By Ricky Mast mastr@findlay.edu Religion is a large influence on many people’s decision-making in their daily lives and can be especially important when deciding what college to attend. With the University of Findlay and Bluffton University merger, two different religious beliefs will now be rooted in a single university. UF’s religious beliefs are rooted in […]
On March 20 an unexpected announcement sent shockwaves from Findlay to Bluffton. The presidents of the University of Findlay and Bluffton University each announced to their campuses a memorandum of understanding to merge the two universities. In this special series, Pulse news reporters explore the many angles of the potential merger between the Oilers and […]
Pulse Media reporter Ellie Janszen gives us a look at the Total Solar Eclipse and the visitors it brought to campus.
By Pulse Staff A number of activities are happening on campus today from shows at the Newhard Planetarium to a peek through the giant eclipse glasses on the College of Business and Student Life (CBSL) Lawn. Visitors can chalk the walk, participate in activities at the The Conda STEAM Center and the Mazza Museum. Bill […]
By Pulse Staff The University of Findlay and Bluffton University announced today the two universities. In a meeting with staff and faculty this afternoon, President Dr. Katherine Fell said the process is just beginning but they have signed a memorandum of understanding. Each athletic department will remain in their respective divisions. UF athletes will compete […]
By Pulse Staff Businessman Bernie Moreno-R will square off with incumbent Sen. Sherrod Brown-D in November. The Ohio Primary Election on Tuesday, March 19 ended with Moreno garnering nearly 50 percent of the vote. The Ohio U.S. Senate GOP matchup was a big race nationally with many calling it a “divisive proxy race between Trump […]
A Journey From Showing Steer to the Queen of Adams County By Andrea Hoffman hoffmana1@findlay.edu Every young girl dreams of becoming a queen one day, but for University of Findlay student Callie Neuenschwander it’s not just a dream, it is her reality. Neuenschwander is a freshman at UF in the Pre-Veterinary program and this past […]
Strength and Conditioning senior, Reggie Micheaux plays football at UF. But his 2022 season hit a snag when he received a shocking diagnosis. He shares the story of his personal battle with cancer. Pulse Media reporter Ellie Janszen explains.
Multiple Findlay students take the opportunity to share their talents with others at the Revive Coffee Shoppe By Mason Alberts albertsm@findlay.edu Students participated in the Coffee Shoppe hosted by Campus Ministries in the Alumni Memorial Union at the University of Findlay, Thursday Sept. 21. Every year at UF, Campus Ministries sponsors an event titled “Coffee […]
Column By JereMiah Keith Jackson, 88.3 WLFC Pulse Radio General Manager kagelvltv@gmail.com @aklcpodcast This will be my sixth fall semester here at The University of Findlay entering my first year of grad school. Knowing myself over the course of years I learned that I will never be perfect the entire semester, but if I can […]
Upperclassmen and others share advice and tips for incoming freshman By Kendall Westgate, Pulse Editor westgatek@findlay.edu With classes starting, incoming freshmen may feel all the stress and excitement, but there’s some tips and tricks to calm back-to-school nerves. “Taking advice from my upperclassmen friends really helped because they know exactly what you’re going through and […]
By JereMiah Keith Jackson, 88.3 WLFC Pulse Radio General Manager kagelvltv@gmail.com @aklcpodcast This will be my sixth fall semester here at The University of Findlay entering my first year of grad school. Knowing myself over the course of years I learned that I will never be perfect the entire semester, but if I can get […]
Excitement swirls around her research of UF’s university origin By Lauren Wolters woltersl1@findlay.edu Dr. Diana Montague, Professor of Communication, takes a sabbatical this fall to begin researching the University of Findlay’s first 30 years as a university. In 1989 Findlay College became the University of Findlay. Dr. Montague plans to focus on the timeline at […]
By Pulse Staff A $1.3 million facility is going up on the campus of the University of Findlay and the story behind it is one of timing, hard work, and generosity. UF Director of Athletics Jim Givens says the project is a step in the right direction when it comes to getting more athletics actually […]
By Sam Rohrs rohrss@findlay.edu The semester is almost over and some University of Findlay students will be working their summer away while others will be traveling and enjoying their summer. In an informal survey sent out to 100 diverse students at the University of Findlay, 34 responded. Thirty students said they are working a job/internship […]
By Vanessa Crowe crowev@findlay.edu The University of Findlay IHSA Hunt Seat team competed in the Zone 6 championship at Lake Erie College on April 1. The team left the champions of Zone 6 and secured its spot in the Nationals. The IHSA Nationals is going to be held at Kentucky Hose Farm in Lexington, Kentucky. […]
Ohio has new cell phone driving law. By Pulse Staff If you use a cell phone and drive a vehicle, there are new rules of the road to follow in Ohio. For some it just makes sense. For others, it will be a difficult habit to change. But the message is pretty simple. “Phones Down. […]
The quick growth of social media is impacting mental health in many different ways By Paige Falk Falkp@findlay.edu Like many college students, 20-year-old Olivia Speen says social media impacted her mental health. “Social media is the root of so much comparison in life,” Speen said. “It makes me feel ashamed of myself in many different […]
