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Smith smiling at convo

The life of Opal Smith, Ashland University’s Convo Grandma

Lauren Gulden, News & Features Editor April 15, 2025

Upon walking into the Ashland University convocation center, looking for a daily special, any student would recognize Opal Smith behind the counter.  Her greeting is warm, and her familiar face is...

Head Coach John Schaly coaching third base during the Eagles’ third game in their series against Walsh University.

Ashland University head baseball coach makes history

Aubrey Wood, Reporter March 31, 2025

On Saturday, March 15 Ashland University’s Head Baseball Coach John Schaly broke the NCAA Division II baseball all-time wins record with 1,325 career wins.  This now means that Schaly has more career...

Yoder was 2023-24 College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District.

A legacy of leadership and resilience

Ryan Cutright, Reporter March 30, 2025

Morgan Yoder’s journey at Ashland University has been shaped by her growth as both a player and a person, with basketball playing a central role in her development.   As a senior and captain on...

Ethan Baker pictured him alongside his two teammates on the swim and dive team.

The remarkable journey of Ethan Baker

Dashia Lanai, Sports Editor March 29, 2025

66 screws. 13 plates.  For most, the brain remains untouched by medical professionals and metal; however, freshman Swim & Dive team member Ethan Baker is the exception.  In 2019, Baker suffered...

Headshot of Dr. Christopher Swanson

From Ashland University Professor to Assistant Dean

John Keim, Digital Editor March 14, 2025

From mathematics to academics, University of Michigan Football and Frisby golf, nothing is out of the realm of possibility for this Ashland University’s mathematics professor.   Dr. Christopher...

Zoe Miller celebrating with teammates

Full Circle: Zoe Miller’s Journey of Growth at Ashland University

Ryan Cutright, Reporter March 9, 2025

Zoe Miller’s path to success at Ashland University has been defined by her passion for basketball, personal growth, and the lasting friendships she has made along the way.   As a senior on the Ashland...

Kings' headshot for Ashland University

From running marathons to running Ashland Athletics

Riley Hendershott, Reporter March 6, 2025

24 sports and 700 student-athletes. That’s what Athletic Director (AD), Al King, oversees at Ashland University. But he wasn’t always the AD at Ashland. King was a journalist, runner, reporter and...

New head strength and conditioning coach – Corey Mason

AU hires new head strength and conditioning coach

Dashia Lanai, Sports Editor March 5, 2025

The Ashland Athletics department is excited to welcome its new Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Corey Mason.   He joined the athletics department to elevate the fitness and performance levels...

D.J. on media day 2025

An Ashland University track sprinting star

Riley Hendershott, Reporter February 13, 2025

The Ashland University Track and Field team is led by senior captain and sprinter/hurdler DJ Duncan.   Duncan has been recognized for his success on the track by qualifying for the NCAA Division II...

Smith playing against Walsh University

Hayley Smith: It’s a family thing

Stephanie Holubetz, Reporter January 30, 2025

The Ashland Women’s Basketball team has had much success in recent years, and one of their star players aiding in that success is senior forward Hayley Smith.  Hayley Smith began her basketball career...

Adams at parent preview

The Final Show: Kylie Adams

Ryan Cutright, Reporter January 29, 2025

Senior Kylie Adams’ journey through Ashland University has been marked by dedication, leadership, and a deep passion for both cheer and physical therapy.  As she enters her final season with the...

Rev. Nancy Hollomon-Peede and Jon Parrish Peede. Wedding photo, December 16, 1995. Macon, Georgia.

Love at first read

Lauren Gulden, News & Features Editor January 28, 2025

Love for Ashland University President Jon Parrish Peede struck in a publishing house.   The year was 1994 and Peede recently started his first professional job as a book editor at Mercer University...

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