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The University Of Akron

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Company Overview



Name:


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Mission of the Company:


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Founded:


1870 as Buchtel College

Founder:


John R. Buchtel, influenced by the Ohio Universalist Convention

Key People:


  • President: Robert J. (R.J.) Nemer


Headquarters:


Akron, Ohio 44325

Number of Employees:


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Revenue:


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Company Known For:


The University of Akron (UA) is recognized for a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, including many nationally recognized for excellence.

Products and Offerings



Products Offered:


  • Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (ADN)

  • A two-year program with prepaid tuition through collaboration with Akron Children’s Career Launch Program.


  • Fully Online Dietetics Master of Public Health

  • A program focused on equipping students with knowledge to tackle public health challenges through nutrition, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics.


High-Level Description:


  • ADN Program: Addresses in-demand healthcare positions with comprehensive tuition coverage and specialized pediatric care training.

  • Dietetics MPH Program: Integrates public health and nutrition science for real-world application, preparing graduates for leadership roles.


Key Features:


  • ADN Program:

  • 100% prepaid tuition, comprehensive wraparound support.

  • Accredited by the Ohio Department of Higher Education and the Ohio Board of Nursing.

  • Designed to fast-track students into the workforce with specialized pediatric care training.


  • Dietetics MPH Program:

  • 100% online, tailored to address contemporary public health challenges.

  • Practicum experiences and capstone projects for real-world application.

  • Prepares students for the registration examination for dietitians.


Recent Developments



New Programs and Features:


  • New Partnership with Akron Children's Hospital:

  • Launch of a comprehensive two-year ADN program starting January 2025, aiming to mitigate the nursing shortage by educating 60 new RNs.


  • Expansion of the Making Akron Possible (MAP) Grant:

  • Updated to accommodate families with AGI up to $85,000, ensuring broader access to higher education for local students.


  • Childcare Assistance Program through YMCA Collaboration:

  • Supports parenting students with financial relief for daycare, enhancing their ability to succeed academically.


  • Official University of the Cleveland Browns:

  • A partnership that provides hands-on learning opportunities through internships and co-created courses, aiming to integrate professional practice in sports industry contexts.


  • Nurse Anesthesia Operating Room Simulation Lab:

  • Renovated space with cutting-edge simulation technology to enhance training for doctoral-level students in nurse anesthesiology.


New Partnerships:


  • Akron Law 3+3 J.D. Program with Wilberforce University:

  • An accelerated six-year pathway program allowing students to acquire a bachelor's degree from Wilberforce and a J.D. from Akron Law.


  • New Online Dietetics Degree Program:

  • Introduction of a Master’s degree in Public Health with a focus on Nutrition, fully online for flexible learning.


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