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<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/05_01_2024/business-gradate-student-finds-opportunities-in-accounting"><img align="right" hspace="5" width="120" height="120" src="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Molly-Bennett-MAIN-150x150.jpg" class="alignright tfe wp-post-image" alt="Business Gradate Student Molly Bennett, dressed in graduating cap and gown and holding a diploma, poses with UToledo mascot Rocky. " /></a>Molly Bennett completed her bachelor’s degree in business administration in accounting last May, and on Friday, she will receive her master’s degree in accountancy. In September, she starts her full-time job with Maumee-based CliftonLarsonAllen.
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[Accounting is a high-paying and in-demand job, and Molly Bennett has worked hard to be able to get in the field early on in her life.
“While accounting may not be every student’s favorite choice when figuring out their major, its consistent demand speaks to its vital role in every industry,” Bennett said. “Accountants will always be needed, as the job cannot be done by artificial intelligence. Accounting offers stable career prospects with opportunities for growth. Whether you decide to go into public accounting or industry accounting, both will lead you to success in your role.”
<div id="attachment_58894" style="width: 260px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-58894" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-58894" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Graduation-Cap_blue-500x500-e1586882554282.png" alt="Graduation Cap" width="250" height="250" />CELEBRATING SUCCESS: UToledo recognizes the Class of 2024 with a series of stories featuring students receiving their degrees at <a href="https://www.utoledo.edu/commencement/">spring commencement</a>.</div>
Bennett completed her bachelor of arts degree in business administration in accounting in May 2023. Now, she is set to graduate on Friday, May 3 with her master of science degree in accountancy.
“My goal was to graduate with my BBA in four years and immediately go back for my MSA and graduate one year later,” she said. “UToledo has a great program in the College of Business and Innovation called the Pipeline Program.”
The John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation’s Pipeline Program allows undergraduate students to take 6000 level classes during their final year, which also allows them to pay for those classes at an undergraduate level.
With this program, as well as a summer class and taking as many credits as she could, Bennett was able to complete her MSA in only a year.
Dr. Karen Green, associate professor of accounting, has been instrumental to Bennett in working with her throughout earning her MSA.
“Molly stood out as someone who is not only intellectually curious but also innovative,” Green said. “By nature, Molly is a supportive person as she cheers on her classmates, tutors undergraduate students and provides guidance to those who are unsure of the accounting field. Molly is an exceptional student with a positive attitude who understands the importance of hard work and perseverance. I am very excited to see where the future takes her.”
Bennett also works as a student accounting tutor in the John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation’s Alan Barry Accounting Lab, where she tutors students in-person and online while giving them advice about her own career experiences.
<div id="attachment_86282" style="width: 442px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86282" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-86282 size-full" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Molly-Bennett-and-ROCKY-STORY-1.jpg" alt="Business Gradate Student Molly Bennett, dressed in graduating cap and gown and holding a diploma, poses with UToledo mascot Rocky. " width="432" height="500" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Molly-Bennett-and-ROCKY-STORY-1.jpg 432w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Molly-Bennett-and-ROCKY-STORY-1-259x300.jpg 259w" sizes="(max-width: 432px) 100vw, 432px" />MOlly Bennett completed her bachelor of arts in business administration in accounting in May 2023. She graduates Friday with her master of science in accountancy.</div>
“I have had a really great time tutoring in the Alan Barry Accounting Lab,” Bennett said. “I serve as a support system for accounting students by offering study strategies and time management techniques to help students excel in their accounting course work while also helping with career advice.
“Additionally, I provide ongoing support and guidance to students, offering practical and real-world examples to reinforce theoretical knowledge and foster confidence in applying accounting principles.”
Bennett has interned at various companies including PricewaterhouseCoopers, Gilmore Jasion Mahler and Marathon Petroleum Corp. She currently interns with the Maumee-based company CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA).
In September, she will begin working full time in their business risk services group where she will be assisting clients with internal controls and risk management.
“I chose CLA because of the opportunity for growth in the firm, the positive and friendly environment and the flexibility they offer to their employees,” Bennett said. “These three factors were very important to me when I was looking for a full-time job and CLA offers all of them.”
Taking advantage of the Pipeline Program from UToledo and the high demand for accountants, Bennett is set to begin a successful career following graduation.
“One of the many things I love about UToledo is their ability to help you achieve your goals,” she said. “Overall, if a student enjoys working with numbers, problem-solving and ensuring financial integrity, accounting is a great career path.”
 
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<title>UToledo Student Employee and Supervisor of the Year Announced</title>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Office of Academic and Student Employment recently announced the winners of the Student Employee and Supervisor of the Year awards.
“On-campus employment can provide students with greater financial security, while also improving learning, career-readiness and help with retention and completion rates,” said Josh Vail, student employment specialist. “The University of Toledo continually strives to create a high-impact on-campus student employment experience for both the students and the departments.
<div id="attachment_86294" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86294" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-86294" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-5761-Employee-and-supervisor.jpg" alt="From left, Jada Alcantara, a senior graduating Saturday with a bachelor’s degree in cosmetic science and formulation design, was Student Employee of the Year. Tim Sanderson, senior technology support administrator in the College of Health and Human Services, was Supervisor of the Year." width="500" height="333" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-5761-Employee-and-supervisor.jpg 500w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-5761-Employee-and-supervisor-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />Jada Alcantara, left, a senior graduating Saturday with a bachelor’s degree in cosmetic science and formulation design, was Student Employee of the Year. Tim Sanderson, senior technology support administrator in the College of Health and Human Services, was Supervisor of the Year.</div>
Jada Alcantara was recognized as the UToledo Student Employee of the Year, an award that recognizes the outstanding contributions and achievements of students who work while pursuing higher education.
