AUBURN, Alabama, Oct. 23 -- Auburn University College of Engineering posted the following news: * * * #GINNing Podcast: The Waibel Way * Ellie Waibel, a junior in industrial and systems engineering, traded Ohio winters for Auburn sunshine and hasn't looked back. She chose Auburn for its beautiful campus, warmer weather and the kind of happy people that make it hard to leave. When she's not helping solve complex problems in the classroom or working as a student employee at Auburn's Energy Management Department, she's making a difference thr more PR

TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- The University of Toledo posted the following news: * * * 5 Startups to Pitch at UToledo Business Incubator's Tech419 Oct. 29 * Five startups will take the stage at the annual Tech419 Pitch Competition, Northwest Ohio's premier innovation and entrepreneurship showcase, on Thursday, Oct. 29. Hosted by The University of Toledo Business Incubator, the event brings together entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, researchers and community members to celebrate the region's growing startup ecosystem and the innovator more PR

KENT, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Kent State University posted the following news: * * * ADVISORY: Special Kent State University Board of Trustees Meeting, Oct. 23 * The Kent State University Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting at 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 23, in the Urban Conference Room, located on the second floor of University Library at the Kent Campus. The sole purpose of the special meeting is to consider a proposed Memorandum of Understanding between Kent State University and the Kent State United Faculty Association, Tenure-Track Facul more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * AF Week in Photos * The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" flies over San Francisco, Calif., Oct. 8, 2026. The team performed multiple historic flyovers during the 2026 season as part of events commemorating America's 250th anniversary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sebastian Romawac) Staff Sgt. Robert Beidler, a 910th Combat Arms Training and Maintenance team member, fires an M2 more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson issued the following news release: * * * AG Wilson Urges Lawmakers to Clarify Firearm Laws * (COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson today asked state legislators to clarify Ohio's firearm laws following a recent announcement by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. In a letter to Senate President Rob McColley and House Speaker Matt Huffman, Wilson cites the ATF's Oct. 9 announcement that it will no longer require individuals to obtain its approva more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * An enduring legacy: AFMS nurse retires after 35 years of service * When Maj. Gen. Jeannine Ryder left her hometown of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to join the Air Force she expected to serve for four years. Thirty-five years later, Ryder celebrated her career as a nurse and Air Force Medical Service senior leader with family and friends at her retirement ceremony at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D. more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Texas Appoints Elise Wyant as Chief Human Resource Executive * Ascension Texas has appointed Elise Wyant, SHRM-CP, as Chief Human Resource Executive. In this role, Wyant will guide workforce plans across the Ministry Market, partnering with executive leaders to implement innovative solutions that support clinical and operational goals. Prior to this appointment, Wyant served as Director HR Busi more PR

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Cedarville University Ranked No. 2 in Ohio for Online Cybersecurity Programs * As cyberattacks become increasingly sophisticated, businesses, hospitals and government agencies need cybersecurity professionals who can do more than protect computer networks. They need leaders who can manage digital threats, safeguard sensitive information and make strategic decisions. Cedarville University is helping meet that demand, earning the No. 2 ranking among Ohio unive more PR

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Cleveland State University posted the following news: * * * Cleveland State University Celebrates Opening of Glasscock Academic Center * Cleveland State University celebrated the official opening of the Glasscock Academic Center on Thursday, Oct. 22, at the newly named Ahuja College of Business and Entrepreneurship. The event marks an important milestone in the University's commitment to student success, academic excellence and career preparation. Named in recognition of Cleveland State alumni and longtime suppo more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency issued the following news release: * * * October 22, 2026 OCC Announces Enforcement Actions for October 2026 WASHINGTON--The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today released enforcement actions for October 2026. The OCC uses enforcement actions against banks to require the board of directors and management to take timely actions to correct the deficient practices or violations identified. Actions taken against banks are: * Ce more PR

NAPLES, Florida, Oct. 24 -- The Foundation for Government Accountability posted the following news release: * * * FGA Applauds USDA Proposal to Protect Food Stamps From Skimmers and Thieves October 22, 2026 New Trump administration rule would require chip-enabled food stamp cards to stop the skimming rings that have stolen hundreds of millions of dollars from low-income families. - WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the Foundation for Government Accountability (FGA) issued the following statement in strong support of the U.S. Department of Agricu more PR

