Stories from 2020

Masks being cut

CoLab joins Athens mask-making efforts

Over the past few weeks, CoLab has partnered with Passion Works and local volunteers to make sure COVID-19 masks are available to area nursing homes and healthcare providers.

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Equity and Civil Rights Compliance open and active during quarantine

ECRC staff are working remotely at this time. Anyone impacted by discrimination or sexual misconduct is encouraged to make a report through the appropriate reporting form located on the ECRC website.

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Ohio University Voinovich School’s SBDC experiencing 500% increase in regional business clients due to pandemic

Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs programs have stepped up to provide increased support to entrepreneurs and small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Alumni panel for Russ College student organization

Student org hosts alumni industry panel to help students navigate uncertain times

The Ohio University student chapter of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) held a virtual industry panel with alumni on Wednesday to discuss how manufacturers are coping.

Mayors Legislative Day appearance

OHIO, Mayors' Partnership helping area's leaders cope with pandemic

The Mayors’ Partnership for Progress (MPP), supported by a partnership with Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs, serves mayors and city managers in 18 counties.

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Health and Wellness

Ohio University’s Voinovich School Provides Resources to Help Mental Health and Addiction Service Communities Support Each Other During Global Health Crisis

Dr. Holly Raffle, Professor of Leadership and Public Affairs, leads a Programmatic Partnership for Community-Based Prevention for Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs.

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Support recommendations from CPS for parents

During this new and confusing experience of physical distancing, Counseling and Psychological Services has some simple encouragements to offer help for the mental health of students and their parents.

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University provides guidance on cloth protective masks for students, faculty and staff

Ohio University encourages students, faculty, and staff who are approved to be on-campus to follow CDC guidance on protective masks in all areas of campus.

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OHIO’s Brooks provides insight into complexities and beauty of American Sign Language during surge in state visibility

Becky Brooks, ASL coordinator and professor in Ohio University’s College of Health Sciences and Professions, explains the reason for the animated movements and facial expressions in ASL.

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OHIO partners with Athens City Schools to provide IT support

Ohio University's Office of Information Technology (OIT) will provide tech support for Athens City School District students and instructors during remote instruction.

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Benefits Open Enrollment begins late April, Pharmacy benefit management administrator to change

This years’ Benefits Open Enrollment will take place April 22 through May 8, 2020. The university’s prescription drug plan will transition from Express Scripts to CVS Caremark on July 1, 2020.

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OHIO community stepping up to support and send a little Bobcat love to students financially impacted by COVID-19

On March 11, the Ohio University Emergency Microgrant program received a request for financial assistance from a student who had lost their job – because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It was the first...

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Paw Patrol

Chase squirrels? Check. Eat snow? Check. Detect explosives? Check. It’s all in a day’s work for Alex, one of Ohio University Police Department’s (OUPD) explosive detection canines.

Through the Survivors Lens

Survivors provide perspective through OHIO’s digital exhibit, Through the Survivors’ Lens

OHIO exhibit, Through the Survivors' Lens, goes digital to allow for accessibility in viewing survivors' perspectives.

Wayne National Forest interns

Applicants sought for community-based internships

This program connects students to nonprofit/public sector organizations to engage in internships that provide students with high impact experiential learning opportunities. Apply by May 15.

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