A senior graduating Saturday with a bachelor’s degree in cosmetic science and formulation design in the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Alcantara is a student outreach coordinator in the Office of Undergraduate Admission.
Alcantara was nominated by several staff members of the undergraduate admission team.
She has been with their office since 2020 and has a wide range of knowledge of the University and its offerings. She is heavily involved in campus activities such as Blue Key Honor Society, Mortar Board Honor Society and UToledo Cosmetic Chemist Society.
Alcantara’s nominators noted that her ability to make connections and utilize campus resources to promote our recruitment social media content is exceptional and how her passion for UToledo comes through in all that she does, academically and professionally.
“In her time with our Office of Undergraduate Admission, she has made a huge impact on the University and prospective students through technology and innovation,” Alcantara’s nominators said. “Jada continues to go above and beyond to gather content, find solutions and find new ways to engage with our prospective students and their families. She has increased engagement with our content by engaging current students, faculty and staff to showcase the Rocket Experience in an authentic and meaningful way.”
Through the academic year, UToledo had approximately 1,900 students working more than 283,500 hours across all campuses, providing value-added staffing while gaining relevant real-world transferable skills they can take to their career workplace.
Alcantara was selected for the top honor based on guidelines defined by the National Student Employee Association.
The Supervisor of the Year Award was presented to Tim Sanderson, senior technology support administrator in the College of Health and Human Services.
“Tim goes above and beyond to make sure that his student workers are given the instruction and assistance they need to succeed in their positions,” his nominator wrote. “Tim meets with his staff regularly to review their progress and offers constructive criticism to help them improve. Tim encouraged his team to work together and communicate clearly, he helps us recognize the department’s underlying needs and come up with solutions to support our work.”
Sanderson organizes team-building exercises to foster a sense of neighborhood and to raise spirits, and is a born leader with great initiative, motivation and communication abilities, the nominator wrote.
“The effect Tim has had on us is amazing. He has assisted us in acquiring the abilities required for success in our upcoming careers. His unwavering dedication to excellence, creativity, and collaboration has had a big impact on how well our team works together.”
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<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/05_01_2024/rocket-senior-repeats-as-mac-champion-with-11-under-par-205"><img align="right" hspace="5" width="120" height="120" src="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Botha_MAC_Champion-150x150.jpg" class="alignright tfe wp-post-image" alt="UToledo senior golfer Barend Botha hugs a teammate after winning back-to-back MAC championships." loading="lazy" /></a>Barend Botha becomes the first MAC men's golfer to win back-to-back conference titles in 34 years.
The post <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/05_01_2024/rocket-senior-repeats-as-mac-champion-with-11-under-par-205">Rocket Senior Repeats as MAC Champion With 11-Under Par 205</a> first appeared on <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu">UToledo News</a>.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Senior Barend Botha won his second-straight Mid-American Conference individual title in dominating fashion on Sunday with a 54-hole total of 11-under par 205 at The Club at Chatham Hills. Botha also was selected as the MAC’s Golfer of the Year for a second straight season and earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Regionals that will be held at six different sites on May 13-15.
“I came into the tournament knowing that I was defending my title,” Botha said. “My goal was to put up a fight to keep it and not let it go easily. The conditions were tough today, but I managed to stay patient and control my emotions. It felt good taking it again.”
<div id="attachment_86291" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86291" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-86291" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Botha_MAC_Champion.jpg" alt="UToledo senior golfer Barend Botha hugs a teammate after winning back-to-back MAC championships." width="500" height="281" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Botha_MAC_Champion.jpg 748w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Botha_MAC_Champion-300x169.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />Senior golfer Barend Botha hugs a teammate after winning back-to-back MAC championships.</div>
Botha finished three strokes ahead of his nearest competitor to become the first individual in 34 years to capture back-to-back outright conference titles. Miami’s Sean Gorgone was the last to accomplish the feat by winning the event in 1989 and 1990.
“Barend really dominated the tournament individually from start to finish,” Head Coach Jeff Roope said. “His future in the game is so bright. We’ve known that for quite some time, and his winning the MAC for a second straight season and being named MAC Golfer of the Year again just solidifies all he’s accomplished in his time at Toledo. We’re so proud of him and we know that he’s going to do great things in this game for years and years and years to come.”
Ball State captured the team title at 10-under par 854, three shots in front of runner-up Miami (857). Kent State and Northern Illinois tied for third place at 863, while Toledo placed fifth at 873.
Botha, who finished one stroke shy of tying his school 54-hole record, was never threatened after posting consecutive birdies on No. 4, No. 5 and No. 6 to get to 14-under par. Botha birdied 18 of his 54 holes to tie runner-up Bryce Reed of Kent State (208) for the most in the tournament. He finished at nine-under on the par-fours and five-under on the par-fives.
“Barend played intelligent, no-nonsense golf on the fairways and greens,” Roope said. “He played well on the par-5’s and took advantage of the par-4’s when he had a wedge in his hand.”
The remainder of the Rockets’ lineup included sophomore Mads Jensen finishing alone in 16th place with a three-over par 219, senior Jamie Tofte Nielsen tying for 22nd place at seven-over par 223 and senior Palmer Yenrick tying for 31st place with an 11-over par 227.The post <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/05_01_2024/rocket-senior-repeats-as-mac-champion-with-11-under-par-205">Rocket Senior Repeats as MAC Champion With 11-Under Par 205</a> first appeared on <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu">UToledo News</a>.]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Campus Parking Permits Not Needed for Commencement, Move Out</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Parking permits are not needed to park on campus through Sunday, May 5, for commencement and move out activities.