Did COVID accelerate the mental health crisis for students? By Sam Rohrs rohrss@findlay.edu Three years ago, students went home for what seemed to be an extended spring break, but they ended up not coming back to campus until the next school year. Students were stuck at home with no social interaction, online learning, and no […]
By Devyn Hopkins hopkinsd@findlay.edu While training the next generation of educators, University of Findlay professors from the College of Education are helping their students prepare for the mental health issues they’ll see in their future classrooms. Mentalhealth.gov says educators are often the first to notice mental health problems. Missy Recker, an Assistant Professor and Team […]
By Bella Angel angeli@findlay.edu Nearly seven out of 10 college students report experiencing mental health issues such as stress, anxiety, or depression according to a nationwide survey of college students conducted by TimelyMD. And college professors often feel the pressure those students are experiencing. Dr. Christine Denecker, Associate Vice President for Learning and Innovation and […]
A recent survey shows NCAA student athletes’ elevated rates of mental exhaustion, anxiety and feelings of being depressed have seen little change since 2020. By Ashley Graham and Pulse Staff While physical health has always been a concern for athletes, mental health issues have become particularly relevant since the start of the pandemic. A survey […]
A recent study by The Healthy Minds Network included responses from 96,000 college students in the United States at 133 campuses during the 2021-22 school year. The study found high rates of depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. The study found 44% of the respondents reported symptoms of depression, 37% reported high anxiety, and 15% said […]
By Aaron Sundermann sundermanna@findlay.edu Just because the season is over it does not mean the grind is over for The University of Findlay men’s and women’s soccer teams. Both the soccer programs had winning seasons this past fall as the men’s team went 9-8-1 while the women’s team went 10-6-3. Both teams ended their seasons […]
UF remains a test optional institution for ACT and SAT scores By Lauren Wolters woltersl1@findlay.edu Some of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic remain prevalent still, three years after schools and businesses first shut down in March of 2020. Some of these effects allow education systems to be more accommodating to students. An example of […]
By Kwesi Caldwell and Pulse Staff Content creation has become a hot activity on the University of Findlay campus. Students have started tuning into accounts such as Findlay Talks and Findlay Rap on Instagram and of course, the 88.3 WLFC the Pulse YouTube page; which has been burning up with creative and fun podcasts from […]
By Vanessa Crowe crowev@findlay.edu ChatGPT could strike fear in the hearts of educators everywhere but a team at the University of Findlay is trying to make sure it is used for good, not evil. ChatGPT is an AI that can perform many tasks that it is given. These tasks can range from writing an essay […]
NG 9-1-1 would provide better compatibility with cell phones, smart watches, and even home security systems. By Paige Falk Falkp@findlay.edu The 911 systems across Ohio are soon to be upgraded to match the evolution of the rapid growing technology in today’s world. Kathleen Madden, Ohio Director of Administrative Services, visited Hancock county to discuss Gov. […]
By Taylor Christensen Being crowned as the National Champions of NCAA Division II in the 2021-22 season, the UF’s women’s golf team is hopeful for another successful season. Currently, women’s golf is ranked sixth in the country, and Coach Dominic Guarnieri is looking forward to continuing the success. “We have high hopes for this year, […]
University of Findlay students Ellie Janszen and Joe Sadowski talk with Student Government Association president Ashlyn Coleman about how the concert came to be and who else Oilers will see on stage.
By Aaron Sundermann sundermanna@findlay.edu On Feb. 16, The University of Findlay hosted a white coat ceremony for the students in the Department of Physical Therapy. This is an occasion that marks the finals steps in a graduate students’ education for receiving a doctorate in a certain profession, in this case Physical Therapy. In this year’s […]
By Devin Hopkins hopkinsd@findlay.edu The University of Findlay Women’s Lacrosse team started its season with five back to back losses but has won two of the last three games. The team still has high hopes for the upcoming 2023 season. UF senior Erin Kodger, a defender for the Women’s Lacrosse team, was disappointed but still […]
By Paige Falk Falkp@findlay.edu Finding a healthy balance of the student athlete life can be difficult in college, especially when bringing traveling into the mix. The University of Findlay graduation rate of student athletes indicates a successful pattern and healthy balance between athletics and academics. Kyle Niermann Assistant Athletic Director for External Affairs at UF […]
The grant allows the library to expand its collection and give students and faculty access to more Ohioans’ writings. By Bella Angel angeli@findlay.edu Jenni Royce, College Librarian for Arts and Humanities, and Dr. Harley Ferris, Assistant Professor of English and Director of the Writing Center, recently collaborated on a grant application for a new permanent […]
Reading for pleasure can help improve mental health along with other benefits. By Kendall Westgate and Pulse Staff westgatek@findlay.edu At the University of Findlay, Shaffer Library, the Writing Center, and the Center for Teaching Excellence came together to host Pleasure Reading Week this week, March 13-17. Director of the Writing Center at UF, Dr. Harley […]
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