Ashland University President Fred Finks addresses AU faculty before heading to Columbus.

The Early Bird’s Word had three great interviews Monday revolving around Ashland athletics and the cancelation of winter commencement at AU. Ashland baseball coach John Schaly joined the show to discuss a successful start to the Eagle baseball season, while AU swimming and diving coaches Paul Graham and James Carey joined the show to talk about taking the team to nationals this week. Finally, Ashland University President Dr. Fred Finks talked about the university’s decision to cancel winter commencement. Hear all the interviews below.