The post <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/05_01_2024/campus-parking-permits-not-needed-for-commencement-move-out-2">Campus Parking Permits Not Needed for Commencement, Move Out</a> first appeared on <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu">UToledo News</a>.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Parking permits are not needed to park on The University of Toledo campus through Sunday, May 5, for guests to visit campus for commencement events and to assist students with moving out of the residence halls.
While parking will not be enforced for permit violations, it will continue for spaces that are reserved, disabled, metered and patient parking, and areas where there is no overnight parking permitted.
It is recommended that students who are graduating use parking areas 5 and 6 near Savage Arena for graduation ceremonies. More information on parking for commencement and move out is available on the <a href="https://www.parkutoledo.com/parking-news/commencement-2022/">ParkUToledo website</a>.
Parking permit enforcement will resume Monday, May 6. Purchase a parking permit for the summer semester via the <a href="https://www.parkutoledo.com/">ParkUToledo</a> website or the <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fvpermit.com%2Fparkutoledo%2FAccount%2FLogin&data=05%7C02%7CKirk.Baird%40utoledo.edu%7Cafb8c177277c4f30fda708dc6947d109%7C1d6b1707baa94a3da8f8deabfb3d467b%7C0%7C0%7C638501004386467893%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tbA6nRBmQgUS10v5xScVN3yxwx2xmtX6wnDwL0tZjKI%3D&reserved=0">myUT portal</a>.The post <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/05_01_2024/campus-parking-permits-not-needed-for-commencement-move-out-2">Campus Parking Permits Not Needed for Commencement, Move Out</a> first appeared on <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu">UToledo News</a>.]]></content:encoded>
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<title>University Libraries to Expand Gallery, Lecture Series for 2024-25</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Gallery Series will expand from six shows to eight and the Carlson Conversation Lecture Series will expand from four to six.
The post <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/05_01_2024/university-libraries-to-expand-gallery-lecture-series-for-2024-25">University Libraries to Expand Gallery, Lecture Series for 2024-25</a> first appeared on <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu">UToledo News</a>.]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[The University of Toledo Libraries is expanding its inaugural Gallery Series and Carlson Conversations Lecture Series for the 2024-25 academic year.
The University Libraries Gallery Series , which began in August 2023 with six shows and one gallery, will return with eight shows spread across two galleries in Carlson Library.
The Carlson Conversation Lecture Series will expand from four events to six.
More information about the upcoming Gallery Series and Carlson Conversations Lecture Series including dates is available on the <a href="https://www.utoledo.edu/library/">University Libraries website</a>.The post <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/05_01_2024/university-libraries-to-expand-gallery-lecture-series-for-2024-25">University Libraries to Expand Gallery, Lecture Series for 2024-25</a> first appeared on <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu">UToledo News</a>.]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Women’s Tennis to Play No. 12 Ohio State in First Round of NCAA Championships</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/04_30_2024/womens-tennis-to-play-no-12-ohio-state-in-first-round-of-ncaa-championship"><img align="right" hspace="5" width="120" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Womens-Tennis-Celebrates-NCAA-Championship-Announcement-STORY.jpg" class="alignright wp-post-image tfe" alt="Toledo Women" title="" /></a>The Rockets and Buckeyes will take the court for the first time since 2013 on Saturday at 1 p.m. in Columbus.
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[For the first time in program history, the Toledo women’s tennis team will play in the NCAA Division I Women’s Tennis Championships. The Rockets (18-5) will face No.12 seed Ohio State (19-7) in the first round of competition on Saturday, May 4, in Columbus at 1 p.m.
The Rockets gathered in the Grogan Room at Savage Arena to watch the NCAA Selection Show on Monday evening and burst into celebration when they saw their name appear on the screen for the first time.
<div id="attachment_86272" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86272" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-86272" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Womens-Tennis-Celebrates-NCAA-Championship-Announcement-STORY.jpg" alt="Toledo Women's Tennis celebrates NCAA Championship announcement." width="500" height="281" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Womens-Tennis-Celebrates-NCAA-Championship-Announcement-STORY.jpg 748w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Womens-Tennis-Celebrates-NCAA-Championship-Announcement-STORY-300x169.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />For the first time in program history, the Toledo women’s tennis team will play in the NCAA Division I Women’s Tennis Championships.</div>
“This is an incredible experience,” two-time MAC Coach of the Year Tracy Mauntler said. “All the girls have been on a high since Saturday. It doesn’t really matter who we play. Just seeing Toledo on the screen is really a dream come true for our program. All season long we’ve been the favorite, so there’s been a lot of pressure. So going into a match like this, we can be loose and just go after it.”
Mauntler emphasized how hard her team has worked to get to this moment and is excited for their next experience in an already historic season.
“They deserve this so much. There is nothing about this that has come easy for us. They’ve worked and worked and worked and gotten knocked down and kept getting back up. So, this is the perfect ending for them. We’re just going to enjoy it. They’re going to battle like they always do. They’re going to make Toledo proud like they always do. Ohio State is a well-respected team, a powerhouse.”
Toledo earned an automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament by winning the 2024 Mid-American Conference Tournament Championship in an overwhelming 4-1 victory over Miami on April 27. It was the program’s first-ever MAC Tournament title.
OSU, which finished runner-up in the 2024 Big Ten Tournament to Michigan, is making its 10th consecutive and 20th overall NCAA Tournament appearance in school history.
The Rockets and Buckeyes will take the court for the 13th time in program history, and the first time since Jan. 23, 2013, when Toledo lost 7-0.