KENT, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Wright State University posted the following news: * * * Finding the Wright Path * Transfer students often wonder which of their credits will count. When Monica Sewell '26 transferred to Wright State, she had that information locked in. Sewell transferred from Sinclair Community College through the Wright Path Program, earned her bachelor's degree in social work and will now finish her master's degree in just one year. But it was a long road to get there. Sewell, 46, earned a GED and spent years managing restaurants more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * Five Questions Vivek Ramaswamy Must Answer After Bipartisan Backlash to "Deeply Troubling" Campaign Ad * Columbus, Ohio- Vivek Ramaswamy is hitting the campaign trail while facing bipartisan backlash over his disturbing campaign ad featuring Amy Acton's estranged and abusive mother. Even Republican Governor Mike DeWine called the ad "deeply troubling." As he desperately tries to salvage his failing campaign, here are five questions Vivek Ramaswamy must ans more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Forum brings together Ohio State faculty, staff to share AI best practices * Participants discuss using AI in classroom, across disciplines The Ohio State University faculty and staff came together last week to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is being implemented across disciplines. The Office of Academic Affairs convened the AI Fluency Forum at the Ohio Union, with about 200 people from throughout the university in attendance. Last year, the univer more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release: * * * From Devastation to Chaos: Tracking the Impact of Trade Policy In New Hampshire and Across All 50 States * WASHINGTON D.C. -- Today, Public Citizen released a new set of fact sheets that track the toll of the NAFTA-WTO era and today's chaotic trade policies on the workers, farmers, local communities in New Hampshire and in all 50 states in the U.S., covering lost manufacturing jobs and farms, shuttered factories, battered union membership, d more PR

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center issued the following news: * * * Fueling the Future: Brookville High Students Team Up with Air Force Engineers for High-Octane STEM Day! * By Jim Varhegyi, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Public Affairs MORAINE, Ohio (AFLCMC) -- A cohort of energetic Brookville, Ohio High School juniors and seniors skipped their standard classroom routine on Thursday, Oct. 22, trading textbooks for high-tech inspiration at a state-of-the-art University of Dayton R more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 23 -- Gov. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Braun Enhances Quality of Place in Southwest Indiana with Transformational, 18-Acre Park * NEWBURGH, Ind. - Indiana Governor Mike Braun cut the ribbon on the new Ohio Township Park in Newburgh today. This is a transformational project that will bring to life 18 acres of park and green space in Southwest Indiana. The project, funded in part through the Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI), is an exa more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 [Category: Food/Beverage] -- The International Dairy Foods Association posted the following news release: * * * IDFA, Miceli Dairy Products Host Rep. Shontel Brown at Cleveland Dairy Facility for Tour, Industry Roundtable * Visit Highlights Dairy Industry Growth and Policy Priorities Supporting Nutrition, Manufacturing and the Dairy Supply Chain CLEVELAND, Ohio, October 23, 2026 -- The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) and Miceli Dairy Products welcomed Rep. Shontel Brown (D-Ohio) to Miceli's Cleveland facili more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 [Category: Engineering] -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers posted the following news: * * * IFPTE Backs Pro-Worker Candidates for 2026 U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate Elections * The 2026 Congressional elections come at a pivotal moment in American history and will have a monumental impact on working people and union members throughout the United States. All 435 seats in House of Representatives, plus 6 nonvoting delegate seats, and 33 of the 100 Senate seats are up for  more PR

KENT, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Kent State University posted the following news: * * * It's a Stressful Time of Year. Mental Health Resources Are Available at Kent State CAPS | Golden Guide * While the chill in the air and changing leaves can make October the prettiest time of the fall semester, it's also a time when students may be feeling especially homesick and stressed. In fact, over the years, Kent State University has designated October as Mental Health Awareness Month. It is consistently one of the busiest times of the year for Counseling an more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur Office Statement On Suspicious Package Intended For Local NW Ohio Congressional Office * Toledo, OH -- Today, the office of Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement regarding a suspicious package intended for delivery to her local office in Toledo, Ohio. "Congresswoman Kaptur was advised this week that our local Northwest Ohio office was the intended recipient of a package containing a suspicious substance, similar t more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Kaptur, Fitzpatrick, Quigley, Costa, Panetta, Kelly, Tillis, and Slotkin Urge Pentagon to Restore and Expand Starshield Access for Ukraine * Bipartisan, bicameral letter calls on the Department of Defense to expand Starshield support and prevent disruptions to the communications Ukrainian forces rely on to defend themselves Read in the Washington Post: Ukraine says satellite access still restricted despite Trump saying otherwise Toledo, OH -- Today, more PR

