Category Archives: News

“Culture in Motion” to bring Native American traditions to Findlay

By Victoria Hansen hansenv@findlay.edu   After six months of planning, the University of Findlay is preparing to welcome performers from the North American Indian Association of Detroit (NAIAD) for Culture in Motion, a night of dance, storytelling, and discussion. Dr. Darcy Metcalfe, assistant professor of religious studies at UF says the Interpath Student Council is […]

A Look into the Nursing Program

By Omari Welch-Guytan welchguytano@findlay.edu At the University of Findlay, nursing has become the 10th largest program after only 11 years. But it’s more than a degree, it’s a lifelong commitment to caring for others. For students like Techiya Jackson and Taylor Scribner, that calling has shaped not only their education but also their outlook on life and service.Fifth-year […]

Find the Kind: One act at a time 

By Morgan Sparks and Pulse Staff sparksm@findlay.edu   Being kind might occasionally feel like an afterthought in a world where college life can feel like a never-ending rush between coursework, jobs, and extracurriculars. However, tiny acts of kindness are having an influence at the University of Findlay. “Kindness doesn’t have to be grand or complicated. […]

Small Campus, Big Impact: UF to be featured on Empowered hosted by Meg Ryan

By Andrea Hoffman hoffmana1@findlay.edu   On Wednesday, Oct. 15, a production crew from Summit Studios visited the University of Findlay. Directors of Photography Andy Carrasco and Sean Tredway traveled from Fort Collins, Colorado, to produce a program promoting the university through digital marketing efforts. “We’re filming for a program that is basically just a piece […]

Thoughts with Profs: The heart of campus life: Compassion, Benevolence, and Beneficence

Column by Dr. Darcy Metcalfe Assistant Professor of Religious Studies darcy.metcalfe@findlay.edu College is more than lectures, exams, and late-night study sessions—it’s a community, a shared space where diverse lives intersect. In this vibrant environment, the virtues of compassion, benevolence, and beneficence are not just admirable ideals; they are essential for cultivating a campus culture that […]

Thoughts with Profs: Homecoming is like taking a trip down memory lane…

Column by Amy Rogan Assistant Professor of Media and Communication & Adviser to The Pulse rogan@findlay.edu I have to say, as a student at the University of Findlay a few–uh-hem–decades ago, I do not remember Homecoming Weekend as quite the extravaganza it is now. There was a football game and sometimes an off-campus dance. Then […]

Healthy eating for UF athletes

By Omari Welch-Guytan welchguytano@findlay.edu Sometimes the food is good, sometimes it could be better. Everyone has an opinion about campus dining, on every campus in America. But for student-athletes at the University of Findlay, the dining options on campus are crucial to peak physical performance. Track and field assistant coach Justin Fisher sees Henderson through […]

Oilers Climb National Rankings

By Erin Moran morane@findlay.edu The University of Findlay (UF) Oilers athletic teams are getting national recognition this fall with several teams ranked within the top 25 in NCAA Division II. The football, volleyball, and women’s golf teams started their seasons strong with quick national poll spots, and are holding steady halfway through the season. UF’s […]

2025 Homecoming Court Announced

The University of Findlay’s (UF) 2025 Homecoming Court consists of 10 students, seven majors, five colleges, and two soon-to-be-crowned Homecoming Royalty. “These outstanding student leaders exemplify the qualities of leadership, spirit, integrity, and achievement through their contributions and involvement at UF – and we are so proud to call them Oilers,” said Lee Ann Ireland, […]

UF Introduced a new fee for student-athletes this school year

By Richard Mast mastr@findlay.edu   The University of Findlay has introduced a $250 fee for its student-athletes with $125 installment per semester in order to participate in their respective sports. The policy, which went into effect this fall, aligns with practices that are already common across NCAA Division II and Division III athletics, according to […]

Rebrands and Mergers: Change is not that new

By Victoria Hansen hansenv@findlay.edu   Combining the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) and the College of Business may go down as a bold move in University of Findlay history. However, UF has a storied history of college name changes and mergers. “We have combined, we’ve split, we’ve rearranged, we’ve started new,” said […]

