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Weidenhamer tests for toxic metals in cookware from Ghana
Jeffrey Weidenhamer never planned to research recycled cookware. But eight years after being asked to study reprocessed pots for exposure of toxic metals in Cameroon, the Ashland University chemistry professor is still researching the topic. His latest time spent on the subject was through study leave work in 2021 when he wrote about cookware in Ghana and had it published earlier this year in the International Journal of Environmental Health Research.…
Coburn Gallery’s “Flash” exhibition running Aug. 29-Sept. 23
ASHLAND, Ohio – “Flash,” an exhibition featuring collage works by 11 artists from across the U.S., will be on display at Ashland University’s Coburn Gallery (331 College Ave.) from Aug. 29-Sept. 23, with an opening reception scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 1, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. The reception is free and open to the public. “Flash” offers a broad range of analog techniques that include both 2D and 3D forms, as well as a diverse approach to the use of ephemera…
Ashland Area Chorus announces plans for 2022 fall season
ASHLAND, Ohio – The Ashland Area Chorus, a community-based mixed choir of 50 singers, has finalized information for its 2022 fall season, including rehearsals, concerts and membership requirements. Starting Monday, Aug. 29, the AAC will rehearse each Monday from 7-8:30 p.m., at room 242 of Ashland University’s Center for the Arts. Led by Ron Blackley, director of choral activities at AU, the chorus will perform a program at the AU Fall Concert on Sunday, Oct…
“Time Will Tell” exhibition at AU’s Coburn Gallery until July 24
ASHLAND, Ohio – A national juried exhibition, “Time Will Tell: A Show of Artistic Wisdom and Experience,” is on display at the Coburn Gallery at Ashland University now through Sunday, July 24. The exhibition features a collection of 34 artworks that embody the creativity and innovation of artists 50 years and older spanning all levels of artistic endeavor. A closing reception is scheduled July 24 from 2-4 p.m.
AU’s Excellence in Scholarship Award goes to Moser
ASHLAND, Ohio – John Moser, a professor of history within the College of Arts and Sciences at Ashland University, was recently selected as this year’s winner of the University’s Excellence in Scholarship Award. Moser became an AU faculty member in 2001 and currently serves as chair of the Master of American History and Government program. He teaches courses on modern European, American and East Asian history. He has published numerous works, including seven…
Brown selected dean of AU’s College of Arts and Sciences
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University is pleased to announce Katherine T. Brown will become dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. She will begin her leadership of the college July 1, taking over for Dan McDonald who served as interim dean during the 2021-22 academic year. “We gladly welcome Dr. Brown to the Ashland University campus. Her experience and expertise as well as her proven collaborative work will strengthen the liberal arts here at AU,” remarked…
AU’s annual Spring Choral Concert set for Sunday, May 1
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University will host the annual Spring Choral Concert on Sunday, May 1, at 4 p.m., featuring the AU Choir, the Chamber Singers, the Women’s Chorus and the Ashland Area Chorus. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place at Jack and Deb Miller Chapel. Each ensemble will sing 4-to-6 pieces. Rowland Blackley, director of choral activities and professor of music at Ashland, and Abigail Helbling will be conducting, and…
AU Symphonic Band, Ashland Area Community Band teaming up for April 29 concert
April 22, 2022 ASHLAND, Ohio – The Ashland University Symphonic Band and the Ashland Area Community Band are joining forces for their annual Spring Band Concert on Friday evening, April 29, at 7:30 p.m., at Hugo Young Theatre. The concert is free and open to the public. One of the program’s highlights will be the AU Symphonic Band, led by director Joseph Lewis Jr., performing four of the five movements of Johan DeMeij’s Symphony No. 1 “The Lord of the Rings…
Opening reception for Senior Art + Design Exhibition is April 26
ASHLAND, Ohio – The opening reception for the Senior Art + Design Exhibition, featuring the capstone experiences for graduating Ashland University art students, will be Tuesday, April 26, from 4:30-6:30 p.m., at the Coburn Art Gallery, located inside the Center for the Arts. This year’s exhibition includes graphic design, illustration, digital art, painting and ceramics, and the senior art awards will be announced at the reception at 5 p.m. The exhibition,…
AU presenting series of music recitals this week
ASHLAND, Ohio – The department of music at Ashland University will present three recitals during a four-day span, starting Thursday, April 7. All three performances will take place in the Elizabeth Pastor Recital Hall (room 115) in the Center for the Arts. Each one is free and open to the public. On Thursday, Thomas Reed, professor of music at AU, will play the clarinet and saxophone alongside pianist Shitong Sigler, who has performed internationally and is…