Three-time MAC Player of the Year, Cassie Alcala recorded her 100th career singles victory to clinch match point for Toledo over Miami from the top court to win the program’s first conference tournament title. She was named First-Team All-MAC for the fourth time in her career, picked to the MAC All-Tournament team, and named MAC Tournament MVP for leading her team to the big dance. Senior Sloane Teske joined Alcala as a First-Team All-MAC and MAC All-Tournament selection, while senior Shalini Tallamraju was picked as Second-Team All-MAC for a second straight season.
No.12 seed Ohio State will host the first two rounds of the women’s tournament at the Ty Tucker Tennis Center in Columbus. Wake Forest and Vanderbilt will play on Saturday at 10 a.m. before the Toledo-OSU match at 1 p.m. The winners of each match will play in the second round on Sunday, May 5, at noon.The post <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/04_30_2024/womens-tennis-to-play-no-12-ohio-state-in-first-round-of-ncaa-championship">Women’s Tennis to Play No. 12 Ohio State in First Round of NCAA Championships</a> first appeared on <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu">UToledo News</a>.]]></content:encoded>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:07:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/04_30_2024/mens-tennis-to-play-illinois-in-first-round-of-ncaa-championships"><img align="right" hspace="5" width="120" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Mens-Tennis-Celebrates-NCAA-Championship-Announcement-STORY.jpg" class="alignright wp-post-image tfe" alt="Toledo Men" title="" /></a>The Rockets and Fighting Illini will take the court on Friday at 1 p.m. in Lexington, Kentucky.
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[For the second time in program history, the Toledo men’s tennis team will be heading to the NCAA Division I Men’s Tennis Championships. The Rockets (14-10) will face Illinois (16-9) in the first round of competition on Friday, May 3, in Lexington, Kentucky, at 1 p.m.
The Rockets gathered in the Grogan Room at Savage Arena to watch the NCAA Selection Show on Monday evening and burst into celebration when they saw their name and opponent appear on the screen.
<div id="attachment_86265" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86265" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-86265" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Mens-Tennis-Celebrates-NCAA-Championship-Announcement-STORY.jpg" alt="Toledo Men's Tennis celebrates NCAA Championship announcement." width="500" height="281" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Mens-Tennis-Celebrates-NCAA-Championship-Announcement-STORY.jpg 748w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Mens-Tennis-Celebrates-NCAA-Championship-Announcement-STORY-300x169.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />For the second time in program history, the Toledo men’s tennis team will be heading to the NCAA Division I Men’s Tennis Championships.</div>
“It’s very exciting to know we’re one of the top 64 teams in the country,” two-time MAC Coach of the Year Al Wermer said. “Our seniors especially deserve this so much. Illinois is a very good team. We lost to them this year, but they’re not at home this time. We played them in their house in January but this time we’ll see them on a neutral court.”
Toledo is back in the NCAA Tournament again after making their first trip ever in 2023. The Rockets lost to Michigan, an experience that Wermer said could help his team this year.
“Last year, we had a happy-to-be-here attitude,” Wermer said. “It was hard to get the guys locked in. It seems like we are going to be a lot more hunkered down this year.”
Toledo punched an automatic ticket into the big dance by winning the 2024 Mid-American Conference Tournament Championship in an exciting 4-1 victory over Western Michigan on April 21. It was the program’s ninth MAC title in history and the second straight for Wermer’s squad.
Illinois, which lost to Nebraska in the first round of the 2024 Big Ten Tournament, is making its 27th appearance at the NCAA Tournament in program history.
Toledo and Illinois will meet for the second time this year, with the Rockets falling 4-0 to the Fighting Illini on Jan. 20 in Champaign, Ill. Senior Pawit Sornlaksup won his first set vs. Kenta Miyoshi, who was ranked No. 17 at the time, and was ahead in the second set before the match was ruled unfinished.
A three-time MAC Player of the Year, Sornlaksup has been a force as the Rockets’ No.1 singles player for the past three seasons. He was named First-Team All-MAC and a MAC All-Tournament selection for the third straight year after clinching match point to send the Rockets to the NCAA dance. Senior Marko Galic joined Sornlaksup as a first-team selection, while junior Hanamichi Carvajal was picked as Second-Team All-MAC and MAC All-Tournament team in his first year with Wermer’s squad.
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<title>Law Graduate Secures Impressive Job With U.S. Department of Justice</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 08:00:04 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/04_30_2024/law-graduate-secures-impressive-job-with-u-s-department-of-justice"><img align="right" hspace="5" width="120" height="120" src="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/venis-daughter-LAW-MAIN-150x150.jpg" class="alignright tfe wp-post-image" alt="Portrait of Anna Venis holding her young daughter outside during the fall. " loading="lazy" /></a>Anna Venis graduates Sunday, May 5. Upon passing the bar exam, Venis will be moving to El Paso, Texas, with her young daughter to begin her career in the Attorney General’s Honors Program.
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[Anna Venis’ journey towards a career in law has been marked by determination, perseverance and compassion.
Venis’s path to success began at a young age, driven by her passion for justice and her commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. Upon graduation during the College of Law’s commencement at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 5, in Thompson Student Union Auditorium, Venis will begin her legal career with the U.S. Department of Justice in El Paso, Texas, in the Attorney General’s Honors Program.
<div id="attachment_58894" style="width: 260px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-58894" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-58894" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Graduation-Cap_blue-500x500-e1586882554282.png" alt="Graduation Cap" width="250" height="250" />CELEBRATING SUCCESS: UToledo recognizes the Class of 2024 with a series of stories featuring students receiving their degrees at <a href="https://www.utoledo.edu/commencement/">spring commencement</a>.</div>
Venis began her higher education journey with the goal of becoming a lawyer and advocate for others in mind. She pursued a bachelor of science in paralegal studies at The University of Toledo, graduating with distinction at 20 years old.
