Every September, Hispanic Heritage Month invites us to honor the histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. At Akron Children’s, this celebration is an opportunity to learn more about our employees who bring their heritage, values and lived experiences into our work of caring for children and families. This year’s theme, “Unidos Somos […]
Akron Children’s Simulation Center sets residents and students up for success
The Akron Children’s Simulation Center for Safety and Reliability is among the largest and most advanced training facilities in the region. It includes realistic learning spaces such as patient rooms, a surgical lab, an operating room suite, and emergency and intensive care rooms. In addition, each area has technology that allows learners and instructors to […]
Akron Children’s and Akron Public Schools put students on a path toward success
In 2017, the Akron Children’s Unity and Engagement Department and Akron Public Schools started the Akron Children’s Academy of Health and Human Services. The program helps students at Akron North High School learn about jobs in health care, child care, biomedical science and other health-related fields. In 2025, after seeing how the program helped students […]
Sharda’s amazing journey to Akron Children’s
The Akron Children’s campus has grown over the years, and it can be intimidating for new patients and their families. Thankfully, patient service representatives (PSRs) like Sharda Rai can help families check in for appointments and find their way around the campus. If anyone knows what it’s like to be in unfamiliar territory, it’s Sharda. […]
Bernett L. Williams honored with local philanthropy award
On Friday, Nov. 14, Bernett L. Williams, chief engagement officer, received the “Impact Philanthropist” distinction at the inaugural Soul of Philanthropy Akron Awards. Eight local philanthropists were recognized at the awards, ranging from youth to memorial philanthropist. The “Impact Philanthropist” award “recognizes an outstanding individual whose acts in the community have transformed their space of […]
Akron Public Schools (APS) students share what influences health in their community
Seeing a condemned house might not make most of us think twice. For Xavier, a sophomore at the East Community Learning Center (CLC), seeing such a building alarmed him.“When I first moved here from Europe, I’d never seen something like this before,” he explained. “I chose this issue because I want to spread awareness about […]
