A continuation of UA Spring 2023 Commencement highlights, featuring brief speeches by the following university deans:  Mr. R.J. Nemer, Dr. Mitchell McKinney, Dr. Craig Menzemer, and Dr. Timothy McCarragher (interim dean). 

Join us for excerpts from Spring 2023 Commencement! This episode features remarks from University of Akron President Gary Miller and student representatives Caitlin Croston, Sarah Meade, Nadine Salem, and Andrew Biegner.

In the aftermath of recent protests linked to the 2022 shooting death of Jayland Walker by Akron police, WZIP's David Penta talks about the meaning and history and purpose of protests as well as the impact of social media with recognized experts, Dr. Mary Triece and Dr. Karl Kaltenthaler. 

Dr. Ali Dhinojwala, W. Gerald Endowed Chair in School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering, H.A. Morton Professor in Polymer Science, discusses recent research involving polar bear paws that could help you avoid slipping on ice. 

Do you really know what Women's Studies is all about? Professor of Communication & Director of Women's Studies Dr. Mary Triece explains it to WZIP's Chris Keppler & David Penta and also previews a screening of Southwest of Salem: The Story of the San Antonio Four at The University of Akron, where one of the subjects of the documentary will be on hand to talk with the audience. 

Dr. David Tefteller discusses the School of Counseling's degree options, the market demand for school counselors, clinical mental health counseling as well as marriage & family counseling.