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University of Toledo fights back after landing on ‘worst professors’ list

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After a recent report labeled the University of Toledo’s faculty as among the worst in the nation, President Lloyd Jacobs blasted the ranking during a press conference this afternoon, calling it “laughable” and saying it “has no validity whatever.”

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UT president breaks his silence, defends abortion clinic decision

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President Lloyd Jacobs this week defended the University of Toledo’s decision to back out of a patient transfer agreement with a local abortion clinic and end talks with another, saying UT should take a “neutral stance” on abortion.

Proposed law would let student trustees vote

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The two students who represent their peers on the University of Toledo Board of Trustees can’t vote on board decisions — but a bill in the Ohio House of Representatives aims to change that.

Former AAUP executive director's lawyer says accusations are 'nonsense'

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All accusations filed against The University of Toledo’s former professors’ union director Mary Jane Erard are “nonsense,” her attorney said.

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Former USA Today CEO to speak at UHeart digital media conference

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David Hunke has worked in media for over 35 years, including as the CEO of USA Today. Now he’s the chief strategy officer at Digerati in Detroit — and one of the keynote speakers at the University of Toledo’s UHeart Digital Media Conference on May 10.

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Collegian alum funds scholarship for the IC

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The memory of a former Collegian editor will be honored with a new scholarship fund bearing his name.

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Student Government inducts next year’s leaders

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The University of Toledo Student Government’s summer plans include recruiting new members and transitioning into a new system of government with a new constitution.

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Former Rocket Kim Knuth to be inducted into MAC Hall of Fame

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Former University of Toledo women’s basketball star Kim Knuth was selected to be part of the Mid-American Conference Hall of Fame’s 2013 class, the league announced April 18.

Closing the book on a banner year for Toledo Rocket athletics

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Sitting in the newsroom a week ago trying to think about what would go in the final sports page of the school year, something suddenly occurred to me. Other than some minor shortfalls and an embarrassing resignation from a cross country coach, it’s been a banner year for Toledo Rocket athletics.

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Toledo takes two of three from Central Michigan, then crushes Notre Dame 15-3.

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The University of Toledo baseball team won two of three over the weekend against the Central Michigan Chippewas. The Rockets (14-24, 6-9 MAC) split a double header Sunday after a dominant 11-0 victory Saturday.

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Path from the draft: Mike Hamann reflects on his time in spring training with the Chicago Cubs

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Former University of Toledo baseball player Mike Hamann is getting the chance of a lifetime after being drafted and signed by the Chicago Cubs in the 16th round of the 2012 MLB amateur draft.

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Toledo swept by Bowling Green in weekend series

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The University of Toledo baseball team spent their weekend at Scott Park where the Bowling Green Falcons handed them three consecutive defeats. The series ended on Sunday, April 14, with a 6-3 loss.

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Gold beats Blue 21-10 in annual Toledo spring football game

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The University of Toledo football team has some depth and experience issues at quarterback behind their starter, but that won’t matter as long as senior Terrance Owens can stay on the field. Owens completed 19-of-29 passes for 223 yards on Friday, April 12, to lead the Gold team over the Blue 21-10 in UT’s annual spring game.

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Editorial: Student representatives should have a vote on board of trustees

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When it comes to the student voice having a direct impact on what decisions a university makes, students should be able to vote on the decisions that really matter.

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Danielle Gamble: Work together -- a call for student leaders to answer

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This week, I had a very insightful conversation with one of UT’s student leaders. I didn’t even know her before that evening; I sat next to her mostly because my feet were hurting. No matter the reason, it was the right move.

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Veralucía Mendoza: Reserving judgments from Boston

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I can already see the fingers being pointed, and all the comments people are going to make.

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Christian Davis: Auto-correct -- the fall of spelling

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The problem is, when we don’t have computers, many of us forget the English language altogether.

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Ron Johns: Discussing Liberty is eye-opening

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With the semester coming to its high point, and exams on the horizon, politics may be the last thing on your mind.

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Editorial: University of Toledo folds under pressure

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Decision to cancel abortion center agreement points to bigger troubles.

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Bon voyage, UT students: Many will travel overseas over summer break

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Learning the classroom basics of a foreign language just isn’t enough for some passionate students — so they fly overseas.

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Women graduate from Success Series

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The Driscoll Alumni Center buzzed with excitement April 22 as the 27 graduates of this year’s Women’s Success Series exchanged greetings and weekend stories.

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Series of student plays to be created, performed in a day

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There are only 24 hours in a day, which is just enough time to write and direct a play, fundraise and get students more involved in the theater department.

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RockeTHON recruits record number of dancers

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University of Toledo students will be dancing the day away at this year’s RockeTHON in the Recreation Center to raise money for Mercy Children’s Hospital.

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BFA Exhibition II highlights different UT students’ art

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Senior fine art students tackled different media with their own spin during the second half of the Bachelor of Fine Art Thesis Exhibition.

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Virus outbreak brings walking dead back to campus

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Even though Walking Dead is over, UT students will still be living through a zombie apocalypse on campus when oUTbreak begins on Wednesday, April 17.

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