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Delbert excited to be part of Communication Studies' undergrad, grad programs
Jeffrey Delbert, Ph.D., is looking forward to all the opportunities available to him as a new faculty member in Ashland University’s Communication Studies Department. “I am excited about teaching at the master’s level and I’ve also proposed a new political communication class,” said the assistant professor, who previously taught communication at a smaller university in North Carolina for 12 years. Delbert joins a department at AU that has many exciting…
AU education helps former inmate find employment after prison release
Jessica Bruner never imagined she would have the opportunity to attend a university. “But in September 2020, on a tablet with a rubber keyboard, I began my journey with Ashland University,” Bruner said. “By May 2022, I proudly accepted my associate’s degree in cap and gown. I didn’t stop there — I pushed forward and earned my Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies in August 2023, graduating with honors as valedictorian.” And in December 2023, she left…
AU master's degree graduate named a vice president of communications for CBS Stations
Elita Fielder Adjei understands the excuses people use to not pursue a post-graduate degree. She could have used a number of them and not started a master’s degree program in strategic communications from Ashland University in 2014. Not necessary? She already was a successful communications specialist. Too busy? She was an executive in the energy industry. A parent? She was the mother of three young children. “I started the program as a single mom, and I…
AU grad Vicki King-Maple named director of Ohio Mid-Eastern Governments Association
Vicki King-Maple, though a communications professional, has a hard time putting into words the love she has for Ashland University. “It’s a second home; it’s family,” said King-Maple, a “triple-crown” Ashland University alumna, having received her bachelor’s (speech and public communication, 1995), master’s (education in curriculum and instruction, 2000) and doctorate (educational leadership and leadership studies, 2019) degrees from AU. “As a student, I…
Ashland University grad Valerie Zeno named principal for a rural Ohio school district
Growing up in the suburbs of Cleveland, Valerie Zeno wanted a college experience different than the one she had at Normandy High School in Parma. “When I visited AU, I saw an Amish buggy driving down the road and fell in love with the charm of Ashland,” Zeno said. “On my campus visit, everyone was welcoming and friendly, and it immediately felt like home.” That “small-town” experience has played a big part in Zeno’s career, including accepting her most…
Students, alumni showcase their varied interests and scholarly work during URCA Symposium
Tiffany Sims enjoyed combining three of her interests into one presentation. Jacob Owens liked sharing about a business he hopes to start. And Phillip Wages loved giving back to his alma mater. Those were just a few of the many reasons about 40 students and a couple of alumni from Ashland University’s College of Arts and Sciences presented their scholarly work at the 14th annual Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (URCA) Symposium on Tuesday, April…
Pacinelli is first AU student to pass universal accrediting board certificate in Principles of Public Relations exam
02/08/2021 ASHLAND, OH —Ashland University senior Bella Pacinelli has become one of fewer than 500 public relations students nationwide to successfully complete and pass the Universal Accrediting Board Certificate in Principles of Public Relations Exam. She is the first AU student to achieve this honor. After completing 10 hours of course modules that included lessons on campaign design and development, communication theories and models, media relations,…
