Latest Zips Podcast Episodes
Graphic Design Expo
ZipsUnlimited - April 06, 2024 16:00 - 18 minutesSeniors 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 bei...
UA ROTC - what is it?
ZipsUnlimited - March 23, 2024 16:00 - 27 minutesThe 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.
Dissecting Ohio's Primary
ZipsUnlimited - March 09, 2024 17:00 - 14 minutesBiden and Trump? Yeah, but there's a lot more to the primary election in Ohio than presidential politics. WZIP's Sonya Lesser sorts through it with University of Akron Political Science Professor Dr. David Cohen.
Reconstructing Akron's Green Book
ZipsUnlimited - March 02, 2024 17:00 - 27 minutesSome interested professors and students at The University of Akron are putting together a modern version of the Akron Green Book. Drs. Gregory Wilson (History) and Hillary Nunn (English) along with Emily Hill and Melanie Mohler, students in UA's Applied History graduate program, explain...
Spring 2024 Series on Reproductive Justice
ZipsUnlimited - February 24, 2024 17:45 - 16 minutesWomen's Studies Director Dr. Mary Triece talks about a series of events surrounding the Spring 2024 series on reproductive justice as well as an inside look at the Women's Studies minor and certificate programs at The University of Akron.
Zips Esports: Rocket League and More
ZipsUnlimited - February 17, 2024 17:00 - 24 minutesZips Men's Basketball isn't the only team at The University of Akron that's higher than usual on the national radar. UA Esports Coordinator Jack Tupta talks Rocket League, varsity vs. club, and explains how the Esports world goes far beyond people playing games.
The Akron Baseball Project
ZipsUnlimited - February 10, 2024 17:00 - 10 minutesLearn how a former University of Akron baseball player is connecting area youth to a blend of baseball, education and life skills. WZIP's Liam Riggenbach sorts it out with Akron Baseball Project founder Donny Brooks. https://www.facebook.com/groups/740433827637101
UA Adult Focus
ZipsUnlimited - February 03, 2024 17:00 - 28 minutesDid life get in the way of finishing (or starting) your journey toward a college degree? There are answers, and The University of Akron Adult Focus Director Laura Conley has them! Learn about the programs available to people who want to earn a degree, even if you started at a different ...
Fall 2023 Commencement
ZipsUnlimited - December 23, 2023 17:00 - 46 minutesWhat better way to celebrate the holiday season than to graduate from college? That's what 837 people did at The University of Akron earlier this month. Listen to reflections from student responders, parting words from deans, and some advice that you won't want to miss from University o...
ZipsGuide.com
ZipsUnlimited - December 09, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutesA new guide for shopping and playing in downtown Akron is available, thanks to a unique partnership involving a professor's public relations class and Downtown Akron Partnership. Dominic Caruso, Julie Cajigas, Liv Ream, and Shananne Lewis explain the details.
Mentors in Education
ZipsUnlimited - December 02, 2023 17:00 - 26 minutesMentorship is an important component that future teachers are learning about their profession in the Lebron James Family Foundation School of Education students at The University of Akron. Coordinator of School Partnerships & Student Development Laura Frias and Assistant Professor of Pr...
Swimming with Weronika!
ZipsUnlimited - November 18, 2023 17:00 - 12 minutesNOTE: The original file uploaded incorrectly. It has been corrected. WZIP apologizes for any inconvenience. Lana Tso goes one-on-one with Weronika Gorecka of The University of Akron Swimming & Diving Team.
UA: Veteran Inclusion
ZipsUnlimited - November 11, 2023 17:00 - 16 minutesThe University of Akron Military Services Center does what it has to do - and much more. Director Mary Rossett is joined by students Tanner Harless (Army Reserves, UA ROTC), Maura Cool (Marine, Student Veterans of America UA Chapter President), and Gage Briggs (Air National Guard) expla...
Asylums, Homes & Sexology
ZipsUnlimited - November 04, 2023 16:00 - 19 minutesWhat do asylums, homes and sexology have in common? Each is part of current exhibits at the Drs. Nicholas & Dorothy Cummings Center for the History of Psychology at The University of Akron. Assistant Director Dr. Jennifer Bazar explains those and other happenings at the Smithsonian-affi...
Let's Get Political - Bliss style
ZipsUnlimited - October 28, 2023 16:00 - 18 minutesWhere do young people stand politically? Hear about that and other political trends as WZIP News Reporter David Penta talks with Dr. Cherie Strachan, the director of the Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics at The University of Akron.
