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The Student News Site of Ashland University

The Collegian
Zach Read

Zach Read

YEAR: Senior

MAJOR: Double major in Digital Media Journalism and Digital Media Production with a double minor in Public Relations and Religion.

INVOLVEMENT: The Collegian, Honors Program, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, The Well, DJ for 88.9 WRDL, Crew for AUTV-20 Sports broadcasts

INTERESTING FACT: I have been to 44 states.

FAV SONG/ARTIST:  “Beer for my Horses” by Toby Keith

CONTACT ZACH AT: [email protected]

All content by Zach Read
Doreen (center) receiving her NASA Honor Award on Sept. 4, 2019. Left to right: NASA Glenn Associate Director Larry SIvic, Deputy Director Dr. Marla Perez-Davis, Doreen, Director and Astronaut Dr. Janet Kavandi and Deputy Administrator of NASA’s Science Mission Directorate.

NASA Glenn newsletter editor remembers Ashland as a starting block

Zach Read
March 5, 2020

University Update from Feb. 7 Faculty Senate Meeting

Zach Read
February 20, 2020
Sean Robbins jumping through life since graduating as an eagle in 1996

Sean Robbins jumping through life since graduating as an eagle in 1996

Zach Read
February 20, 2020
Bryan Schaaf at a speaking engagement for Certified Angus Beef in Asheville, N.C.

The journalist turned chef liaison for Certified Angus Beef

Zach Read
February 19, 2020
Ashland University spending freeze in full effect

Ashland University spending freeze in full effect

Zach Read
January 23, 2020
McLaughlin was a 2001 graduate of Ashland University and is currently the Senior Director of International Business Development at Team NEO.

Mindy McLaughlin through the eyes of a political and business filled career

Zach Read
January 23, 2020
Mark Britton poses for a picture in his office in Founders Hall in front of his Ashland collectors items.

Mark Britton’s return to AU 32 years later

Zach Read
November 21, 2019
In 2018, the Eagles beat Northern Michigan at home in the snow 41-7 and look to host the Wildcats at 1 p.m. at Jack Miller Stadium this Saturday

Eagles to finish season against Wildcats on senior day

Zach Read
November 14, 2019
Justin Fletcher, a 2012 graduate of Ashland University, posing for a picture after his first solo flight.

Justin Fletcher’s month of change as he says goodbye to AU

Zach Read
November 8, 2019
AU students work with Rail birds at the Black Fork Wetlands as apart of classes that enhance their learning experience. Professor Merrill Tawse has researched these rail birds for a few years, which are on the watch list for endangered species.

AU preserves continue to be resource for students

Zach Read
November 8, 2019
Michael Gershe, 1992 graduate of Ashland University.

The magic of life in the eyes of Michael Gershe

Zach Read
October 24, 2019
Ashland University football team in the Jack Miller Stadium

Eagles back home looking to stay above .500

Zach Read
October 23, 2019
Eagles prepping for homecoming contest with Panthers

Eagles host 96th Homecoming game against Panthers

Zach Read
October 9, 2019
Barbie Lange, 1978 graduate of Ashland College.

Ashland will always be home for Barbie Lange

Zach Read
October 3, 2019
Photo taken by Jess Baker of her classmate Laura Allenbaugh shooting the Manhattan skyline on Sept. 12, 2001, one day after the World Trade Centers fell.

Alumni Spotlight: The story of Jess Baker

Zach Read
September 20, 2019
Danny Krispinsky coaching during the 2017 women’s soccer season

[Photo] New shelters to memorialize the late Danny Krispinsky

Dean Paolucci, Reporter
September 20, 2019
The main student dining hall, "convo".

The Unfairness of Student Meal Plans

Zach Read
September 20, 2019
The biggest game of the year comes to Jack Miller Stadium Saturday

The biggest game of the year comes to Jack Miller Stadium Saturday

Zach Read
September 19, 2019
Tracy St. John with a child in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Alumni spotlight: Tracy St. John travels the world

Zach Read
September 6, 2019
Remembering Dr. Iyad Ajwa

Remembering Dr. Iyad Ajwa

Zach Read
September 5, 2019
From left: offensive linemen Gavin Posey, Trey Madison, Samson Hairston, Alex Maxim and Ryan Maguire

[Photo] Brenner, Reichelderfer and Shreve to lead Eagles into 2019 season

John Margida, Reporter
September 4, 2019
Eagle women celebrate point against GVSU on Sept. 8, 2018

[Photo] AU Fall Sports Preview

Niko Scarlatos and Nate Powalie
September 4, 2019
The Ashland University football team runs out onto the field prior to a game against Ohio Dominican in 2018

Eagles prep for home opener

Zach Read
September 2, 2019
Mayor of Ashland, Matt Miller proposes to start the beginning of school year with a welcoming ceremony

Campo holds all-institutional meeting

Zach Read and Avaerie Fitzgerald
August 22, 2019
Dr. Amiel Jarstfer, new AU provost

AU hires Jarstfer as provost

Zach Read
August 21, 2019
AU football in a fall scrimmage prior to the 2018 season.

[Photo] Eagles prepare for annual spring game

Mason Jones
April 13, 2019
#LoganStrong

#LoganStrong

Zach Read
April 12, 2019
AU's mens tennis coach Christian Hamilton and his team watch the final game in a match against Findlay in February.

[Photo] Men’s tennis carving out identity

Steve Shrenkel, Reporter
March 1, 2019
The Ashland University Swimming and Diving team recorded 50 personal best times during the GLIAC championships.

[Photo] Stevens leads the helm for a record-breaking day at the GLIAC Championships

Cassidy Tolliver
March 10, 2019
Redshirt sophomore Aaron Thompson goes up for a layup against Wayne State on Feb. 28.

