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Ashland Area Chorus ready to begin rehearsals for spring, starting Monday, Jan. 12
ASHLAND, Ohio – The Ashland Area Chorus, a community-based mixed choir, will begin its 2026 spring season on Monday, Jan. 12. The AAC is welcoming new members. There are weekly rehearsals for the chorus on Monday nights (with the exception of MLK Day) from 7-8:30 p.m., in room 242 of Ashland University’s Center for the Arts. “Following a very successful ‘Messiah’ presentation in the fall, the AAC will perform a program of beautiful music during the AU choral…
AU one of just 14 schools to achieve 100% on state’s Science of Reading audit
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University’s Dwight Schar College of Education is fully in alignment with state standards for Science of Reading curriculum, according to an Ohio Department of Higher Education audit. In the report released on Tuesday, Ashland was one of 14 schools (out of 49) to receive a perfect 100% on the 73 audit metrics. "I am so proud of our College of Education dean, leadership team and faculty members who have successfully developed and…
Occupational Life Calling class, Professional Academic Advising helping students stay on track
When they were freshmen at Ashland University, Roland Ntow felt like his world was crumbling, Karin Wlodarsky didn’t know if she would stick college out and Emma Stoll was not sure where to turn after deciding nursing wasn’t for her. Today, they are all thriving. Ntow is a senior marketing major and a resident assistant who is planning a career in supply chain management and to pursue an MBA. Wlodarsky, a sophomore, is majoring in accounting and finance,…
AU mourns recent losses of two long-time Board of Trustees members
ASHLAND, Ohio – James Simmermon and Stephen Williams, two long-time members of the Ashland University Board of Trustees, each passed away recently. Simmermon died Nov. 18 at the age of 99, while Williams died on Dec. 5 at 85. They combined for a remarkable 50 years of dedication and service to the AU Board and both were emeritus members. Simmermon, who was also a 1949 alumnus of Ashland College, served on the Board for 22 years from 1987 to 2009. He was a…
President Peede inducted into Ohio Commodores
ASHLAND, Ohio – Dr. Jon Parrish Peede, president of Ashland University and Ashland Theological Seminary, was formally inducted into the Association of Ohio Commodores this fall. He was one of 22 individuals to be recognized this year with the prestigious honor. The Association of Ohio Commodores comprises a select group of individuals who have been recognized by Governor Mike DeWine with the state’s highest distinction, known as “The Executive Order of the…
A taste of home: The hearty effort behind Convo’s “Fat Bar”
By Lauren Gulden, a senior journalism digital media major and creative writing minor From dirt cake, crumbly cookies and ever-changing ice cream flavors, Ashland University students expect familiarity and comfort when approaching the dessert bar. Most AU alumni and students know it as “Fat Bar,” an affectionate term picked up throughout many years of daily dining. The John C. Myers Convocation Center, or “Convo,” is AU’s main dining hall, an award-winning…
AU’s Festival of Lights taking place Sunday, Dec. 7
ASHLAND, Ohio – The 34th edition of Ashland University’s Festival of Lights, a collaboration between the choral music program and the Office of Christian Ministry, will take place Sunday, Dec. 7. The Advent candlelight service starts at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) at Jack and Deb Miller Chapel. AU’s Festival of Lights communicates the birth of Jesus Christ through verse and song. It consists of scripture readings, seasonal choral music and hymns by the…
Winter Concert on Dec. 5 to feature AU Symphonic Band, Ashland Community Band
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University’s annual Winter Band Concert will be held this Friday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m., at Hugo Young Theatre in the Center for the Arts. The free concert features the AU Symphonic Band and the Ashland Area Community Band. Each ensemble is conducted by Slade Denman, director of bands at AU. “Our Winter Band Concert celebrates the incredible musical community we have here at Ashland,” said Denman. “These students and community members…
Fire damages Amstutz Hall, no injuries
On Friday, Nov. 28, there was an electrical fire on several floors of Ashland University’s Amstutz Hall, which led to significant smoke, water and electrical system damage to the building. Fortunately, no students, employees or firefighters were injured. Amstutz Hall will be unusable for the remainder of the 2025-26 academic year. All students will be relocated to other residence halls on campus. “We are thankful for the work of our dedicated staff during…
AU welcomes finance expert Bill Miller as COBE Executive in Residence
ASHLAND, Ohio – William P. Miller II, a Chartered Financial Analyst and leading expert in finance, has been approved to serve as the Dauch College of Business and Economics (COBE) Executive in Residence at Ashland University for the 2025-26 academic year. As the COBE Executive in Residence, Miller will connect his years of experience and knowledge as a business leader to higher education and career preparation for today’s students. He will provide expert…