Transferring to UA!
ZipsUnlimited - October 14, 2023 16:00 - 31 minutesTransferring to The University of Akron from another institution or returning after a few years off is far simpler than it used to be with options and services that many prospective students may not realize. Transfer Admissions Counselor Dana Tenney breaks it down just in time for Natio...
Friesner: Healthcare & Economics
ZipsUnlimited - October 07, 2023 16:00 - 25 minutesDr. Daniel Friesner, dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences at The University of Akron, brings an economics background to the college. Listen to him discuss the how the college is blending the business side of healthcare into traditional career paths pursued in this highly suc...
EJ Thomas Turns 50
ZipsUnlimited - September 30, 2023 16:00 - 14 minutesThe University of Akron is celebrating the 50th anniversary of E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall! Hall Director Margo Ohlson discusses unique aspects of the building and its wide array of uses throughout the year.
Zips Racing Team
ZipsUnlimited - September 16, 2023 16:00 - 26 minutesImagine designing and building a race car from beginning to end. That's what the Zips Racing Team at The University of Akron does every year. Oh, and they race it against 100+ other teams. Team Captain Gianna Buzzelli and team member Jared Sanderell break it down so that even us non-eng...
Zips Alumni Events
ZipsUnlimited - September 02, 2023 16:00 - 15 minutesUniversity of Akron Alumni Association Director Kelli Fetter talks about a celebration for alumni and others in downtown Akron, this year's Homecoming events and a preview of the 50th anniversary of E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall.
UA Preview Days
ZipsUnlimited - July 15, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutesThere are numerous ways to learn about The University of Akron and to see the campus, but UA Preview Days are the best! Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions Chris Stimler previews the preview and answers the types of questions that parents and prospective students often ask. ...
Alumni Social Calendar
ZipsUnlimited - June 10, 2023 16:00 - 15 minutesUniversity of Akron Director of Alumni Relations Kelli Fetter talks about the purpose of the alumni association and some upcoming events, including an alumni social in Cleveland on June 15, 2023.
Entertainment Rebooted
ZipsUnlimited - June 03, 2023 16:30 - 14 minutesWZIP's entertainment director talks about the idea behind the Entertainment Rebooted show (on WZIP Sundays at 1:00 p.m.) as well as the podcasts that stem from it.
Visions of Downtown Akron
ZipsUnlimited - May 27, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutesSeveral students from Akron Early College High School were tasked with envisioning what is needed to make Akron a better place, particularly for younger people, as part of a school project. Many of them shared what they learned and what they think is needed to help the city moves forwar...
University of Akron Commencement - Part 2
ZipsUnlimited - May 20, 2023 16:00 - 17 minutesA continuation of UA Spring 2023 Commencement highlights, featuring brief speeches by the following university deans: Mr. R.J. Nemer, Dr. Mitchell McKinney, Dr. Craig Menzemer, and Dr. Timothy McCarragher (interim dean).
Spring 2023 Commencement
ZipsUnlimited - May 13, 2023 16:30 - 32 minutesJoin us for excerpts from Spring 2023 Commencement! This episode features remarks from University of Akron President Gary Miller and student representatives Caitlin Croston, Sarah Meade, Nadine Salem, and Andrew Biegner.
Why Protest and the Role of Social Media
ZipsUnlimited - April 29, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutesIn the aftermath of recent protests linked to the 2022 shooting death of Jayland Walker by Akron police, WZIP's David Penta talks about the meaning and history and purpose of protests as well as the impact of social media with recognized experts, Dr. Mary Triece and Dr. Karl Kaltenthale...
Polar Bear Traction
ZipsUnlimited - April 08, 2023 16:00 - 18 minutesDr. Ali Dhinojwala, W. Gerald Endowed Chair in School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering, H.A. Morton Professor in Polymer Science, discusses recent research involving polar bear paws that could help you avoid slipping on ice.
The San Antonio Four and Dr. Mary Triece
ZipsUnlimited - February 25, 2023 18:00 - 25 minutesDo you really know what Women's Studies is all about? Professor of Communication & Director of Women's Studies Dr. Mary Triece explains it to WZIP's Chris Keppler & David Penta and also previews a screening of Southwest of Salem: The Story of the San Antonio Four at The University of Ak...
University of Akron School of Counseling
ZipsUnlimited - February 18, 2023 19:51 - 23 minutesDr. David Tefteller discusses the School of Counseling's degree options, the market demand for school counselors, clinical mental health counseling as well as marriage & family counseling.
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