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Orr named AU’s Chief of Staff to the President

Orr named AU’s Chief of Staff to the President

Ashland University Press Release September 16, 2025

ASHLAND, Ohio – Shawn Orr, Ph.D., has been named Chief of Staff to the President at Ashland University, effective Sept. 15, as announced by AU President Jon Parrish Peede. She will manage strategic initiatives...

Candles left after the Sept. 9 vigil held by Ashland University’s Nepali community to honor lives lost in protests in Kathmandu.

Ashland University releases statement on recent events

The Collegian September 11, 2025

In the email sent Sept. 11 to students, faculty and staff, Ashland University President Jon Parrish Peede addressed the tragic events of the past month. His statement was shared on the 24th anniversary...

4,000 flags were placed around campus.

4,000 US flags placed on Ashland University campus

Aubrey Wood, News Editor September 11, 2025

4,000 U.S. flags were placed around campus, mainly surrounding the Hawkins-Conrad Student Center, to show remembrance for the tragic events that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001.   One  of Ashland University’s...

Pip with his owner, Sarah Depew

Student Wellness Team Welcomes Students to Take a “Paws” with Pip

Sam Vincent, Reporter September 8, 2025

On Tuesday, August 26 the Ashland University Student Wellness Team hosted “Take a ‘Paws’ with Pip” in the Hawkins-Conard Student Center, on the first floor near Eagle’s Landing.  This event,...

AU to host autism advocate Kloey Kaeser for presentation on Sept. 16

AU to host autism advocate Kloey Kaeser for presentation on Sept. 16

Ashland University September 3, 2025

ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University will welcome autism advocate Kloey Kaeser for a presentation on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m., at Ronk Lecture Hall inside the Dwight Schar College of Education, as...

Attendees at the opening of the Transcending Barriers Beyond Time exhibition

Ashland University’s Coburn Art Gallery hosts AI-generated exhibit

Graham Scott, Reporter September 1, 2025

The Coburn Art Gallery at Ashland University opened an exhibit of AI-generated images on Thursday, Aug. 28, titled “Transcending Barriers Beyond Time: Visual Reminiscence of Older Adults with Chronic...

A total of 12 AU staff members and faculty were appointed new positions over the summer.

Ashland University faculty, staff take on new roles after summer appointments

Aubrey Wood, News Editor August 26, 2025

Over the summer, Ashland University appointed  12 staff and faculty members were appointed into new positions. “Wisdom is no respecter of hierarchy; I don’t care where you are in the organization,...

Alpha Delta Pi is one of the four sororities at AU.

Ashland University Fraternities and Sororities prepare for recruitment

Chloe Kovinchick, Design Editor August 23, 2025

Starting Sept. 2, Ashland University Fraternities and Sororities are going to start their rushing events for freshmen and other students who are considering joining Greek Life   Rushing for a sorority...

Students were able to visit the Roman Colosseum

Ashland University Study Abroad Program

Aubrey Wood, News Editor August 23, 2025

Over the summer, many Ashland University students participated in the Study Abroad Program.   AU’s Study Abroad Program  presents students with unique opportunities that focus on core classes so...

The Recreation Center holds many different resources for all AU students.

Campus Compass: Navigating Ashland University’s student resources

Aubrey Wood, News Editor August 22, 2025

Ashland University’s campus provides an abundance of student resources that make college life easier, safer and more enjoyable, especially for those who are incoming freshmen.    AU provides...

Dr. McBrayer, interim provost, speaking at the luncheon.

Provost outlines plan for upcoming academic year, calls for ‘creativity’

John Keim, Digital Editor August 22, 2025

On August 21, Interim Provost Dr. Greg McBrayer addressed faculty from every educational college and organization at Ashland University. He started by highlighting his new role as interim provost since...

McDonald named interim dean of AU’s College of Arts and Sciences

McDonald named interim dean of AU’s College of Arts and Sciences

Ashland University July 23, 2025

ASHLAND, Ohio – Dan McDonald, M.F.A., associate professor of art, has been selected interim dean of Ashland University’s College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), effective Aug. 1. This marks his second...

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