Keeping Bobcats informed, May 19, 2021

GET OUTSIDE

If you're sticking close to Southeast Ohio, there are countless options to keep active and soak up that vitamin D. Hike through Hocking Hills, borrow a free bike from a library and cruise on the Hock Hocking Adena Bikeway, swim at Strouds Run State Park, or mountain bike on Baileys Trail System.

Heading back home or venturing off somewhere new? Post about your outdoor treks and tag @BobcatWellBeing on Instagram. We'd love to see what you're up to!

Student Success

Academic support during the summer 
Looking for assistance with a class or writing assignment? Need help navigating online learning? Academic assistance is available throughout the summer through the Academic Achievement Center.
Schedule an appointment

Suicide Prevention at OHIO

Kognito to Increase Mental Health Awareness
Kognito is an interactive program that seeks to educate the OHIO community about suicide prevention through modules and simulations meant to highlight learning objectives.
Learn to prevent suicide

Handshake Hires
Bobcats are spread far and wide this summer completing internships, summer jobs, and more. If you are a student who landed a job or summer internship through Handshake, share your success story!

IMPORTANT UPDATES

Give Your Input
The Student Code of Conduct is open for public comment

Information Security
OIT will make changes to all existing student email accounts to protect student privacy

Mask Policy Remains in Place at OHIO
Review guidelines for fully vaccinated individuals

Summer Semester Registration Deadline
May 21 is the last day to register for summer courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Required COVID-19 Testing Pathways
The efforts to keep our Bobcat community safe have been carefully considered, but helping everyone in a diverse community to stay on the same page can be tough! Here are some simple answers to frequently asked questions. 

Who is required to participate?
That's an easy one! EVERYONE is required to select a testing pathway.

What is a testing pathway? 
Testing pathways are how we prevent the spread of COVID-19 across our campuses. There are two options for testing pathways:

Vaccination pathway: Fully vaccinated? Got proof?  Great! You'll be required to participate in asymptomatic testing only once a month. 

Weekly pathway: Not vaccinated? You're on the weekly pathway plan. Every seven days you'll need to complete an asymptomatic test.

Choose your pathway by filling out a quick form >
Read the full FAQ

ATHENS SUMMER

You'll never tire of the quiet, casual strolls up Court Street or the endless selection of seating at Donkey Coffee. Head out to East State Street to select local goods at Athens Farmers Market — popping up Saturday and Wednesday mornings. Relax under the trees on College Green, take a ride on the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway in Nelsonville, rock out with Stuart's Opera House music events (we've all been craving live music), or explore art at Dairy Barn exhibitions. Check out Athens County Visitors Bureau events and get around using Athens Public Transit.

Explore Appalachia
The region is filled with unique and vibrant communities across OHIO's many campuses. Whether you're in Athens or looking for new places to explore, check out all the region has to offer.
Plan a Tour >

Get Involved
Looking for ways to get involved with the community? GivePulse is an online platform that connects you with volunteer and internship opportunities, and some may even offer stipends. 
Learn More >

Missing Athens?
Engage with incoming Bobcats through social media, look out for campus jobs for the fall, keep in touch with your favorite professors, connect with a mentor, and remember you can always visit! Keep in touch by following @ohio.university.