University of Akron

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1. Official University Site: University of Akron
2. Location: Akron, Ohio
3. Official Graduate School Website: University of Akron Graduate School
4. Official Athletic Site: University of Akron "Zips" Athletics
5. Wikipedia: University of Akron
6. Princeton Review: University of Akron
7. YouTube Video: The University of Akron Admissions (Time: 6:35)

University of Akron News and Articles

• Official Website: What's New At UA
• Akron Newspaper: Akron Beacon Journal
• Google News: University of Akron

University of Akron Basics

• Official Website: University of Akron Facts
• Founded: 1870
• Faculty: Approx. 700
• Undergraduates: Approx. 19,700
• Postgraduates: Approx. 3,000

University of Akron Leadership

• President: Dr. Luis M. Proenza
  • 1999-present: President
    • 1994-1998: Vice President- Research,Dean of The Graduate School, Purdue University
      • 1992-1994: Vice President For Academic Affairs & Research, Vice Chancellor For Research, Dean of The Graduate School University of Alaska

University of Akron Notable Alumni

• John Heisman, American Football Player, namesake for Heisman Trophy
• Ray C. Bliss, Former Chairman of the Republican National Committee
• Jason Taylor, Miami Dolphins Defensive End
• George Wallace, Comedian
• Deborah L. Cook, Federal Judge
• Michael Buckley, Best Selling Children's Books Author
• Mark Scatterday, Conductor
• Charlie Frye, Seattle Seahawks backup quarterback

Studying at University of Akron

• University of Akron Undergraduate School
• University of Akron Graduate School
• University of Akron Notable Programs of Study:
  • College of Business Administration
  • College of Engineering
  • School of Law
  • College of Nursing
  • College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering
• Wayne College: Smucker Learning Center

Prospective Students for University of Akron

• These are from the official University of Akron website:
  • Application
  • Admission Criteria
  • Financial Aid
  • Important Dates
  • International Students
  • Transfer Students

Visiting University of Akron

• Official Website: Visit The University of Akron

University of Akron Hotels

• VisitAkron: Akron Hotels
• HelloAkron: Akron Hotels
• TripAdvisor: University of Akron Area Hotels 

University of Akron Restaurants

• DineSite: Akron Area Restaurants
• HelloAkron: Akron Area Restaurants
• TripAdvisor: Akron Area Restaurants 
• Carousel Dinner Theatre: Dinner and Broadway Musical

University of Akron Transportation

• Official Website: Directions to University of Akron
• Akron-Canton: Airport
• Amtrak: Train
• Greyhound: Bus

University of Akron Student Life

• Official Website:
  • University of Akron Student Life
  • Department of Residence Life and Housing
  • Student Organizations
  • Recreation And Wellness Center
  • Student Bands
  • Zips Programming Network
• Official Store: Zips Team Shop
• Wikipedia: University of Akron Student Groups
• TheCollegeNiteLife.com: University of Akron Night Life
• Other: Akron Art Museum | Akron Zoo

University of Akron Student Life News

• The Buchtelite: University of Akron College Campus Newspaper
• University of Akron Online Community: "U of A Unveils Plans For On-Campus Stadium" (2007)
• University of Akron Art School News: "Yoko Ono Imagine Peace, featuring John & Yoko's Year of Peace"

University of Akron Student Media

• Radio: 88.1-FM WZIP
• Newspaper: The Buchtelite
• Alumni Magazine: Alumni News Magazine

University of Akron Blogs, and Forums

• Blog: Rasor On The Zips
• Blog: Law Weblogs- Blawgs
• Blog: Student Blog: University of Akron
• Forum: E-mail Discussions 
• Google: University of Akron Blog Search

University of Akron Timeline

• 1870: Founded As Buchtel College
• 1913: Buchtel College Becomes The Municipal University of Akron
• 1926: Name Changes To University of Akron
• 1959: The First Doctoral Degree Is Awarded, In Polymer Science
• 1967: The University of Akron Becomes A State University
• 2004: First Phase Of The New Landscape For Learning Campus Is Completed
• 2005: Honors College Is Created
• 2005: Zips Football Team Wins Its First Mid-American Conference Championship

University of Akron Sports Teams

• Official Athletic Site: University of Akron Zips Athletics
• League Website: Mid American Conference
• Football Site: University of Akron Zips Football
• Baseball Site: Baseball Team
• Women's Soccer: Women's Soccer Team