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The Collegian
The Student News Site of Ashland University

The Collegian
The Student News Site of Ashland University

The Collegian
Katelyn Meeks

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor

Meeks is currently double majoring in Digital Media Journalism and Public Relations/Strategic Communication. She is the Managing Editor of The Collegian, while also being involved as an Ashbrook Scholar at Ashland University.

Before taking over as the Managing Editor, she served as The Collegian’s News Editor.

 

 

All content by Katelyn Meeks
Marc Pasteris, AU VP and chief financial officer, presents AU’s budget during the town hall meeting 

[Photo] Ashland University to face $2 million budget deficit in 2025 fiscal year 

Aubrey Wood and Katelyn Meeks , Reporters
November 14, 2024

Rushing Until It’s No Fun 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 2, 2024
The main student dining hall, "convo".

Ashland University’s Late Night delayed, staffing shortages 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
August 20, 2024
The archway leading onto the campus of Ashland University.

Breaking: Ashland University announces new president

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 27, 2024
JDM alumni sit at the Center for the Arts Studio news desk during AUTV productions.

AU’s Journalism and Digital Media alumni find success post-graduation

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 7, 2024

Editorial: Just hang in there 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 4, 2024
The Great Gamble: An Ashland University love story

The Great Gamble: An Ashland University love story

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
February 14, 2024
The Ashland University swimming and diving competes in the campus' recreational center.

Two members of AU Swim and Dive team charged with theft, pleaded not guilty to charge 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
January 14, 2024
AU president, Dr. Carlos Campo is departing from Ashland University for the Mueseum of the Bible

AU President Dr. Carlos Campo to depart at end of academic year, becomes CEO of the Museum of the Bible

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
December 4, 2023
Ashland University opens new food pantry for students on campus

Ashland University opens new food pantry for students on campus

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
December 1, 2023
The collection of coins is displayed in a custom-made plaque through the window of the Leo and Laura Thomas Numismatic Center. 

The Leo and Laura Thomas Numismatic Center adds a new coin collection

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
November 30, 2023
The Amazon package pick-up location is named Noi, so when looking up the hub anyone can select the name.  

Ashland University adds Amazon package pick-up boxes in student center 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
November 7, 2023

Editorial: Does Ashland University lack school spirit? 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 31, 2023
The archway leading onto the campus of Ashland University.

AU is remaining confident in the $6 million penalty case against the US Department of Education 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 29, 2023
Ashland University's campus just after a morning sunrise in Ashland, Ohio.

Ashland University’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion announces new name 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 20, 2023
Seal of the U.S. Department of Education 

Ashland University files complaint to the U.S. Department of Education 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 9, 2023
The new logo appears inside the Archer Library.

New Ashland University library café name announced

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 6, 2023
Students, faculty, and staff received different emails throughout the morning of Sept. 22

Ashland University email chain hacked by scammers

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 22, 2023
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression sends letters to the Ashland University administration

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression sends letters to the Ashland University administration

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 18, 2023
Ashland University’s Symposium Against Indifference holds first lecture Oct. 10 

Ashland University’s Symposium Against Indifference holds first lecture Oct. 10 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 13, 2023
Ashland University opens mentor award submissions.

Academic Mentor Award nominations are now open

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 12, 2023
Ashland University announced the committee to select the next president of school Dr. Carlos Campo, who will depart at the end of the academic year. 

Ashland University presidential search committee has been announced 

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 6, 2023
Alex Hill takes over as Interim Director of the Office of DEI

Alex Hill takes over as Interim Director of the Office of DEI

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 2, 2023
Ashland University's campus just after a morning sunrise in Ashland, Ohio.

Ashland University announces change in DEI name

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
August 30, 2023
Former adjunct instructor Ted Daniels has extensive experience in the world of Journalism with his work in The Indianapolis Star, Times-Gazette and, most recently, The Collegian, Ashland University's award-winning, student run and edited newspaper.

Editorial: Be a thorn in the side of the administration

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
August 30, 2023
Ashland University names Jim Cox as Assistant VP of Correctional Education

Ashland University names Jim Cox as Assistant VP of Correctional Education

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
August 29, 2023
The new cafe is set to open in the coming months inside the Archer Library.

AU makes drastic changes to campus library, adds new cafe

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
August 28, 2023
Professor of Mathematics, Gordon Swain, addresses concerns over the handling of faculty contracts. In the April 14 Faculty Senate meeting.

Budget Update: Faculty cuts continue to be made at the end of the semester

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
April 28, 2023
Construction is underway on the new library cafe with a fence put around the back library patio.

New library cafe is expected to open by the end of 2023

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
April 28, 2023
Managing Editor Sean Repuyan and News Editor Katelyn Meeks accept the ONMA awards on behalf of The Collegian.

We are #1: The Collegian wins three first place at the Ohio News Media Association

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
April 21, 2023
Student Town Hall attendance reported to be low.

Student Town Hall a bust?

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
April 19, 2023
This year's Emerson Scholarship recipients with Paul McKnight (middle)

16th annual Emerson Scholarship Luncheon awards ten students with scholarships

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
April 17, 2023

[Video] VIDEO: Women’s basketball team arrives back home to Ashland

April 5, 2023

[Video] VIDEO: Fans gather to welcome back the Ashland women’s basketball team

April 4, 2023
The Eagle faithful rally at the "red carpet" while waiting for the Eagles to arrive in Dallas.