During her final year of undergraduate studies, Venis welcomed her daughter, Caileigh, into the world. Despite some doubts and realizing how difficult it could be to balance being a new parent and attending law school, Venis chose to continue with her plan and achieve her dream of becoming a lawyer.
Venis became interested in immigration law while taking a course with Eugenio Mollo, a clinical assistant professor of law and director of the Immigrant Law Clinic in the UToledo College of Law, which gave her a deeper understanding of the U.S. immigration system. Following her immigration law course, she completed an internship with the Detroit Immigration Court. There, Venis worked on cases involving asylum, withholding of removal and protection under the Convention Against Torture.
“Most memorably, I researched and drafted a decision that discussed the standards for frivolous asylum claims and the government’s burden of proof when requesting that an asylum application be found frivolous,” Venis said.
She worked closely with attorney advisors and immigration judges who provided her with invaluable insight into topics such as the role of the immigration courts and the positive impact that a dedicated and competent attorney can have on the outcome of a case.
The following semester, Venis joined the Toledo Law Immigrant Justice Clinic to continue learning and harnessing her skills with real clients and cases under the supervision of Mollo.
<div id="attachment_86241" style="width: 392px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86241" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-86241 size-full" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/venis-daughter-LAW-COMMENCEMENT-STORY.jpg" alt="Portrait of Anna Venis and her young daughter outside during the fall. " width="382" height="500" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/venis-daughter-LAW-COMMENCEMENT-STORY.jpg 382w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/venis-daughter-LAW-COMMENCEMENT-STORY-229x300.jpg 229w" sizes="(max-width: 382px) 100vw, 382px" />After passing the bar exam, Anna Venis will be moving to El Paso, Texas, with her young daughter to begin her career in the Attorney General’s Honors Program.</div>
“The clinic experience both reinforced and expanded what I had previously been told about the impact an attorney can have. The positive impact to be had is not only on the outcome of the case but, more importantly, it is on the individuals themselves,” Venis said. “Attorneys have the unique ability to empower clients through open, honest discussions about the client’s individual circumstances, navigating complex legal processes and understanding key legal issues that may affect their cases.”
The Department of Justice Attorney General’s Honors Program has a rigorous selection process. Venis’s legal intellect and practical experience secured a coveted spot with the Executive Office for Immigration Review, Office of the Chief Immigration Judge, El Paso Immigration Court.
“It was an absolute joy watching Anna grow from a student curious about immigration law topics into a knowledgeable, confident and client-trusted legal intern in the Immigrant Justice Clinic,” Mollo said. “Anna’s determination and passion, coupled with her Toledo Law experiences, have given her the foundation to jump-start a fulfilling career. I’m really proud of Anna.”
Venis will sit for the Ohio Bar Exam in July 2024 before moving to Texas to start a new chapter with Caileigh, now 3, who she says is her ultimate motivation to succeed.
“Although figuring out how to balance law school and raising a young child was definitely a learning curve, it has also been a very rewarding experience,” Venis said. “I am grateful for my family’s encouragement and the many sacrifices they made to support me in this endeavor. They have been crucial to my success.”
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<title>University Honors Faculty, Staff for Advising, Research, Teaching, Outreach</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 07:30:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/04_30_2024/university-honors-faculty-staff-for-advising-research-teaching-outreach-2"><img align="right" hspace="5" width="120" height="120" src="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6008-Teacher-150x150.jpg" class="alignright tfe wp-post-image" alt="Recipients of the Outstanding Teacher Award are, from left, Dr. Rhonda Aguiton, a professor in the Department of Teacher Education in the Judith Herb College of Education; Lesa Byrnes, a professor in the College of Law; Dr. Gaby Semaan, an associate professor in the Department of World Languages and Cultures in the College of Arts and Letters; Sandra Robinson, a Distinguished University Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics; Dr. Coral Matus, an associate professor in the College of Medicine and Life Science; and Bashar Al-Hariri, a senior lecturer in the Department of English Language and Literature in the College of Arts and Letters." loading="lazy" /></a>UToledo recognized outstanding faculty and staff for their exceptional achievements and their significant contributions to our students, the University and the community.
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[The University of Toledo recently recognized its outstanding advisors, researchers and teachers, and announced the recipients of the Edith Rathbun Award for Outreach and Engagement for the 2023-24 academic year.
“We are proud to have so many University of Toledo faculty and staff dedicated to the success of our students and the University,” said Dr. Scott Molitor, interim provost and executive vice president for academic affairs. “Every year we recognize the exceptional efforts of some of the outstanding members of our University based on the campus community nominations. Congratulations to this year’s inspiring recipients.”
<div id="attachment_86248" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86248" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-86248" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6008-Teacher.jpg" alt="Recipients of the Outstanding Teacher Award are, from left, Dr. Rhonda Aguiton, a professor in the Department of Teacher Education in the Judith Herb College of Education; Lesa Byrnes, a professor in the College of Law; Dr. Gaby Semaan, an associate professor in the Department of World Languages and Cultures in the College of Arts and Letters; Sandra Robinson, a Distinguished University Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics; Dr. Coral Matus, an associate professor in the College of Medicine and Life Science; and Bashar Al-Hariri, a senior lecturer in the Department of English Language and Literature in the College of Arts and Letters." width="500" height="281" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6008-Teacher.jpg 748w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6008-Teacher-300x169.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />Recipients of the Outstanding Teacher Award are, from left, Dr. Rhonda Aguiton, a professor in the Department of Teacher Education in the Judith Herb College of Education; Lesa Byrnes, a professor in the College of Law; Dr. Gaby Semaan, an associate professor in the Department of World Languages and Cultures in the College of Arts and Letters; Sandra Robinson, a Distinguished University Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics; Dr. Coral Matus, an associate professor in the College of Medicine and Life Science; and Bashar Al-Hariri, a senior lecturer in the Department of English Language and Literature in the College of Arts and Letters.</div>
Recipients of the Outstanding Teacher Award are:
Dr. Rhonda Aguiton, a professor in the Department of Teacher Education in the Judith Herb College of Education.
