Press Releases - Education


Aug 08

Owens to Welcome Thousands of Students for Fall Semester

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Opening its doors for the first day of Fall Semester classes, Owens Community College will once again welcome thousands of students to the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, as well as to the Arrowhead Park ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Aug 02

“Life in Early Ohio” August 20th & 21st

PERRSYBURG, Ohio- Experience daily living beyond the battles during the Life in Early Ohio event at Fort Meigs. Many skills were necessary to not only survive, but to enjoy a comfortable life in early Ohio. Come learn about the trades and skills you ...

Posted By: Rick Finch | Category: Education



Aug 01

BGSU President Mazey to Preside Over First Commencement

BOWLING GREEN, O.—Bowling Green State University will hold its 271st graduation ceremonies at 9 a.m. this Saturday (Aug. 6) on the lawn in front of University Hall, with new President Mary Ellen Mazey presiding. The total number of diplomas ...

Posted By: Bonnie Blankinship | Category: Education



Jul 28

Owens Unveils New $1.1 Million Welding Design Center

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College continues to expand access to higher educational opportunities within Northwest Ohio by unveiling a new $1.1 million Welding Design Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The new state-of-the-art ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jul 28

Preschool at the Zoo Accepting Registrations

Toledo, OH – As the parent of a three- or four-year-old, you want a preschool that helps your son or daughter love learning, exploring and growing – all critical to setting a foundation for life-long educational success. The Zoo’s ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Education



Jul 26

Owens Unveils New Popular Music Certificate Program

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area musicians interested in expanding their musical skills and talents in such areas of popular music, arranging, composing and performance will now have the opportunity to begin their educational journey at Owens ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jul 26

National Taichung Nursing College President to Visit Owens

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – National Taichung Nursing College (Taichung, Taiwan) President Dr. Shieu-ming Chou will be visiting Owens Community College to further discuss educational opportunities and observe experiential learning activities ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jul 26

Columbus Replica Ships Pinta and Nina to Land in Toledo

oledo, Ohio—On Friday July 29th, the ‘Pinta and the ‘Nina’, replicas of Columbus ships will open in Toledo. The ships will be docked at the Skyway Marina, 1701 Front St., until their departure early Wednesday morning August ...

Posted By: Carla Firestone | Category: Education



Jul 21

Owens and ONU Announce New Transfer Agreement

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College students with aspirations of pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business from Ohio Northern University will now be able to continue their academic pursuits at the four-year academic ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jul 20

Owens to Host Human Patient Simulation Conference, July 21

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Over 130 health care professionals from around the Midwest region will converge on Owens Community College to learn about the latest innovations in medical simulation and education as the academic institution’s ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jul 18

UT's Aug. 6 event lets students apply, finish steps for fall

Countdown to UT, an event geared toward transfer and adult students, will be held on Saturday, Aug. 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The University of Toledo’s Rocket Hall (corner of Dorr St. and Secor Rd.) to help people complete the steps to ...

Posted By: Deanna Woolf | Category: Education



Jul 15

Knight Academy July Open Houses

Knight Academy to Host Two Open Houses July 14, 2011…The Knight Academy, a co-ed school for students in grades 5-8, will host open houses on Thursday, July 21 and Thursday, July 28 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Guests will be able to tour the ...

Posted By: Mark Tooman | Category: Education



Jul 08

UT to establish new School for Green Chemistry & Engineering

The University of Toledo is building on its expertise in alternative energy and sustainability with a new school specializing in the field of green chemistry and engineering and is honored to have scientific leaders with the U.S. Environmental ...

Posted By: Meghan Cunningham | Category: Education



Jun 30

Owens & Clear Channel Radio Partner to Provide Free College

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College and four Clear Channel radio stations are partnering in a contest to award a free college education to four area residents, with two winners receiving the grand prize of two semesters of free ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jun 30

BGSU Student Leads Study of Area Bats

BOWLING GREEN, O.—On a hot, early June night, a group of volunteers sets out through Toledo’s Wildwood Metropark. Wearing headlamps with red lights, and well sprayed with mosquito repellent, they carry “Anabat” acoustic ...

