Upcoming Events
TU Artist JAYPAC Gives an Incredible Performance
TU Senior Jake Curtis, also known by their stage name JAYPAC, hosted their capstone performance at the PAL on Friday the 23rd. The show featured an all-original set performed by an eight-piece band made up of TU’s own talented musicians, showcasing Curtis’s songwriting and collaborative artistry.
TU Senior Jake Curtis to Host “The Senior Project”
Tiffin University’s Commercial Music students will take the stage for “The Senior Project”, a capstone performance being presented by senior Jake Curtis.
Alongside Curtis will be an 8-piece band consisting of other TU students performing six of Curtis’s original songs and three self-produced tracks.
TU Hosts Captivating “Christmas at The Ritz” Concert
Tiffin University hosted their 21st annual Christmas concert at The Ritz theatre in downtown Tiffin, on December 6 at 7PM. Many talented artists came together on the stage to entertain the audience.
“Christmas at The Ritz”
Tiffin University will present its annual “Christmas at The Ritz” holiday concert on Saturday, December 6 at 7 p.m., at The Ritz Theatre, located at 30 S. Washington St. in Tiffin. General admission tickets are $12 and student tickets are $5, available from The Ritz Theatre box office in person, by phone at 419.448.8544 or online at www.tiffin.edu/arts/tickets.
For more information, email arts@tiffin.edu.
Finding Danny: How a 17-Year-Old Boy Pulled Tiffin University Into a National Cold Case
Most students walk into classes worrying about quizzes or Canvas deadlines. The students in Tiffin University’s Cold Case Fellowship walk into a room filled with murder files, witness statements, autopsy photos, and twenty-five years of unanswered questions. And at the center of those questions is a boy they never met: 17-year-old Danny Violette.
Tiffin University Dance Showcase Brings Spirit, Style, and Community to the Stage
Tiffin University’s 2025 Fall Dance Showcase lit up the Marion Center on November 21st with a night full of spirit, personality, and student talent. The event featured a blend of high-energy group numbers choreographed by Laura Stark, along with expressive solo performances that highlighted each dancer’s individuality and passion.
Tiffin University to host 21st Annual “Christmas at The Ritz”
Tiffin University will present its 21st annual “Christmas at The Ritz” holiday concert Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Tiffin University Celebrates 30 Years of Music Excellence with Commemorative EP Release
Tiffin University proudly marks the 30th anniversary of its Music Department with the release of a special six-song EP, showcasing the evolution and creativity of TiffinMusic over the past three decades. The TiffinMusic 30th Anniversary EP features current students performing songs that blend nostalgia with fresh interpretations, with each track paying tribute to a distinct five-year period of TiffinMusic history.
Tiffin University Hosts ‘Rags to R!ches’ Art Exhibit
Tiffin University’s Diane Kidd Art Gallery is currently hosting Rags to R!ches, an exhibit that belongs to the Cleveland artist, R!ch Cihlar. This exhibit, which will run until November 29th, showcases Cihlar’s approach to art, turning discarded materials into unique pieces of street and pop art. Visitors can expect to see artwork made from everyday objects like cardboard, wood, skateboards, and found objects.
The Rise of Student Entrepreneurs at TU
From side hustles to full-fledged brands, student
entrepreneurship is taking off at Tiffin University.
Across campus, students are finding new ways to turn
their passions into profit blending classroom
knowledge with real-world creativity. One of those
students is Emma Moeglin, an up-and-coming campus
photographer who’s been capturing everything from
team portraits to live-action sports moments. Over the
past semester, she’s become a familiar face at games
and events, camera in hand, documenting TU’s athletic
spirit from the sidelines.
Commercial Music Concert
Tiffin University hosted a Commercial Music Concert on October 31st at 7pm in the Marion Center featuring five student-run groups: Word on the Street, Fight or Flight, Rock Lab, (In)Different Places, and a debut performance from Artist Collective (ArCo).
Wall Street Pub: Where Campus and Community Meet
The Wall Street Pub radiates the essence of a neighborhood gathering place. It's a place where strangers become friends, where stories are shared, and where memories are made, especially if one attends during an evening when a student musician is performing their own songs……By Sa'Vvonn Butler
The Dragon Brew: More than a Campus Hot Spot
The Dragon Brew stands as a beacon of warmth and familiarity amidst the call of creativity and drinks. Its presence isn't just about serving coffee; it's about creating a sense of community and providing a vibe for students, faculty, and staff at TU. ……….By Christion Battiste
Community Profiles: Shantel Dewald - A TU Alum Who Plants Roots
Growing up, many often wonder “What’s next, what am I going to do once I graduate college?” Well, Shantel Dewald had those same thoughts going through her head until she arrived here at Tiffin University. ………..By Gracie Parkins
Community Profiles: Professor Luka Braden - Nurturing Minds and Making a Difference
Luka Braden is more than just a professor at Tiffin University; they are a beacon of resilience and inspiration, molded by their upbringing, educational journey and personal passions.…….By Sa'Vvon Butler
Tick, Tick…Boom! Makes its Way to TU
Johnathan Larson’s autobiographical musical, Tick, Tick…Boom!, is coming to Tiffin starting March 21st. The TiffinArts program is working to bring the Pulitzer Prize-winning composer’s work to life…….By Gracie Parkins
Office Spotlight Series: Financial Aid
The Financial Aid Office is there to help you with any of your college financial needs and is open 8-5 Monday through Friday. One can contact the main email using finaid.tiffin.edu or call the phone at 419-448-3279……By Gracie Parkins
Dragons Check on Dragons
The month of September is Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide can be a very challenging and scary situation to approach with others. As difficult as this situation can be, it is important to know how to approach it. Especially since nationwide, there is an increase in reported suicidal ideation, suicide attempts, and deaths by suicides. By guest contributor Erin Jensen Skeel, LPCC-S
“What Does Motown Spell Again?”
When I was 20 I smelled like grit. Now I’m 80 and I smell like apples. I used to work in motown… By Henry Foster and Chinell G. Devaughn