One of her nominators shared, “I have had professor Aguiton since my sophomore year of college. I am now in my last semester of college and she remains the best professor I have had at The University of Toledo in the education program. She has always challenged my peers and I to be the best that we can be while still being understanding and accommodating when needed. She teaches with so much passion that we would all genuinely look forward to her lectures.”
Another nominator wrote, “Rhonda is the absolute sweetest human being. She really cares about her students as people and as educators. She goes above and beyond to make sure that everyone feels welcome and safe in her classroom. She has taught me so much regarding teaching that I will take into my future classroom.”
Bashar Al-Hariri, a senior lecturer in the Department of English Language and Literature in the College of Arts and Letters.
“His enthusiasm makes everyone smile,” shared one of his nominators. “His lectures are the most fun part of my week. We laugh, we learn, all while completing our class assignments. He treats everyone fairly and makes an effort to remember details about every student. His explanations are clear and simple.”
“He genuinely cares about his students. He is passionate about his job and he brings positivity to the classroom,” another student said.
Dr. Gaby Semaan, an associate professor in the Department of World Languages and Cultures in the College of Arts and Letters
A student wrote, “He provides a lot of information to help reinforce the material from the class and helps us understand content with engaging activities. I appreciate the team activities and group discussions that I don’t experience as much in my other classes.”
“He actively engages students during lectures, encouraging their participation and fostering a dynamic learning atmosphere,” said a nominator. “I have attended several of his lectures where he skillfully incorporates interactive discussions and activities, promoting critical thinking and stimulating intellectual curiosity among students. His ability to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment leaves a lasting impact on his students.”
Lesa Byrnes, a professor in the College of Law.
“A very caring professor and will help you when you are struggling,” said one student. “Gives great tips and supplements, the best professor I have had so far.”
One of her nominators wrote, “She’s very encouraging to try in class, because it’s OK to ask questions, even if you are wrong in class. She also gave me examples of how being a lawyer is more than just writing well, it includes being a good person and being personable.”
Another nominator went on to say, “Professor Byrnes is the kindest, most supporting and encouraging professor at the school of law. She makes the learning environment one that everyone wants to be a part of.”
Dr. Coral Matus, an associate professor in the College of Medicine and Life Science.
“She is an outstanding lecturer,” said one of her nominators. “Whenever I listen to one of her lectures, the material ‘clicks.’ Her explanations stay with me and help me to succeed in the class. She does an amazing job thinking about the objectives of the lecture then explaining it clearly with pictures and videos and relevant patient examples.”
Another nominator stated, “She made me feel heard. She listened to what I had to say and helped me see the bigger picture. She always takes time whenever a student needs help.”
A student said, “She is an encouraging professor, a patient emailer, a gifted teacher and kind corrector. She is truly one of the best at UT.”
Sandra Robinson, a Distinguished University Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.
One of her nominators said, “Sandra was the best calculus teacher I have ever had. She was incredibly understanding and the way she taught was very effective in my understanding of each topic we covered. She did practice problems that were relating to our test and homework, she allowed extensions for all difficult homework and she spent hours in her office hours helping each individual student with any questions they had. Her teaching made me feel the best equipped to continue my education as an engineering student and I am very thankful I was in her class.”
Another nominator shared, “Sandra is the best professor I have had at The University of Toledo. She always made sure everyone knew that she would help them if needed. She reminded us about her office hours and would always help students after class.”
<div id="attachment_86251" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86251" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-86251" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6007-Research.jpg" alt="Recipients of the Outstanding Research and Scholarship Award, from left, Dr. Rujun Gong, a professor in the Division of Nephrology and Department of Medicine in the College of Medicine and Life Sciences; Dr. Jon Elhai, a professor in the Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Letters; and Dr. Jian-Ting Zhang, McMaster Endowed Chair of Biochemistry and Cell and Cancer Biology in the Department of Cell and Cancer Biology in the College of Medicine and Life Science." width="500" height="360" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6007-Research.jpg 500w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6007-Research-300x216.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />Recipients of the Outstanding Research and Scholarship Award, from left, Dr. Rujun Gong, a professor in the Division of Nephrology and Department of Medicine in the College of Medicine and Life Sciences; Dr. Jon Elhai, a professor in the Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Letters; and Dr. Jian-Ting Zhang, McMaster Endowed Chair of Biochemistry and Cell and Cancer Biology in the Department of Cell and Cancer Biology in the College of Medicine and Life Science.</div>
Recipients of the Outstanding Research and Scholarship Award are:
Dr. Jon Elhai, a professor in the Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Letters.
Dr. John Elhai is being recognized for outstanding scholarly and research contributions. To date, he has published 378 peer-reviewed scientific journal articles, 19 academic book chapters and three co-edited books. He has presented at more than 200 conference presentations. Elhai’s current h-index is 93 and, according to Google Scholar, Elhai’s work has been cited a total of more than 31,000 times, placing him as the second-most highly cited researcher currently employed at UToledo.