Eagles prepare for NCAA matchup vs. Southern Indiana

Zach Read
March 14, 2019
AUWBB looks to make another run in NCAA tournament

AUWBB looks to make another run in NCAA tournament

Zach Read
March 14, 2019
Eagles win first ever national title

Eagles win first ever national title

Zach Read
March 10, 2019

Eagles defeat Huskies, move on to GLIAC championship

Zach Read
March 9, 2019
Business Spotlight: The Caddyshack

Business Spotlight: The Caddyshack

Bree Gannon and Zach Read
February 27, 2019
Demonstrators hold signs during a protest at Post Office Square in Boston

Shutdown showdown: A look inside the longest government shutdown

Avaerie Fitzgerald and Zach Read
February 5, 2019
AU Fortnite play Alec Mueller concentrates during a match earlier this season.

Esports inaugural season looks promising at halfway point

Zach Read
January 31, 2019
Brandon Campo was remanded in to the custody of the Sheriff's office after being sentenced to 180 days in jail.

Brandon Campo sentenced to 180 days in drug case

Bree Gannon and Zach Read
January 18, 2019
AU senior Maddie Dackin drives to the lane in a game earlier this season.

New year, same goals for AU women’s basketball

Zach Read
January 18, 2019
AU junior guard Renee Stimpert defends fellow teammate Maddie Dackin in a practice for the Eagles earlier this season.

[Photo] Women’s basketball starts season 2-0

Noah Cloonan
November 11, 2018
The Eagles will conclude the 2018 season on Martinelli Field against the Wildcats after a gut wrenching loss at the hands of Grand Valley State.

Eagles look to close the 2018 season with a win on senior day

Zach Read
November 8, 2018
AU Interim head coach Danny Krispinsky talks to his girls after finding out they made it into the NCAA tournament.

AU women’s soccer prepares to make run in NCAA tournament

Zach Read
November 7, 2018
AU men's soccer celebrates their GLIAC championship win Sunday (Oct. 4) after defeating Northwood 3-0.

AU men’s soccer is going dancing

Zach Read
November 6, 2018
The Eagles will travel to Allendale, Mich. to face the No. 8 Grand Valley State Lakers.

The Eagles travel to Allendale for a season defining contests against the Lakers

Zach Read
November 2, 2018
The pool in the recreation center had to undergo a shocking treatment due to chlorine levels being too high

Chlorine levels sideline AU swimmers

Zach Read
October 27, 2018
AU volleyball players huddle up before one of their matches earlier in the season.

[Photo] AU volleyball continues a season for the books

Zach Read
October 25, 2018
Kondratick (left) and Smith (right) pose for a photo together.

Part of the men's basketball team huddles around coach Ellenwood before a drill in practice.

[Photo] Men’s basketball has high hopes for season

Justin Davis
October 25, 2018
Pickens talks to her team in a huddle during the team's first scrimmage on Oct. 19.

[Photo] Women’s basketball looks to avenge last season

Dean Paolucci, Reporter
October 25, 2018
Eagles look to defend home turf against Michigan Tech

Eagles look to defend home turf against Michigan Tech

Zach Read
October 17, 2018
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[Photo] Kaitlin Bean: Inside the life of AU volleyball senior

Isabella Pacinelli
October 4, 2018
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Eagles host the Cardinals in GLIAC battle

Zach Read
October 4, 2018
The Ashland University women's soccer team has remained unbeaten through 11 games.

Women’s soccer makes push for postseason

Zach Read
October 4, 2018

Eagles prepare for No. 4 Ferris State

Zach Read
September 26, 2018
Prater Jr. lines up at defensive end against Ohio Dominican University.

[Photo] The rise of James Prater Jr. to defensive stardom

Steve Shrenkel, Reporter
September 20, 2018

Why can’t dorms have AC?

Zach Read
September 21, 2018

Six athletes join AU hall of fame

Zach Read
September 20, 2018
Ashland looks to reach .500 with a win against Northwood.

Eagles host Northwood in 95th homecoming game

Zach Read
September 19, 2018
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[Photo] Eagles wallop rival Lakers in 3-0 sweep

Dean Paolucci, Reporter
September 15, 2018
The Eagles approach week 3 winless against the Warriors of Wayne State.

Eagles continue search to for a win

Zach Read
September 11, 2018
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[Photo] No. 18 Eagles fall to No. 17 Ohio Dominican in road loss

Steve Shrenkel, Reporter
September 8, 2018

Athletes find success both on and off the field

Zach Read
September 6, 2018

Eagles prep for Top 20 showdown

Zach Read
September 6, 2018
Quarterback Billy Bahl lines up for a shotgun snap in the Eagles' second team scrimmage.

The Eagles seek revenge against IUP

Zach Read
August 27, 2018
FallSportsPReviewArticle

AU fall sport preview

Zach Read
August 27, 2018
Charlie Frye in 2006 playing for the Cleveland Browns

Passing on the knowledge

Zach Read
August 23, 2018
AU Athletics

Women win 71st straight game

Zach Read
March 16, 2018
Best Moments from PyeongChang 2018

Best Moments from PyeongChang 2018

Zach Read
March 10, 2018

Eagles dominate Dragons in front of large home crowd

Zach Read
February 6, 2018

The ‘Bench Mob’, a new kind of team

Zach Read
January 27, 2018
Ashland University to Honor 50 Years of Kates Gymnasium

Ashland University to Honor 50 Years of Kates Gymnasium

Zach Read
January 18, 2018

No. 1 Eagles Defeat Ferris State After Strong Third Quarter

Zach Read
December 15, 2017

No. 1 Eagles Dominate in GLIAC Opener

Zach Read
December 4, 2017

No. 1 Ashland defeats No. 8 Lubbock Christian in first test of the season

Zach Read
November 28, 2017
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