The Blade


June Bugs Remind Us of Our Past and are Thinning Out

June 23, 2026

Dr. Jonathan Bossenbroek, a professor of ecology at UToledo, said the overall number of insects is down due to current agricultural practices and pesticide use.


History Program to Explore Africa’s Role in Changing Global Politics

June 23, 2026

Hosted by UToledo, the event will examine the rise of multiple centers of global influence and how nations cooperate and compete on the world stage.


Editorial: UToledo Budget Focused

June 23, 2026

The $1.2 billion budget approved by UToledo Board of Trustees is most notable for big shifts in priorities for spending.


UToledo Approves $1.2B Budget, New Career Requirement, AI Program

June 18, 2026

Matt Schroeder, executive vice president for finance and administration and chief financial officer, explains how the approved budget reflects UToledo’s priorities of Advantage Toledo, Healthy Toledo and Innovate Toledo.


Ohio Capital Budget Pushes Mission Point Project Near Finish Line

June 18, 2026

State Rep. Michele Grim said she helped secure more than $18.1 million for The University of Toledo.


Teens Draw Imaginary Blood, Real Inspiration at UToledo Health Camps

June 18, 2026

The University of Toledo’s Nursing and Respiratory Care Camp brought together 25 high schoolers with varied medical interests to participate in hands-on activities in nursing and respiratory therapy.


Body’s Overreaction Makes Sepsis a Killer

June 18, 2026

Dr. Ragheb Assaly, a UToledo Health pulmonary medicine specialist, explains how sepsis occurs and how it could have played out for NASCAR driver Kyle Busch.


Bleeding-Control Class Sees Surge After Festival Shooting

June 16, 2026

Angela Castillo, a registered nurse and the injury prevention coordinator for the University of Toledo Medical Center’s trauma program, discusses the free Stop the Bleed course that the program offers the community at no cost.


More Than Groceries: Trader Joe’s Announcement Energizes Toledo

June 16, 2026

Dr. Tyler Hancock, an associate professor in the John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation, discusses the significance of the high-profile brand for the local market.


New University of Toledo Program Aims to Train Next Generation of Forensic Toxicologists

June 16, 2026

The nearly $2-billion state capital budget includes $18 million earmarked for UToledo for building envelope, updates, weather proofing and underground utilities.