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You can visit The University of Akron just about any time, but the official Visit Days make it even easier to get the answers you need from where will I live and what will I study to what is there to go and how much will it all cost. Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions Chris Stimler helps to sort it out just in time for Visit Days on July 17 and August 7. 

The 2026 edition of CORE (College Overnight Readiness Experience) featured unique experiences for a couple dozen high school students. Coordinator Donray Bennett explains the concept and its benefits along with student ambassadors Jordan Rogan and Cassidy Ballew. This episode also features excerpts from some students who created their own podcast during CORE. CORE is presented by the Buchtel Colle...

What is commonly known as the Towpath Trail is enjoyed by countless walkers, runners, bicyclists, nature observers, and others every year. The person at the helm of the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition is now the retired president & CEO. Dan Rice, a UAkron graduate, talks about the shaping and importance of the trail with WZIP's George Smith. 

This episode consists of highlights from the Spring 2026 Commencement Exercises of the College4 of Health and Human Sciences and the College of Business. You will hear speeches and other remarks from Board of Trustees Chair Michael Saxton, President R.J. Nemer, the provost, deans of the colleges, and others, including student responders Jessica Sparks and Mason Dexter . You can watch recent and ar...

This episode consists of highlights from the Spring 2026 Commencement Exercises of the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Engineering and Polymer Science. You will hear speeches and other remarks from Board of Trustees Chair Michael Saxton, President R.J. Nemer, the provost, deans of the colleges, and others, including student responders Estrella Lemus and Pailey Vitale . You...

As hundreds of UAkron students are wrapping up their final courses as undergraduate students, there's also time for reflection and excitement about next steps. Meet a few of them who happen to be from WZIP: Alyssa Clemetson, Chessa Homan, Nicole Zylka, Mikayla Springston, Jordan Johnson, and Noah Steele. They and their fellow graduates will always be Zips!

It's time for the 47th Annual University of Akron Steel Drum Concert. Director Matt Dudack and percussion performance major Emma Sovacool talk about the musical styles and what it takes to play this instrument. Learn more: The University of Akron Steel Drum Band The University of Akron School of Music

Just in time for Valentine's Day but not the discussion about love that you may expect! Dr. Juan Xi discusses new research that investigates rewards of everyday loving behavior and its correlation with flourishing. Want to know more?  The full article: Feeling Loved, Showing Love, and Flourishing: Implications of Survey Findings for the Practice of Leadership Across All Sectors If you want to stud...

What is a Zips Visit Day vs. a Future Zips Day vs. an Academic Spotlight? The University of Akron Office of Undergraduate Admissions sorts it out! Join Nina Reinbolt and Chris Stimler who also have other tips for prospective students and their families including the application process. 

The University of Akron is celebrating the 10th anniversary of The EX[L] Center for Community Engaged Learning . Director Dr. Christin Seher and Assistant Director Megan DeLong-Borick offer just a sample of the "hands-on, community-based, problem-centered learning" that happens through the EX[L] Center on a regular basis.  IG & Facebook: @uakronexlcenter

Highlights from the second of two fall graduation ceremonies that include the College of Engineering & Polymer Science and the College of Health & Human Sciences and feature speeches from University of Akron President R.J. Nemer , student responder Aidan Winkhart , and others. You can also watch the commencement in its entirety.

Highlights from the first of two fall graduation ceremonies that include the Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences and the College of Business and feature speeches from University of Akron President R.J. Nemer , student responder Kaitlin Wile , and others. You can also watch the commencement in its entirety.

This episode is borrowed from one of our other podcasts - SPT Overtime. It's supposed to be about basketball, but that doesn't come until Part 2 since the guys took time out to put together a draft-style discussion about their favorite symbols, activities, and more as we approach December 25.

The University of Akron and the city of Akron are important resources to one another. Sociology professor Dr. Stacey Nofziger is on hand to explain some unique ways that sociology students are engaged in experiential learning that simultaneously helps to advance solutions to community problems. 

University of Akron Psychology Professor Dr. Dawn Johnson is developing a program to help women of color who have experienced intimate partner violence, funded by the U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women .

The stigmas surrounding mental illnesses, including depression, is weaker but still existent. Dr. Mark Altiere, senior associate director of the Counseling & Testing Center at The University of Akron says we need to keep talking about it. In this discussion, Altiere outlines screening information and other advice for those who may be dealing with depression. 

Although the federal government is back open, there are pieces of the puzzle that remain unsettled. This interview with University of Akron Political Science Professor Dr. David Cohen with WZIP's Jordan Johnson was recorded a couple of weeks before the shutdown ended.

What do you need to build a symphony orchestra? Hint: It takes more than some string instruments. As you will hear from University of Akron Director of Orchestras Matthew Jaroszewicz, some instruments aren't allowed but all people are - as long as they have a little musical precision. Jaroszewicz and orchestra member Addie Swansiger explain it all! University of Akron School of Music Contact Matth...

A little self-promotion this week to introduce you to another WZIP production! Zips GameDay is a digital spinoff of our premiere sports show, Sports Power Talk. Zips GameDay includes discussion and interviews about the next football game, and it hits the airwaves (88.1-FM) just before kickoff. This epsidoe was produced to preview the October 19 game between Akron and Ball State. 

It's Homecoming at The University of Akron. Vice President for Community Engagement and Executive Director of the UA Alumni Association highlights weekend activities and talks about his connection to WZIP as the station marks World College Radio Day. Note: this episode was broadcast live on Friday, October 3, so there are some outdated references to homecoming events.

Hope & Healing helps survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking. Chloe Eaglowski is there to talk about all of these things to help prevent them from happening even more, including a discussion with WZIP's Jordan Johnson.

Matt Schafer has been the nucleus of Saturday Morning Polkas for 36 years, and today is his final broadcast. The show will continue!  Matt takes a few moments to reminisce about his time on the air and the value of polka music

You don't have to visit The University of Akron campus before making a decision, but we would love to meet you! UA Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions Chris Stimler discusses all you need to know to prep for your visit day or to arrange for a different time to learn about The University of Akron. There are many options !

Did you ever think about the number of people who are not teachers but work in the field of education? The University of Akron is launching the Bachelor of Arts in Community and Workforce Education major to help address a growing need. The LeBron James Family Foundation School of Education Director, Dr. Gary Holliday, and the assistant director, Dr. Renee Mudrie explain it all in this episode.

There are gaps in history- missing pieces, missing voices. The LGBTQ+ community is often among them, but a grant-funded project could change that, at least for Akron and Summit County. Tony Pankuch, education and outreach coordinator at the Cummings Center for the History of Psychology and Dr. Hillary Nunn, professor of English, are collecting artifacts for the Akron LGBTQ+ Archive at The Universi...