For many years, Elhai made substantial contributions to the clinical science of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). His empirical research has focused on clarifying and studying revisions to the diagnostic symptom structure of the disorder. This scientific advancement led to the diagnosis of PTSD changing by splitting these symptom clusters with the 2013 release of DSM-5, in accordance with his empirical findings. Thus, Elhai’s research was an important contributing factor to the more accurate and current understanding of the disorder and how mental health professionals currently diagnose PTSD.
Dr. Rujun Gong, a professor in the Division of Nephrology and Department of Medicine in the College of Medicine and Life Sciences.
Gong’s research has been widely recognized and disseminated, with invited lectures at prestigious conferences, including the American Society of Nephrology Kidney Week in 2023. In addition to his research publications, Gong has been prodigious in securing research support from prestigious funding agencies, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and private industry funding. Gong currently has five active research grants and two pending grant submissions.
Gong has been engaged in groundbreaking research focusing on the pathogenesis of acute and chronic kidney disease, addressing key challenges in nephrology. His work is characterized by its innovative concepts and methodologies, rigorous analysis and interdisciplinary approach, which have led to novel insights and solutions in the field of kidney disease.
Gong’s research contributions are evident by publications in top-tier journals in medical research journals, including the Journal of Clinical Investigation, Kidney International and the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. His work has been widely recognized and well received by his peers, contributing to meaningful discussions and collaborations within the academic community.
Dr. Jian-Ting Zhang, McMaster Endowed Chair of Biochemistry and Cell and Cancer Biology in the Department of Cell and Cancer Biology in the College of Medicine and Life Science.
Zhang is being recognized as an international academic leader in the field of therapeutic resistance biology and drug discovery. The impact of Zhang’s productive scholarship is reflected by his more than 140 publications and his inventions, with five approved patents and a successful clinical trial based on his discoveries. Zhang has been recognized nationally and internationally. He was invited to serve as the inaugural Editor-in-Chief for the International Journal of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, a rare honor only reserved for highly regarded academic scholars.
In 2021, Zhang was elected as Fellow of American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world’s largest multidisciplinary scientific society. His recognition also includes the sustained federal grant support of his high impact research program for the past 30 years, making him the second current AAAS Fellows at The University of Toledo.
<div id="attachment_86252" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86252" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-86252" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6015-Rathbun.jpg" alt="Recipients of the Edith Rathbun Award for Outreach and Engagement are, from left, Dr. Anju Gupta, an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering in the College of Engineering; and Dr. Youngwoo Seo, a professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering in the College of Engineering." width="500" height="333" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6015-Rathbun.jpg 500w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-6015-Rathbun-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />Recipients of the Edith Rathbun Award for Outreach and Engagement are, from left, Dr. Anju Gupta, an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering in the College of Engineering; and Dr. Youngwoo Seo, a professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering in the College of Engineering.</div>
Recipients of the Edith Rathbun Award for Outreach and Engagement are:
Dr. Anju Gupta, an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering in the College of Engineering.
Gupta is the principal investigator for the National Science Foundation NSF-funded UToledo ADVANCE program. ADVANCE seeks to promote systemic change to enhance gender equity and inclusion for STEM faculty. For the program, Gupta developed a career-life survey to determine faculty needs. The survey is currently available to the UToledo community and has received more than 200 responses. She organized a Faculty Allies workshop that attracted participants from six regional universities and a STEM Allies: Ambassadors for Change workshop for STEM doctoral students at UToledo to help them prepare for their professional careers.
Gupta is dedicated to educating, empowering and engaging women of all ages through initiatives with Women of Toledo (WOT), a non-profit serving the Northwest Ohio community. She recently hosted a Think Tank on Allyship on International Women’s Day 2024 for an audience that included United Nations WOT HeforShe representatives, Toledo community DEI advocates and local working professionals.
Dr. Youngwoo Seo, a professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering in the College of Engineering.
Seo’s dedication to community engagement was particularly evident during the Toledo Water Crisis of August 2014, where his swift and decisive actions played a pivotal role in mitigating the crisis’s impact on our region. As part of the interdisciplinary Water Task Force at The University of Toledo, Seo collaborated with a diverse team of faculty members to provide vital technical support and information to public officials and the broader community.
Seo’s collaborative research has directly helped many local water utilities find insightful management solutions to address various water quality-associated issues and have directly supported local water utilities in solving their unique problems.
His collaborative approach facilitated partnerships with local municipal water utilities, directly supporting their efforts to optimize water treatment processes and address water quality-associated issues. More notably, he has supervised many undergraduate and graduate students, supporting them in their community service-based learning. Specifically, he has been supporting 47 undergraduate students’ (31 students from underrepresented groups) research with external research grants.
<div id="attachment_86253" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86253" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-86253" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-5769-Advisors.jpg" alt="Recipients of the Outstanding Advisor Award are, from left, Dr. Jiayong Liu, an associate professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery in the College of Medicine and Life Sciences; and Heather Tessler, director of Student Services in the College of Health and Human Services." width="500" height="352" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-5769-Advisors.jpg 500w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/04262024-5769-Advisors-300x211.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />Recipients of the Outstanding Advisor Award are, from left, Dr. Jiayong Liu, an associate professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery in the College of Medicine and Life Sciences; and Heather Tessler, director of Student Services in the College of Health and Human Services.</div>
Recipients of the Outstanding Advisor Award are:
Dr. Jiayong Liu, an associate professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery in the College of Medicine and Life Sciences.
Lui shared in his philosophy of advising statement that he is deeply committed to nurturing the holistic growth of each student under his guidance. “Beyond the realm of academic achievement, I prioritize their physical and emotional well-being, recognizing the interconnectedness of these facets in their overall development.”
