Plus, Baldwin Wallace University's business school undergoes a name change, and Malone University introduces two new certificate offerings.

Elad Granot heads to JCU from Ashland University. Plus, some local institutions share news about commencement speakers.

Eleven colleges and universities across Northeast Ohio will receive thousands in funding as part of the effort. Plus, new hires at the University of Akron, and Tri-C's general counsel earns an honor.

Students will be able to begin their degree studies at Tri-C before heading to CIA to earn a bachelor of fine arts degree. Plus, Stark State College's president Para Jones earns a national honor, and Kent State University's board approves a new degree offering.