51³Ô¹ÏÍø will host a symbolic ribbon-tying event on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 11 a.m. to celebrate the establishment of the new 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College of Podiatric Medicine, formerly known as the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine.
Faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends of the university and the new college, as well as local officials and media representatives, were invited to attend the event, which took place at the campus of the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College of Podiatric Medicine located at 6000 Rockside Woods Blvd. in Independence, Ohio. As opposed to a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the event is a ribbon tying, signifying the two institutions – 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine – coming together to become the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College of Podiatric Medicine.
The event began with opening remarks, followed immediately by a luncheon reception and facility tours.
The College of Podiatric Medicine officially became a part of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø on July 1 in a friendly acquisition that offers expanded academic options for podiatry students, including strategic partnerships with other 51³Ô¹ÏÍø colleges.