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The University of Akron Main Campus and Wayne Campus will close today at 2:30 p.m. due to periodically worsening road conditions in Akron and northern Summit County.

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Statement from the University about County Executive Russ Pry

The University of Akron News

08/01/2016

After learning about the passing of Russ Pry, the Summit County executive, the University’s Interim President, Matthew J. Wilson, released this statement.

"On behalf of The University of Akron, I want to express deep sorrow at the news of the passing of County Executive Russ Pry. He was a dedicated and exemplary public servant as well as a strong supporter of the University. The University was honored to recognize his accomplishments by presenting him with a Distinguished Alumni award in 2014. His steady hand will be sorely missed throughout the University and the entire community."

Related:

Ohio.com: “Obituary: Summit County Executive Russ Pry, 58, remembered as ‘leader that came along at the right time’”