Ashland University's Morgan Center to Host Young Entrepreneurs Camp

5/26/10 ASHLAND, OH -- Ashland University's Morgan Center for Entrepreneurial Studies will be holding the sixth Young Entrepreneurs @ Ashland camp July 19-23. Offered during the summer at Ashland University, the week-long day camp is a comprehensive, hands-on, academic program that immerses students in business, leadership, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Students entering grades 8-12 will be provided with an opportunity to collaborate with…

Ashland University Schar College of Education Receives "Glowing" NCATE Report

5/14/10 ASHLAND, Ohio --The Ashland University Schar College of Education has been recognized as one of the elite teacher education schools in the country after receiving all positive marks following its continuing accreditation review by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), the organization responsible for professional accreditation of teacher education.

"We received official word that we met all six standards of…

Ashland University Professor Says "Pulling an All-Nighter" is Not a Good Idea

5/12/10 ASHLAND, Ohio --Dr. David Vanata, associate professor of family and consumer sciences at Ashland University, has done extensive research in areas involving nutrition and cognition and warns students that all-nighters result in a decrease in productivity and mental sharpness as well as an increase in stress. While staying up all night to study for an exam during finals week is a fairly common occurrence on a university campus, it is not really a good…

Department of Recreational Services to Hold Youth Sports and Activities Summer Camp

5/12/10 ASHLAND, Ohio --Ashland University's Department of Recreational Services will be hosting a Sports and Activities Summer camp during the summer months. The first session begins June 21 - 25. The second session is from July 12-16; and the final session takes place August 2-6. Camps are held between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. with extended care available.

The camps are open to any youth between the ages of 5 and 12. Campers will have fun filled days…

Department of Recreational Services to Hold Community Indoor Basketball League

5/12/10 ASHLAND, Ohio -- Ashland University's Department of Recreational Services will be hosting a Community Indoor Basketball League during the summer months. Play begins Tuesday, June 15, and will run every Tuesday night (with Wednesday night as a second night of play if necessary) until August 10.

Wes Bonadio, assistant director of programming for the Department of Recreational Services, said the league is open to adults age 17 and older and…

Ohio Senate President Gives Advice to Ashland University Graduates

5/8/10 ASHLAND, Ohio --Ohio Senate President and Ashland resident Bill Harris shared his thoughts on the importance of servant leadership with Ashland University graduates on Saturday.

In a rain-shortened ceremony on the front lawn of Founders Hall, Harris cut his spring commencement address short and told those graduating that "the issue of servant leadership is facing you now as you approach your new career."

Harris said that the prophet…

Ashland University Recreation Center Open to Off-Campus Groups

5/6/10 ASHLAND, Ohio --Ashland University is now making its Recreation Center available to rent to off-campus groups and organizations as well as individuals in the community.

"If someone is looking for a new and exciting place to host a high school graduation party or a company party, then the Recreation Center at Ashland University is the place,' said Janel Crabiel, director of recreational services at Ashland University.

Crabiel said a…

Psychology Professor Says Mental Toughness Gives Players an Edge

5/6/10 ASHLAND, Ohio --"I believe a great mental game is what separates the elite baseball players from the rest," according to Dr. Curt Ickes, clinical and sport psychologist and Ashland University associate professor of psychology.

"The problem is most players do not spend enough time working on their mental skills and the result is inconsistent performance, prolonged slumps, eroding self-confidence, and high levels of anxiety, especially in the…

Ashland University Names Dean for Founders School of Continuing Education

5/3/10 ASHLAND, Ohio --Ashland University has named Ashland resident Dr. Dwight McElfresh as the dean of the newly created Founders School of Continuing Education. He will begin his new duties on July 1.

Ashland University Slates Dedication Ceremony

4/28/10 ASHLAND, Ohio --Ashland University will hold a dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Messerly Natatorium in the Recreation and Rybolt Sport Sciences Center on Thursday, May 6, at 4:30 p.m. The Messerly Natatorium is being named for the late Dr. Charles and Josephine Messerly, formerly of Martins Ferry, and their daughter, Dr. Donna Messerly, who has been an Ashland University faculty member for 40 years.

A brief program will feature…