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A Year of World-Class Dance, Music, and Theatre Coming to Lake Erie College
Lake Erie College will host an exceptional lineup of performances this academic year. From world-class musicians to award-winning theatrical productions, this incredible series promises to delight audiences with the very best in dance, music, and theatre. September Artists-in-Residence Steinway Showcase Two of Lake Erie College’s esteemed Artists-in-Residence will share the stage in a spectacular opening performance. Steinway Artist and jazz pianist Joe Augustine will enchan
Aug 27, 20253 min read


Lake Erie College to Host Dynamic, Hands-On Art Experience This Fall | with “In Process”
Lake Erie College is pleased to announce In Process: A Real Time Art Experience , a dynamic new exhibition and interactive art event at the B.K. Smith Gallery, running from August 18 through October 24, 2025, with a special hands-on experience on September 27. The centerpiece of In Process will be a special one-day event on Saturday, September 27, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m . , where exhibiting artists will create and develop new works onsite in real time. Visitors will hav
Aug 3, 20252 min read


Lake Erie College Raises $8.2 Million in Transformative Fiscal Year
Lake Erie College announced today that it raised $8.2 million in gifts and pledges during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, marking one of the most successful fundraising years in the College’s history. “This incredible show of support from alumni, friends, foundations, corporate, and government partners is a strong vote of confidence in Lake Erie College and the impact of our mission,” said President Jennifer N. Schuller. “These gifts are fueling transformative progress
Jul 22, 20252 min read


Auto Entrepreneur Fred Martin donates $500,000 to Lake Erie College
Lake Erie College is honored to announce a transformative $500,000 gift from automotive entrepreneur Fred Martin, best known as the Youngstown Ford dealer for 52 years. Martin was also a Mercedes-Benz dealer for 40 years and was the founder of the Fred Martin Superstore. This generous contribution is threefold. First, it celebrates the life and legacy of his late cousin Barbara McClelland Kirk, a 1964 graduate of Lake Erie College, through the establishment of an endowed scho
Jul 16, 20252 min read
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