodels and rap stars have also found the airport a particularly precarious place to be. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Falcons Named to USTFCCCA Academic Team Mar 7, 2009
386 University of Akron, 3. 230 University of Alabama at Birmingham, 3. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Women's Track & Field Mar 5, 2009
at University of Akron Open ... at University of Akron Open. (Goduquesne.com)
PG South: Bethel girl was 'dyeing' to win aswimming title (Today) Mar 5, 2009
Zimmer, a University of Akron recruit who will be seeded highly at the PIAA championship meet March 11-14 in the 500, also won the 200 freestyle for the second time in her career, swimming it in 1:52. 02. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
High School Notebook: Westinghouse's coach suspended for 1 year Mar 3, 2009
Former Pitt coach Walt Harris had talked with Seneca Valley officials about the job a month ago, but Harris eventually accepted an assistant coach's position at the University of Akron. Mike White can be reached at. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
BGSU Finishes Eleventh at MAC Championships Mar 1, 2009
At the end of the MAC Championships the top three schools include University of Akron with 126 points, Kent State University scoring 101 points and the University of Miami with 73 points. "We'll have to work hard and get ready for outdoor competition," said Wells. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Comeback Sends Milwaukee Baseball Team Past Akron, 9-7 Mar 1, 2009
- Senior hit a go-ahead three-run home run in the seventh inning to propel the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee baseball team to a 9-7 victory over the University of Akron Saturday afternoon at the Jacksonville Invitational. The Panthers (2-4) trailed the Zips (0-6) on four different occasions in the contest, but won for the second-straight day when Long's home run turned a 7-5 deficit into an 8-7 lead. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Barkley pleads guilty to drunk driving Feb 25, 2009
Dawson spent the past three seasons as linebackers coach at the University of Akron. Former Miami coach Larry Coker is one of three finalists to become the first coach for Texas-San Antonio's program. (Boston Globe)
Some Common Flaws In Ghanas Codes Of Conducts Feb 24, 2009
University of Akron -USA. profkristof@yahoo. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Spaz completes coaching staff Feb 24, 2009
Dawson, who has 11 years of coaching experience, has spent the past three seasons (2006-08) as linebackers coach at the University of Akron. Prior to his stint with the Zips, Dawson was an assistant at University of New Hampshire for six seasons (2000-05), spending his final two years as the defensive coordinator and linebackers coach. (Boston College Sports -- Rivals.com)
Is Tamale Becoming Synonymous with Violence? Feb 21, 2009
The University of Akron. Akron, Ohio, USA. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Falcons Return to Intra-Divisional Play with Saturday Game at Akron Feb 20, 2009
21) tilt against the University of Akron. tipoff is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. at James A. Rhodes Arena (5,500). (Bgsufalcons.com)
Agriculture, our Economy, and the EPAs: What Should Prez Mills Do? Feb 19, 2009
com) The University of Akron Akron, Ohio, USA. Source:Sulemana , Iddisah. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
PG South: Mt. Lebanon, McKeesport in a rematch less than two weeks after their first meeting (Today) Feb 19, 2009
Therein lies perhaps the most intriguing matchup of the rematch: Marshall, a University of Akron recruit and the most dominating post presence in the WPIAL, against Mt. Lebanon's Deion Turman, a 6-8 junior center with Division I talent who could be the best post opponent Marshall has faced all season. David said Turman more than held his own in the earlier meeting, in which both players impacted the game much more defensively than offensively. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Goodyear Cutting Nearly 5,000 Jobs After 4Q Loss Feb 19, 2009
In this Oct. 12, 2006 file photo, Robert J. Keegan, chairman of the board, chief executive officer and president of the Goodyear Tire r Company, lectures a group of University of Akron, in Akron, Ohio. Goodyear Tire r Co., the biggest U.S. tire maker, said Wednesday, Feb 18, 2009, it plans to cut 5,000 jobs this year after swinging to a fourth-quarter loss as sales sank 21 percent. (ABC News -- Wire)
Records Aplenty as Falcons Down Central Michigan, 94-79 Feb 16, 2009
21) game at the University of Akron. The Falcons will play two road games (at Buffalo, Feb. 25) before returning home for a Feb. 28 game vs. Kent State University. (Bgsufalcons.com)
BGSU Hosts Central Michigan Sunday Afternoon Feb 15, 2009
following the CMU contest, the Brown and Orange will prepare for the second round-robin swing through the MAC's East Division, beginning with a game at the University of Akron on Saturday, Feb. 21. DOUBLE YOUR PLEASURE, DOUBLE YOUR FUN The BGSU-CMU game will be the first of two basketball games at venerable Anderson Arena on Sunday (Feb. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Canadas Loonie Headed Back to Par With Greenback, Gartman Says Feb 10, 2009
30, said Gartman, who graduated from the University of Akron in Ohio in 1972, before attending graduate school at North Carolina State University. It looks like it has a formidable nature. (Bloomberg)
Pennsylvania: Signing day recap Feb 8, 2009
Blackhawk quarterback Jake Delmonico has committed to the University of Akron, according to the Beaver County Times ... Erie Cathedral Prep tight end Jon Root is headed to the University of Akron, while teammate Jason Faipler will play next year for William both according to the Erie Times-News. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Swimming & Diving Feb 8, 2009
Zippy Invitational (University of Akron). 12/05/08. (Gobonnies.com)