His nominators also agree that he is committed to his students. A student nominator shared, “Dr. Liu demonstrates a very caring attitude, and I can tell that he wants me to succeed and is in my corner every step of the way. Dr. Liu is an amazing advisor that is always available to talk, great at communication and makes me feel supported throughout my projects.”
Heather Tessler, director of Student Services in the College of Health and Human Services.
Her nominator stated, “Heather listens to students and then encourages them to become active participants in creating an appropriate plan of study so they can achieve success in their chosen career. She is adept at helping traditional and nontraditional students, on-campus or online.”
Heather stated in her philosophy of advising statement that it is important to “provide an open environment in which students can vent their frustrations, share feelings of being overwhelmed, or sometimes just talk about issues in their lives.” Her advising practice is centered on the following concepts: focus on a student’s strengths, provide support and a sense of belonging and clarify policies and procedures.The post <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/04_30_2024/university-honors-faculty-staff-for-advising-research-teaching-outreach-2">University Honors Faculty, Staff for Advising, Research, Teaching, Outreach</a> first appeared on <a href="http://news.utoledo.edu">UToledo News</a>.]]></content:encoded>
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<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://news.utoledo.edu/index.php/04_30_2024/physics-ph-d-candidate-publishes-webb-research-on-protostars"><img align="right" hspace="5" width="120" height="120" src="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sam-Federman_04222024-5061-150x150.jpg" class="alignright tfe wp-post-image" alt="Physics Ph.D. candidate Sam Federman, posing outside on Main Campus, is lead author of a recent research article in the Astrophysical Journal." loading="lazy" /></a>Sam Federman is lead author of a recent research article in the Astrophysical Journal.
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[In the grand scale of stellar evolution, protostars represent a very short-lived period.
“Protostars only last a half a million years or so,” said Sam Federman, a doctoral candidate in physics who studies them at The University of Toledo. “Cosmically, that’s the blink of an eye.”
<div id="attachment_86256" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-86256" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-86256" src="https://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sam-Federman_04222024-5061.jpg" alt="Physics Ph.D. candidate Sam Federman, posing outside on Main Campus, is lead author of a recent research article in the Astrophysical Journal." width="500" height="281" srcset="http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sam-Federman_04222024-5061.jpg 748w, http://news.utoledo.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sam-Federman_04222024-5061-300x169.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" />Physics Ph.D. candidate Sam Federman is lead author of a recent research article in the Astrophysical Journal.</div>
Astronomers are interested in zeroing in on this blink-and-you’ll-miss-it period in the life cycle of stars, when balls of gas that are not yet stars increase rapidly in temperature and mass. The processes involved help to shape not only the stars but the solar systems and galaxies around them.
Federman is advancing this goal as lead author of a recent research article in the Astrophysical Journal. It’s among the first peer-reviewed papers to parse protostellar data and observations from the James Webb Space Telescope, which, with its unprecedented infrared astronomy capabilities, offers a new and valuable peek at accretion and accretion-driven outflows in five young protostars.
Accretion is the process by which these soon-to-be stars accumulate gas and dust particles from their surrounding environment.
“Ultimately we want to know how you go from a cloud of gas to a star surrounded by planets,” Federman said. “There’s still a lot that we don’t know about this early stage. These data can give us insights into how a protostar grows and how it interacts with its environment.”
Dr. Tom Megeath, a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, is the principle investigator on the observation program that yielded the data. He’s collaborating on the program with an international team of more than 30 astronomers including Federman, who is set to complete his doctoral program this summer and then begin a post-doctoral research fellowship at the INAF-Osservatorio Astronomico di Capodimonte in Naples, Italy.
Their research is significant for its first-time use of the new space telescope to cut through the dense envelope of dust and gas that surrounds the protostars and obscures them from view at visible and shorter wavelengths. Because Webb observes at infrared wavelengths, astronomers can track protostellar accretion and related processes across the mass spectrum.
Stars accumulate most of their total mass during the first 100,000 years of the protostellar phase. That accumulation of mass, or accretion, also drives powerful outflows in the form of collimated jets and wide-angle winds that clear cavities in envelope and sweep up infalling gas.
In addition to advancing astronomers’ understanding of these important protostellar processes, Federman said he expects their research to be of interest to theoretical astronomers.
“They can use our data in their models when they’re looking at large-scale simulations of the universe,” Federman said. “That can help predict how outflows affect the cosmic environment.”
Federman, of Sylvania, is a two-time Rocket. He completed a bachelor’s degree in physics in 2017 before he returned to UToledo’s Ritter Astrophysical Research Center and began working toward a doctorate with Megeath in 2018. When Megeath learned his proposal was selected for the first cycle of scheduled observing time on Webb – and allocated more than 65 hours, making it the second-largest observation program dedicated to stars in that cycle – Federman was well positioned to seize a groundbreaking opportunity.
“This has been a huge opportunity,” Federman said. “It also positioned me very well for my post-doctoral fellowship in Italy, where the work is similar in many ways to what I’m already doing. I’ll continue to use Webb data to learn more about protostars.”
Federman also plans to continue his work with Megeath, who was recently informed of a second successful proposal for an observation program on Webb. One of three UToledo-led programs included in the highly competitive third cycle of scheduled observing time, this protostar-focused program was allocated nearly 175 hours on the telescope, accounting for the third largest project in this cycle and the largest-ever project on the formation of stars in our galaxy.
“Due to Sam’s enthusiasm, persistence, skill as a researcher and great teamwork, we have published the first comparative study of five protostars observed with the James Webb Space Telescope. Already, the preprint of the paper is getting international attention,” Megeath said. “This is just the beginning, though. I look forward to working with Sam and his collaborators in Naples as we receive data from the largest study of protostars planned for Webb.”
 
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