ASHLAND – The Ashland Area Chorus, a community-based mixed choir, has announced its spring 2024 season. Rehearsals are Monday nights from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Ashland University in the Center for the Arts (formerly the Arts and Humanities building), room 242, starting this Monday, Jan. 8. The Ashland Area Chorus will perform a program […]
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AU presidential search officially underway
ASHLAND — Ashland University announced on its website Tuesday that the search for a new president has officially launched. “I am grateful to the AU community for providing valuable insight that helped inform the Presidential Search Committee’s understanding of the skills and attributes and important work ahead for Ashland’s next leader,” stated James Hess, chair […]
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TreVeyon Henderson football camp set for Dec. 17 in Ashland
ASHLAND — The TreVeyon Youth Football Camp is coming to Ashland on Sunday, Dec. 17. The camp will take place from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the Niss Athletic Center on the campus of Ashland University. Ohio State junior running back TreVeyon Henderson will be the featured instructor. Campers ages 6 to 18 are welcome at […]
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Eagles rally for win over McKendree in America’s Crossroads Bowl
HAMMON, Ind. — Michael Shimek and his Ashland teammates made history Friday night. A sophomore defensive end, Shimek set AU’s single-game record with four sacks and the Eagles rallied for a 23-20 win over McKendree in the America’s Crossroads Bowl. Ashland became the first Great Midwest Athletic Conference team to win the America’s Crossroads Bowl, […]
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Ashland U. takes seven-game winning streak into America’s Crossroads Bowl
ASHLAND — They may not have qualified for the Division II playoffs, but the Eagles are still soaring. Ashland University will take a seven-game winning streak into Friday’s America’s Crossroads Bowl in Hammond, Ind., against McKendree University. The game is one of four NCAA Division II-sanctioned bowl games and pits the Great Midwest Athletic Conference’s […]
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Familiar foe awaits Ashland in third round of NCAA soccer tournament
ASHLAND — If Ashland University’s historic season is to continue, the Eagles will have to swamp the Lakers for a second time. Ashland (19-0-4) will host Grand Valley (13-3-6) in the late game of an NCAA “Sweet 16” tournament doubleheader Friday at 6 p.m. at Ashland’s Ferguson Field. Emporia State plays Washburn in Friday’s early game. […]
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Loudonville girls hoops shooting for powerhouse status
LOUDONVILLE – There is absolutely nothing typical about the Loudonville girls basketball program. Anyone watching the Redbirds practice for even five minutes can see the pace is frantic. Anyone talking to head coach Tyler Bates for even two minutes can hear the expectations are limitless. Anyone looking at the results from the last seven seasons […]
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From farm to table, Gertz Culinary & Company is sure to satisfy your tastebuds
Whether it’s nourishing company employees at a Christmas party or satisfying sports teams after a big win, Gertz Culinary & Catering has all your culinary needs covered. Founded by Will Skinner, a seasoned chef with over a decade of experience, Gertz Culinary is a Mansfield-based catering company that has become synonymous with exquisite farm-to-table dining […]
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“An Evening with Cathi Campo” benefit concert set for Oct. 20
ASHLAND – Ashland University will host a benefit concert, “An Evening with Cathi Campo,” on Friday, Oct. 20, at 7 p.m. in the John C. Myers Convocation Center (638 Jefferson St.). Campo will sing selections from the songbook of musical theatre while accompanied by a jazz trio. Campo is the niece of famed American singer […]
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AU challenges $6 million fine from U.S. Dept. of Ed.
ASHLAND — Ashland University is contesting a $6 million fine levied by the U.S. Department of Education for “improper Pell packaging and return of Title IV funds,” according to court documents. The fine, according to a July 10 decision from the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Hearings and Appeals, has to do with the […]