Posted By: Bonnie Blankinship | Category: Education



Jun 27

American Red Cross Babysitting Clinics at Library Canceled

(Released June 24, 2011) – Due to a rate increase, the American Red Cross Babysitting Classes, scheduled for July and August 2011 at Toledo-Lucas County Public Library locations, have been canceled. Classes scheduled at Library locations ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Education



Jun 21

UT Pharmacy Camp Concludes with “CSI: Toledo”

High school students will get a crash course in forensic science on Wednesday during a “CSI: Toledo” program as part of The University of Toledo’s annual Pharmacy Summer Camp. The students will walk through a mock “crime ...

Posted By: Meghan Cunningham | Category: Education



Jun 14

Owens Unveils 1st Urban Ag. and Sustainability Program

Owens Unveils First Urban Agriculture and Sustainability Certificate Program PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents with aspirations of learning how to grow, maintain, harvest, store and distribute local produce and animal products will now ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jun 09

Owens Announces New Interior Design Degree Program

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is enhancing its educational opportunities within the School of Arts and Sciences by announcing the creation of a new Interior Design Associate Degree Program. Beginning Fall Semester 2011, the ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jun 08

My BFF jewelry class, Kidz Fuzed Glass Class

Saturday, June 11 · 10:00am - 11:30am Make friendship necklaces for your very own BFF! Snack provided. No experience required. Class includes instruction, supplies, tools and safety equipment to construct two necklaces, invite your BFF and ...

Posted By: Ann Hymel | Category: Education



Jun 08

Make your own superhero, Kidz Fuzed Glass Class

Saturday, June 18 · 10:00am - 11:30am No experience required. The class includes instruction, supplies, tools and safety equipment to construct your own superhero. $25Press Release Contact Name: Ann Hymel Press Release Contact Email: ...

Posted By: Ann Hymel | Category: Education



Jun 08

Red, White & Blue Picture Frame, Kidz Fuzed Glass Class

Saturday, June 25 · 10:00am - 11:30am Snack provided. No experience required. Get ready for Independence Day! In this class you can make your own 4x6 red white and blue picture frame. $25Press Release Contact Name: Ann Hymel Press Release ...

Posted By: Ann Hymel | Category: Education



Jun 08

Knight Academy Offers 2011 Summer Institute

The Knight Academy, a tuition-free school for boys and girls in grades 5-8, is offering the 2011 Summer Institute, an enrichment program for students entering grades 6-8. The program is open to students from all school districts. The Summer ...

Posted By: Mark Tooman | Category: Education



Jun 07

Owens to Host New Drawing from Nature Youth Camp

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 7 through 14 will have the opportunity to combine their interests of drawing and nature in a hands-on creative learning environment as Owens Community College serves as host to its first-ever Drawing ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jun 02

Owens Assists School Children With Summer Supply Drive

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – As another school year comes to an end, many students are once again placing their backpacks in storage or are discarding them entirely in anticipation of buying next fall’s latest fashion trend. Owens Community ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education



Jun 02

UT, TMA to Host Int'l Conference on Childhood Art Education

UT, museum to host international conference on early childhood art education Children’s art exhibit on display during conference, June 6-8 Some 65 educators from around the globe will be in town this month for the fourth International Art in ...

Posted By: Meghan Cunningham | Category: Education



Jun 01

College of Medicine to Hold Commencement June 3

The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences will celebrate medical and graduate students at its commencement ceremony at 2 p.m. Friday, June 3 in the Stranahan Theater. There are 221 students who are candidates for degrees from ...

Posted By: Meghan Cunningham | Category: Education



May 27

Temple Grandin to visit Wood County, Autism Summit

BOWLING GREEN, O.—Dr. Temple Grandin is primarily known for two things—her expertise on animal care and handling and the award-winning HBO movie “Temple Grandin,” which focuses on her autism. Grandin will be in Wood County ...

Posted By: Jen Sobolewski | Category: Education



May 25

BGSU Hosts Summer Kids Camp

BOWLING GREEN, O.—Kids ages 5-12 are invited to attend Summer Kids Camp on the campus of Bowling Green State University. Hosted by BGSU’s Department of Recreation and Wellness, the camp offers new friends, unique learning experiences and ...

Posted By: Bonnie Blankinship | Category: Education



May 23

Owens to Host New CSI Youth Camp, June 6-8

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 13 through 17 will have the opportunity to become a detective for several days and learn how the world of forensic science is used in solving a crime as Owens Community College serves as host to its ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Education