Community Note: International Week of the Deaf

Submitted by Dr. Leah Brant, Assistant Professor, ASL In honor of International Week of the Deaf (Sept. 22–28), students in BLMC 160: Deaf Culture in the United States, shared interesting and important facts about Deaf culture and the Deaf community via sidewalk chalk on the Cory Street Mall. Students enthusiastically prepared information to help the campus community […]

New format gets Music Bach series new attention

By Sarah Rutledge rutledges@findlay.edu From four to 150, the format for the Music Bach concert did its job Tuesday. It increased attendance. University of Findlay Assistant Director for Campus and Community Engagement Alex Parker says last spring’s concert had four people in attendance. But moving the concert from the AMU atrium to the lawn of […]

The keys to a good roommate

UF Students and RA Share Advice By Ella Resor resore@findlay.edu Living with a roommate is a canon event of the college experience, but whether that experience is positive or negative can be largely dependent on you. At the University of Findlay, students and resident assistants say that communication, compromise, and mutual respect are the foundations […]

Free Speech Debates Continue Across America

SGA to sponsor Speak Up event By Victoria Hansen and Pulse Staff hansenv@findlay.edu “Free speech” is the phrase of the day in national, state and local discourse this week as Jimmy Kimmel returns to ABC, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine discusses the topic at the Ohio Department of Higher Education’s Trustees Conference, and the University of […]

Broadway Trailblazer Visits Findlay

By Victoria Hansen hansenv@findlay.edu Ali Ewoldt, the first Asian-American to play Christine in The Phantom of the Opera, graced the Winebrenner auditorium stage at the Fall 2025 Donnell Broadway Concert on Sunday. Her repertoire included songs from The King and I, Kiss Me Kate, and The Phantom of the Opera, along with various medleys of […]

Writing and snacks! A mid-term tradition

*Submitted by the DeLong Writing Center Need a little help getting your papers ready for your mid-term portfolio? Would you like someone to look over your citations or help you get or portfolio submitted correctly? If you’re a student in English 104, 106, or 107, we’ve got an event designed just for you: The Mid-Semester […]

Changes to COVID-19 Vaccine Approval Effects Health Fair

By Victoria Hansen hansenv@findlay.edu On Sept. 25, the University of Findlay (UF)’s Cosiano Health Center (CHS) will host its annual Health and Wellness Fair in the Koehler Fitness and Recreation Complex (FRC) with free flu shots for UF students and 35 vendors representing various forms of physical, mental and spiritual health. While these groups offer […]

Making Moving Work

By Mylin Brown brownm17@findlay.edu For many college students, moving off campus marks a rite of passage, a chance to gain independence, manage responsibilities, and carve out a lifestyle beyond the residence halls. But the transition isn’t without challenges. Owen Clevenger, a University of Findlay student who has lived off campus since his sophomore year, said […]

UF Students and Staff Share Strategies to Beat Procrastination

By Tristan Cross crosst2@findlay.edu Procrastination is rarely a sign of laziness, experts say. Instead, it often serves as a kind of self-protection a way students avoid the anxiety of being judged and campus resources and simple strategies can help break the cycle. “Procrastination is often a self-protection strategy for students,” Dominic J. Voge wrote in […]

Well begun is half done: UF Athletics impressing fans early

By Pulse Staff University of Findlay athletics is off to a strong start this fall, which is a point of pride for the University, according to Kyle Niermann, Assistant Athletic Director, External Relations. “Coming off of a historic year where we finished in the top 10 in the country as a department, it was hard […]

Who’s the new girl?

University of Findlay welcomes new avatar By Richard Mast mastr@findlay.edu The University of Findlay has introduced a new member to its advancement team, an AI-powered virtual engagement officer named “Daphne.” This is the latest innovation that is designed to connect alumni, expand outreach, and place Findlay at the forefront of higher education technology. Ryan Hite, […]

SAAC Offers UF Athletes a Voice 

By Addisyn Freeman freemana7@findlay.edu For Allie Stockton, joining the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) at the University of Findlay started with simple curiosity. Today, she’s the secretary of the organization—and a passionate advocate for why more athletes should get involved.  “I joined SAAC to see what it was all about,” said Stockton, a junior on the […]