Hannah Peterson, of Sabina, recently graduated from the University of Akron.

In all, the 2,994 candidates from 29 states and 39 countries earned 66 doctoral degrees; 91 juris doctor degrees; 649 master’s degrees; 1,886 bachelor’s degrees; and 302 associate degrees.

Peterson successfully completed the program requirements earning the Bachelor of Arts Speech – LP&A.

The University of Akron (UA) is the region’s most influential public research university, contributing to the resurgence of the local economy, providing a highly skilled workforce, and known for an innovative approach to higher education. With nearly 26,000 students and more than 300 associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate and law degree programs, UA offers career-focused and experiential learning that defines the polytechnic approach to education.

From polymers and psychology, to engineering and integrated marketing communications, to education and choreography, UA brings together various disciplines in ways that provide students with life-long skills, internships and co-ops, opportunities for academic research, study abroad, on-campus student employment and service projects designed for diverse groups of learners, including full-time, part-time and on-line students, veterans, and adults returning to the classroom.