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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…
Ashland honored as a College of Distinction, also awarded five program distinctions
ASHLAND, Ohio – For the first time, Ashland University has been named a College of Distinction, a prestigious designation awarded to schools for their commitment to an engaged, experiential undergraduate education that sets them apart. The trusted resource guide also awarded AU program distinctions in business, education, nursing, career development and military support. “Being recognized by Colleges of Distinction for the first time is a tremendous…
Extreme Makeover: Delta Zeta Suite Edition
The Delta Zetas have their pink Barbie Dreamhouse, says the sign as one enters their newly renovated suite in Clark Hall. And, when they say pink, they mean pink. Soft, airy pink walls. Pink dishes and pink cutlery. Pink handles on the bright white cabinetry. A pink backsplash. A pink coffee maker on the counter and a pink teapot on the stovetop. Even an assortment of pink cleaning tools in the broom closet. A circular pink accent rug in the dining area. And…
Former AU coach Lee Owens to hold special reading, signing of his new book on Nov. 8
ASHLAND, Ohio – Lee Owens, longtime football coach at Ashland University, motivational speaker and team-culture coach, will be back on campus for a special event featuring his new book, “The Spirit of a Team: Successful CEOs and Coaches Share Their Strategies for Achieving Excellence,” on Saturday, Nov. 8. The event will begin at the Eagles’ Nest inside the Hawkins-Conard Student Center at 10:30 a.m., with Owens reading an excerpt from the book followed by a…
Ashland one of Best Colleges for 2025, based on Money’s deep analytical dive
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University was selected as one of Money’s Best Colleges for 2025, a practical college ranking described as “focusing on affordability and student outcomes to help families make informed decisions about where to spend their tuition dollars.” Only about 30%, or 732 of the more than 2,400 four-year public and private nonprofit colleges in the U.S., earned this year’s Best College distinction following Money’s deep analytical dive. Money…
AU awarded more than $900,000 from state to support military and veteran programs
ASHLAND, Ohio – The State of Ohio awarded Ashland University $935,000 in support of its Military Family & Veteran Services program, as part of the 2026-27 fiscal budget and signed into law by Gov. Mike DeWine. Ashland’s total enrollment currently includes more than 400 military-connected students, and with this additional funding, it will look to provide more Ohio-based veterans with an opportunity to thrive in a supportive, understanding environment…
Homecoming activities Oct. 9-12 include new events, familiar traditions, reunions and more
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University is excited to welcome alumni, families of current students, faculty and staff members and all other friends to this year’s Homecoming festivities on Oct. 9-12, to reconnect with one another and show off that Purple and Gold pride. There will be a mix of new events, familiar traditions, reunions and opportunities to cheer on your favorite Eagle teams throughout the weekend. The busy slate kicks off Thursday, Oct. 9, with an…
Neville named chief human resources officer at AU
ASHLAND, Ohio – Michelle Neville, a longtime employee in the human resources office at Ashland University, has been recently promoted to chief human resources officer. “Michelle has contributed significantly to the human resources department during her 24 years at Ashland University. I am so thankful to have someone with her experience and integrity leading our efforts in this essential area,” said AU President Jon Parrish Peede. As the chief human resources…
Ashland a U.S. News’ “Best College” again, ranked in six categories
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University was selected as a “2026 Best College” and earned rankings in six categories in the U.S. News & World Report’s college rankings, released on Tuesday. Ashland was again among the top 30 percent of its peers in the Regional Universities (Midwest) category, coming in at No. 42 this year. Overall, there are 161 institutions that U.S. News classifies as Regional Universities (Midwest), defining them as those offering “a broad…
Homeschooling conference to feature nationally-recognized speaker Heidi St. John on Nov. 1
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University’s Homeschool and Classical Learning Center is hosting its annual conference this fall, “Firmly Planted,” featuring prominent author and podcaster Heidi St. John, on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for the event, which will be held at John C. Myers Convocation Center. This marks the third conference hosted by AU’s Homeschool and Classical Learning Center, as it continues to bring families from the…