KENT, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Kent State University posted the following news: * * * Kent State Pair Puts Library Cards in Every Student's Hand * For Madelynn Johnson, working in a library is more than a job; it's a way to give back to the community she has loved since childhood. True to this mission, this Kent State University student recently helped make public library access available to every student at an Akron elementary school. Johnson, a junior early childhood education major, worked alongside Chelsea Pisani, a Kent State double alumna an more PR

ASHLAND, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Ashland University posted the following news: * * * McB's Career Closet offers all AU students professional business attire * ASHLAND, Ohio - Ashland University students have the opportunity to dress confidently and professionally while wearing fashionable business attire to interviews, internships, career fairs and other networking events, thanks to a new resource--McB's Career Closet--which was officially dedicated earlier this month. Named in honor of longtime AU educator and mentor Margery McBurney, or Mrs. Mc more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, Oct. 23 -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * Mock Trial Students Earn Honors at Illini Invitational * Northwood competitors continue individual success while testing their skills against strong collegiate competition. Northwood University Mock Trial earned two individual awards at the Illini Mock Trial Invitational, held Oct. 17-18 at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, as a team combining veterans and newer competitors gained valuable experience against highly ranked collegiate opponents. C more PR

SANTA BARBARA, California, Oct. 23 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * Nepal Flood Relief Continues; Field Medic Packs Reach the Philippines and Panama * Nepal Flood Relief Continues; Field Medic Packs Reach the Philippines We value your privacy Cookies can help enhance your browsing experience and help personalize content by analyzing traffic and usage trends on directrelief.org. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to the use of cookies Privacy Policy Include a byline with the reporter's name and  more PR

DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The University of Dayton posted the following news: * * * New engineering offerings promote career readiness for healthcare, banking, defense * New offerings for University of Dayton engineering students are designed to broaden expertise they will take into the workforce, especially in the healthcare, defense, automotive and banking industries. "Industries are being reshaped faster than ever, and our students deserve an education that holds up through that change. By pairing rigorous engineering fundamentals with i more PR

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Oct. 23 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Cleveland Clinic posted the following news release: * * * Newsweek Ranks Cleveland Clinic Among World's Best Smart Hospitals * Cleveland Clinic earned Newsweek's new Leader in AI Innovation Distinction Eric Boose, M.D., uses AI software to document a patient appointment. Newsweek has recognized Cleveland Clinic as one of the top hospitalsin the world for leveraging technology to improve efficiency and support better patient outcomes. Cleveland Clinic is ranked No. 2 on Newsweek's Wo more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Ohio State president says he's "bullish" on the state of higher ed * Bellamkonda discusses important issues at Columbus Metropolitan Club forum Despite acknowledging that higher education in the U.S. is under duress, Ravi V. Bellamkonda, 18th president of The Ohio State University, said the core mission of colleges and universities remains important. Educating students and discovering new knowledge are critical at a time when the private sector is less commit more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 [Category: Medical] -- Optica, formerly the Optical Society, posted the following news release: * * * Optica announces 2027 Fellows class * 116 members from 23 countries have been elected as Fellows for their outstanding contributions and service to Optica and the community The Board of Directors of Optica, Advancing Optics and Photonics Worldwide, recently elected 116 members from 23 countries to the Society's 2027 Fellow Class. Optica Fellows are selected based on several factors, including outstanding contributions t more PR

KENT, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Kent State University posted the following news: * * * Poets for Science Gets Its Science Moment * David Hassler, the Bob and Walt Wick Executive Director of Kent State University's Wick Poetry Center, has co-authored an article in Science with Phillip Levin from the University of Washington that aims to illustrate the symbiotic relationship between science and poetry. The piece, titled "The Microscope and the Metaphor," was posted Oct. 22 on Science.org and previews the type of dialogue expected at the inaugural Poe more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Oct. 23 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Record college football viewership propels ESPN to second best start since 2011 with 'College GameDay' on track for most-watched season ever * College football on ESPN is delivering its second-best start since 2011, with viewership up 15 percent over two years. Through Week 7, the sport is on pace for unprecedented viewership across linear windows, with ABC's Saturday prime window posting its highest per-game average  more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson issued the following news release: * * * Statement From AG Wilson on Verdicts in Rodney Hinton Jr. Trial * (COLUMBUS, Ohio) -- Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson issued the following statement regarding today's guilty verdicts in the trial of Rodney Hinton Jr., who was convicted of murder in the May 2025 death of Hamilton County Deputy Sheriff Larry Henderson Jr. The senseless murder of Deputy Larry Henderson Jr. shattered a family and left a community mourning the loss of a dedic more PR

UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- John Carroll University posted the following news: * * * Supporting First-Generation Success: John Carroll University Launches Inaugural Blue Streak Bridge Program * First-generation college students make up nearly 30% of John Carroll University's incoming first-year class. To better understand their experience, the Center for Student Belonging conducted a series of focus groups with current first-gen students during the 2025-2026 academic year. A clear theme was shared that students often "don't know wh more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 23 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news: * * * Tennessee Attorney General Fights to Protect Children and Consumers in Character.AI Bankruptcy * Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced that he is involved in a multistate effort, including a coalition of other state attorneys general, to protect children and consumers as Character Technologies, Inc., the company behind the artificial intelligence chatbot platform Character.AI, moves through Chapter 11 bankruptcy pr more PR

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 23 -- Tennessee Technological University posted the following news release: * * * Tennessee Tech students find success, community after spring semester start * For Tennessee Tech University freshmen Arianna Michael and Savannah Knepp, the path to college didn't follow the traditional calendar. Michael, a McMinnville native, originally planned to enroll in college in fall 2025. But as a first-generation college student, she found herself navigating an unfamiliar process. Rather than rush, she gave herself more ti more PR

DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The University of Dayton posted the following news: * * * UD in the News Oct. 17-23 * Spectrum News 1 Ohio featured hands-on learning in the Davis Center for Portfolio Management and how its students are giving back to the community. Faculty also lent their expertise to The National Desk, TIME and The Conversation. Student-run investment fund offers unique hands-on experience Spectrum News 1 Ohio William Otterbein, student A pregnant mom let her 5-year-old stay outside to collect goose feathers - and was placed  more PR

TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The University of Toledo posted the following news: * * * UToledo President Charts Next Chapter in State of the University Address * University of Toledo President James Holloway is planning for growth to strengthen the University's impact on Northwest Ohio, setting ambitious goals for enrollment, research funding and patient care in his State of the University address. Speaking Thursday, Oct. 22, in Doermann Theatre, Holloway outlined the Growing for Toledo strategic plan, which calls for UToledo to reach 16,000 s more PR

TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The University of Toledo posted the following news: * * * UToledo's CIO Named to Inaugural Cyber25 List * Dr. Bill McCreary, vice president, chief information officer and chief technology officer at The University of Toledo, has been named to the inaugural Cyber25, a list of 25 leaders "protecting Ohio's digital future." Cyber25 is a new annual recognition from Ohio Tech News and OhioX, presented by ATC. It honors cybersecurity leaders who are protecting Ohio's businesses, public services and critical infrastructur more PR

TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The University of Toledo posted the following news: * * * UToledo-Led Initiative Enables High School Students to Monitor Aerosolized Plume from Chemical Leak * A hazardous materials incident earlier this week raised urgent questions about air quality in North Toledo and the surrounding region of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. Now area high school students are among those exploring answers by perusing air quality data collected under a NASA-funded initiative led by The University of Toledo. "Students had ac more PR

DELAWARE, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Vision Launch * Ohio Wesleyan University Unveils New Identity as America's University for Ambitious Self-Discovery, Announces $40 Million Gift to Establish Mecum College of Arts and Humanities Gift caps record $94 million in gifts for fiscal year 2026 as OWU doubles down on the arts, humanities and student exploration. DELAWARE, Ohio - Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU) today announced its new identity as America's University for Ambitious Self-Discov more PR

KENT, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Kent State University posted the following news: * * * Who Pays for Public Higher Education? * Now comes the question that drives every family decision: Where does the money actually come from? Decades ago, public universities were public investments -- funded by taxpayers, affordable to students. That partnership has shifted. State support has declined significantly. The burden has moved to families. Understanding that history changes how you read the bill. Public Universities Didn't Get Expensive. Public Funding De more PR