Hello, and welcome to Ashland University! My name is Nicole and I will be guiding you through campus today. Ashland University, ranked in the top 200 colleges and universities in U.S. News and World Report's National Universities category for 2012, is a mid-sized, private university conveniently located a short distance from Akron, Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio. Ashland University values the individual student and offers a unique educational experience that combines the challenge of strong, applied academic programs with a faculty and staff who build nurturing relationships with their students. On the tour we will highlight the primary locations of campus and give you insight about Ashland University along the way. First, let me explain how to maneuver around. We're beginning our tour at The Gill Welcome Center on the north side of campus.