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UF Dean Appointed to State Educator Standards Board (ESB)

University of Findlay’s Julie McIntosh, Ed.D., dean of the College of Education, was recently appointed as the Ohio Association of Private Colleges for Teacher Education (OAPCTE) representative to the Ohio State Board of Education Educator Standards Board (ESB). The board promotes educator quality, professionalism, and public accountability. According to the State Board of Education, the […]

Fields Stepping Down, New Interim VP of Academic Affairs Named

FINDLAY, Ohio – University of Findlay Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs, Darin Fields, PhD, has announced plans to step down from his position effective August 1. Fields will remain at the University, joining the English, philosophy, and religious studies department as a professor of English and working in the Institutional Research Office on university-wide […]

New Director, Assistant Director Named for Mazza Museum

The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum is proud to announce that Dan Chudzinski will be the new director and Amanda Davidson-Johnston will be elevated to the role of assistant director, as of August 1, 2025. “The impressive credentials of Dan and Amanda make me confident this jewel of our campus will continue to flourish under […]

Enchanted Brush Exhibit of Fantasy Artwork Opens at Mazza Museum

The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum will showcase a selection of the world’s finest fantasy artists in its 11th annual Enchanted Brush exhibit, open now through August 29. This year’s exhibit, free to the public in the Lea Gallery of UF’s Gardner Fine Arts Pavilion, has a theme of “Legendary.” “This exhibition brings to life […]

UF to Host Oil Can Classic Pickleball Tournament June 20 and 21

The University of Findlay will host a pickleball tournament, the Oil Can Classic, on Friday and Saturday, June 20 and 21, and the public is invited to participate. “We are ready to serve up some fun for the entire community,” said Lee Ann Ireland, director of UF’s Wolfe Center for Alumni, Parents, and Friends. “We […]

Findlay Area Pharmacists Association Pays Tribute to Late Dean Emeritus Donald Stansloski

The Findlay Area Pharmacists Association has made a gift to the University of Findlay in memory of Dr. Donald Stansloski, founding dean of UF’s College of Pharmacy. “We are truly grateful for this gift, and we know we could not produce such outstanding graduates without the support of pharmacist mentors like those in our community,” […]

Nikki Hintze Named as Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing

Nikki Hintze has been named vice president of enrollment and marketing for the University of Findlay. Her appointment was approved by the UF Board of Trustees at their February 20 meeting. University of Findlay President Katherine Fell, Ph.D., noted that Hintze brings 15 years of experience in higher education enrollment management and student services to […]

University of Findlay Faculty Evaluate Tomorrow’s Leaders at Leadership Scholarship Competition

On Feb. 22, 2025, the University of Findlay hosted its second Leadership Scholarship Competition of the year. Faculty members who volunteered shared their favorite aspects of observing the next generation of leaders. The Leadership Scholarship recognizes and rewards students who demonstrate outstanding leadership and community service. Students must have a minimum of 22 ACT, 1110 […]

Brandon Heidepriem and Rob Sauritch Named as New Vice Presidents

Brandon Heidepriem has been named vice president of information technology services and Rob Sauritch as vice president of business affairs and treasurer for the University of Findlay. University of Findlay President Katherine Fell, Ph.D., believes both administrators are strong additions to her leadership team. Heidepriem has been a UF employee for 11 years and served […]

UF Alumnus named to the 20 Under 40 Toledo List

University of Findlay celebrates alumnus Kaleb Jai Harrison Brown for being named to the 20 Under 40 Toledo list, recognizing his outstanding leadership, dedication to health equity, and community impact. Brown, who earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from University of Findlay, serves as the Community Impact Manager at United Way of Hancock County […]