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Findlay Awards Ohio’s First Lady Fran DeWine Honorary Doctorate

The University of Findlay today presented Ohio’s First Lady Fran DeWine with an Honorary Doctorate of Arts and Letters, celebrating her dedication to children’s literacy in the Buckeye State. “Fran DeWine has honorably served the State of Ohio and its citizens with her passion for making children’s lives better,” UF President Richard Ludwick, J.D., D.Ed., […]

Full Circle at Findlay: Educator Returns to Inspire Future Teachers

Middle school teacher Brooke Boznango ’16 recently returned to the University of Findlay to share advice and insights with current education students as a continuation of the College of Education’s Visiting Educator series. Boznango, who earned a middle childhood education degree from UF in 2016, is in her 11th year of education. She currently teaches […]

University of Findlay Faculty to Address Trauma-Responsive Classrooms at International Education Conference

Two University of Findlay faculty members have been selected as keynote speakers at the 13th World Congress on Special Needs Education (WCSNE-2026), to be held November 23–25, 2026, at St. Anne’s College, a constituent college of the University of Oxford, in Oxford, United Kingdom. University of Findlay faculty members Kara Parker, EdD and Jon Brasfield, […]

The Business of Horses to be Featured at Sept. 11 ‘Fridays at Findlay’

The big business of horse training and reining will be the theme of the September 11 “Fridays at Findlay” presentation at the University of Findlay. Brandon Brant of Brant Performance Horses and a “Million Dollar Rider” will be the featured speaker, discussing “What Horses Have Taught Me About Life, Business, and People.” Brant earned bachelor’s […]

Findlay DPT Student, Keshon Thomas, Awarded Scholarship

University of Findlay Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program student, Keshon Thomas, was recently named a recipient of the 2026 CREST Scholarship from the Rizing Tide Foundation. For this distinction, Keshon will receive $14,000 (renewable each year) toward his DPT education, with the opportunity for renewal for up to two additional years. This scholarship recognizes […]

As Reining Takes the National Stage, UF’s Legacy Runs Deep

Findlay, Ohio – The Run For A Million (TRFAM), an elite reining competition that tests a horse and rider’s precision through spins, sliding stops and rapid changes of direction, is set to make its major television broadcast debut on Saturday night on CBS. This marks a significant moment for the sport that has deep roots […]

University of Findlay’s Lea Gallery Hosts “Rumors of War” Exhibit

The University of Findlay’s Lea Gallery presents Rumors of War, an exhibition of mixed-media artwork by artist and educator Ivan Fortushniak, now through September 18. A public reception will be held Friday, August 21, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Virginia B. Gardner Fine Arts Pavilion. Fortushniak, who earned his MFA from the University […]

Marathon Petroleum Corporation Makes $1 Million Gift to UF

The University of Findlay is honored to announce that Marathon Petroleum Corporation has presented a $1 million gift to fund the creation of a new business analytics academic program. “UF is proud of our cooperative partnership with Marathon Petroleum Corporation, as we educate Oiler graduates to become valuable employees and active young professionals in the […]

University of Findlay Tree Care Committee Celebrates 10 Years of Stewardship

The University of Findlay’s Tree Care Committee is celebrating 10 years of dedicated service to campus and its community. While much of the committee’s work is done behind the scenes, its efforts play a major role in supporting the overall beauty and appeal of Findlay’s charming campus. Consisting of faculty, students, staff, and a community member, the mission of UF’s Tree Care Committee remains the same as it was when it began a decade ago: to […]

University of Findlay Names Jim Fritz, Ed.D., as Educational Administration Program Director

University of Findlay has named Jim Fritz, Ed.D., as the new director of the Educational Administration Program within the College of Education. Fritz has experience as a teacher, middle school assistant principal, high school assistant principal, school improvement consultant, director of curriculum and instruction, assistant superintendent, and 16 years as a superintendent, 14 years at […]