Eagle Nation encouraged to support AU’s champions upon return

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
April 2, 2023
Ashland University students gather to cheer on the Eagles in the student center

[Photo] Wherever they are, the Eagle faithful rally for AU women’s basketball

Alaina Kathrein, Reporter
March 20, 2023

Word on the Street: Do Students know what Student Senate is?

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 16, 2023
Eagles for Pride and Theta Alpha Phi are working towards next steps of to getting the event approved

EFP and Theta Phi Alpha ‘family-friendly’ drag event rejected

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 12, 2023
Student Senate gathers for their weekly meeting on Tuesday nights at 9:30pm

Perceptions on Student Senate influence, power depends on perspective

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 3, 2023
Student Senate discusses new resolution

Findlay vs. AU: Comparing student government structures

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 3, 2023
Vandalism has occurred throughout the first-year dorm halls of Kem and Amstutz

[Photo] Vandalism in dorm halls continues throughout the semester

Zoe Bogarty, Reporter
February 16, 2023
Kimberly Brazwell is this year's headline speaker for the ACN's annual John D. Stratton Conference

ACN to hold 8th annual John D. Stratton conference on Feb. 24-25

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
February 17, 2023
Student Town Hall attendance reported to be low.

[Photo] AU choir, chamber singers performing at Winter Choral Concert

Public Relations
February 16, 2023
Town Hall on budget deficit set for Feb. 24

Town Hall on budget deficit set for Feb. 24

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
February 15, 2023

Be Intentionally Uncomfortable

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
February 10, 2023
Advisor Kristin Herrick advising a student on their schedule

Ashland University sees success with student retention

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
February 8, 2023
Archers' save cancelled Symphonic Band Trip with generous donation

Archers’ save cancelled Symphonic Band Trip with generous donation

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
January 25, 2023
Talks continue about the impact of the budget deficit and how it will affect the future of AU, students, staff members, and faculty.

Budget cuts have impact on campus, AU staff numbers begin to decrease

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
January 19, 2023
Senators sworn into their positions and discuss the questions asked by senators about the budget deficit.

Student Senate tackles budget questions

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
January 18, 2023
Maurer will give the keynote address at the winter commencement

Winter 2022 commencement keynote speaker announced

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
November 29, 2022
Students and administrators gather together to play a game

Students “speak up” and voice concerns to administration

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
November 22, 2022
Rebeccah Heinrichs most recently spoke at the Ashbrook Memorial dinner after receiving the Outstanding Ashbrook Alumni Award.

Winter commencement speaker remains undecided

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
November 13, 2022
Mike Pompeo was the keynote speaker at this year's dinner

“A Freedom Agenda”: Pompeo speaks at 35th Ashbrook Memorial dinner

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 29, 2022

Spoiler Free Spooks: Hocus Pocus 2

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 27, 2022
Gullotta talks to students Kenna Cline and Quinn Wright

Australian by Birth, American by choice: Daniel Gullotta

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 21, 2022

LFTE: The Beauty of Conversations

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 11, 2022
Keith Ramsdell, who is VP of Enrollment and Marketing

Enrollment numbers slightly down this academic year

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 11, 2022
Ashbrook scholars listen intently to the speaker

What should the humanities do?

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 27, 2022
The design for the new library cafe located on the campus of Ashland University.

Archer Library cafe contemplates adding alcohol to become moist campus

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 26, 2022
Mike Pompeo to speak at this year's Ashbrook Memorial dinner.

Mike Pompeo to speak at Ashbrook Dinner

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 22, 2022
Justice Kennedy address the luncheon

Justice Kennedy speaks at Ashbrook Center Luncheon

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 19, 2022
Construction on new ramp to make campus more accessible

Accessibilty around AU campus

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 13, 2022
The Student Accessibility Center

The Student Accessibility Center is located near Burger King on Claremont Avenue

Ashland University's campus just after a morning sunrise in Ashland, Ohio.

Winter commencement and the campus uproar

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 8, 2022

Paying back the debt

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
September 6, 2022
Lisa-Vernon Dotson is looking forward to her new start at Ashland University in the upcoming academic year.

3 new deans share their visions for colleges

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
August 24, 2022
Vice President for Enrollment Management and Marketing, Keith Ramsdell.

Student enrollment numbers in state of flux

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
August 24, 2022

Understanding the role of faculty senate

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
April 22, 2022

Let’s Get That Snitch!

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
April 1, 2022
News Break 3-23-22

News Break 3-23-22

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 23, 2022

Implications of social media on college students

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 21, 2022

From political science to theater

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 21, 2022

Letter from the editor

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 21, 2022
News Break 3-2-22

News Break 3-2-22

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
March 3, 2022

Ready, Set, Registrar!

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
February 25, 2022
News Break 2-4-22

News Break 2-4-22

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
February 4, 2022
News Break 2-2-22

News Break 2-2-22

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
February 2, 2022

Ashland University Journalism and Digital Media department recognized in national awards

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
February 2, 2022
News Break 12-8-21

News Break 12-8-21

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
December 8, 2021
News Break 11-17-21

News Break 11-17-21

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
November 17, 2021
News Break 10-20-21

News Break 10-20-21

Katelyn Meeks, Managing Editor
October 20, 2021
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