ZipsUnlimited

That title is misleading - ZipAssist needs more than just pants! Just ask Alison Doehring, who is the senior director of ZipAssist & Student Affairs Development. There are many ways our Zips need a little help now and then - from the Campus Cupboard to the new Clothing Collab, where students can get donated professional clothing for internship or job interviews, and more. 

Hitting a roadblock on the resolution to get fit in the new year? Some advice on how to get past it with emphasis on the multitude of resources through The University of Akron Student Recreation and Wellness Services. Rusty Caldwell and Madelynn Hill have the answers!

Variety of majors? Cost of tuition? Stuff to do?  Yes, all of that and more. University of Akron Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions Chris Stimler walks us through the questions he is asked and the answers he provides to families on the hunt for a college home. Want to join us for a Future Zips Day? Learn more and register

When you oversee a safe environment, police take on a role that focuses more on awareness and prevention. Just ask University of Akron Police Chief Jim Gilbride, who also offers general safety tips and explains how campus closure decisions are made. 

Highlights from the Fall 2024 afternoon ceremony, featuring the College of Engineering and Polymer Science as well as the College of Health & Human Sciences, include remarks from various UA dignitaries as well as class representative Kiara Bowens Audio for this podcast was provided by The University of Akron's YouTube channel, where you can watch this and other commencement ceremonies. 

Highlights from the Fall 2024 morning ceremony, featuring the Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences and the College of Business, including remarks from various UA dignitaries as well as class representative Oscar Laasko Audio for this podcast was provided by The University of Akron's YouTube channel, where you can watch this and other commencement ceremonies. 

When we say that Santa Claus is coming to town, we mean it! Santa took a short break from overseeing all those elves to chat with WZIP's Liam Riggenbach about the requests he's received, what he likes about Akron, and his favorite foods (can you guess?). 

Learning. Shopping. Zippy Claus. You'll have to listen to hear how these things go together and how there are many other ways to desrcribe the ZipsGuide Holiday Market. Professor Julie Cajigas explains how public relations students put it together. IG: @ZipsGuideAkron

Music and Dance go together, right? They will meld in a unique way for The University of Akron Dance Company's 2024 Dance Conert. Choreographers Colleen Barnes, also the artistic director of Joffrey South is one of the choreographers, and Chris Coles is a jazz professor. They'll set the scene in this episode and also talk about the relevance of studying dance and music. Tickets: tickets@rubbercity...

Matt Schafer helps to keep polka music alive every Saturday on WZIP! Matt chats a little about polka music before playing a few tunes during a live episode of ZipsUnlimited on World College Radio Day. 

Preview the WZIP music special, WZIP Out LOUD, with WZIP's Marley Weigman and Pride Radio Cleveland's (106.5 HD-2) Cody Brown.

A unique partnership among The University of Akron, Rubber City Theatre, and New Place Players is bringing The Masque of Night to UA!  Rooted in Romeo & Juliet and featuring some contemporary components, The Masque of Night opens September 20. Sarah Jones Saddleton and Dane Leasure bring details about the performace, the venue, and the partnership, and the relevance of studying and participati...

With a mission to save lives, UA double-graduate and current grad student, Courtney Brown, talks about his nonprofit organization, Winners and Leaders, Inc. and previews the Back to School Community Love Bash. I nstagram: winners_and_leaders

The use of various types of heart monitors is relatively common, and Dr. Kye-Shin Lee, associate professor in UA's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, has found a way to make the monitors more accurate while using less battery power. 

The Akron Baseball Project CEO Donny Brooks is continuing to blend community, education, and baseball for young people in Akron. The project, offering a camp August 17, is also unveiling a new theme song. Brooks, along with Mz Pursley and Peoplez330 talk about it all. Link to music video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BdjSI1r1l4

University of Akron graduate Allen Grimes visited WZIP (where he started his first career as a radio news reporter) to talk about how his background in storytelling combined with his 26-year background in local and federal law enforcement to create his latest book: When the Lantern Swings. More information about Allen and his books:  https://www.allengrimeswriter.com/

Prospective students can visit The University of Akron just about any time, but there are two designated Preview Days coming up (July 19 & August 2). Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions Chris Stimler describes what to expect and explains the simplicity of the application process. 

Bored around The University of Akron and surrounding area? That's on you because there's plenty to do! Just ask Ally Temsey, UA Social Media Specialist, who walks us through some of the items on the list in the Zips 100 Challenge. Students can win gift cards, and most activities can be enjoyed by anyone. Download the list  

ZipsUnlimited defers to another WZIP podcast, SPT Overtime. If you're not a WZIP regular, "SPT" stands for Sports Power Talk! In this episode, you'll enjoy getting to know Anjali Silverheels, who just finished her time on the UA Women's Lacrosse team and graduated in May. 

Meet Eric B. Turner, a four-time graduate of The University of Akron, who is known in one world as psychologist Dr. Eric B. Turner and in another as Eric B. Turner, the entertainer. As you will hear, Turner describes those two worlds as "occupation" and "destination." He's worked with legends on many stages (think Broadway and Aretha Franklin), performed worldwide, and he's going to be in Akron at...

ZipsUnlimited continues to celebrate our newest University of Akron alumni. This episode features commencement remarks from four deans:  R.J. Nemer of the College of Business (who was named president of The University of Akron a few days later), Dr. Mitchell McKinney of the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Dan Friesner of the College of Health and Human Sciences, and Dr. Craig Menzemer of...

Pride and joy were evident at University of Akron commencement exercises. This episode features a sample of the pomp and circumstance along with inspirational messages from students (Alia Baig, Meganne Chapman, Jake Montgomery, Halle Miller) and the now-former president of The University of Akron. You can watch the ceremonies in their entirety: https://www.uakron.edu/graduation/ceremony

A collaboration between The University of Akron and downtown Akron retailers is expanded to help people find unique gifts from local vendors. Learn about the partnership in this podcast episode. Learn about featured businesses and the stories behind them here: https://www.zipsguide.com/ Guests: Jenni Morrison (owner, 224 Creations); Shananne Lewis (ZipsGuide); Taylor Loftin (Public Relations stude...

Seniors at The University of Akron Myers school of Art are getting ready to show off their graphic design skills to professionals, family & friends ... and you! Taylor Smith and Shane Fugate stopped by WZIP with all the details of this year's Senior Graphic Design Exhibition that is being held April 26 through May 3.

The century-old ROTC program at The University of Akron continues to thrive and is coupled with a minor in Military Studies. Instructor Terry Michaels explains with insight from cadets Emmanuel Jensen and Charles Ross.