Keeping Bobcats Informed, Aug. 10, 2022

Bobcat Parents & Families, 

There's only a week left until campus is bustling with thousands of students. Speaking of campus and confirming what our Bobcats already know to be true, Athens has recently been recognized by Ohio Magazine as one of the best places to live, work, and visit in Ohio. We take great pride in our OHIO community and we can't wait to welcome all of our Bobcats home to kick off the start of another great semester. 

With all of the excitement move-in brings, it may also bring unwanted stress or anxiety. Help your student prepare to return to campus life by reviewing the fall arrival guide, as well as familiarizing them with all of the campus, health, and safety resources available.

See you soon,

Kathy A Fahl, MSW

Dean of Students

No Car? No Problem.

OHIO will help you get from point A to point B with one of our various transportation options. Whether it be through community transit or OHIO's Campus Area Transit Service (CATS), we've got you covered!

• Bobcat Pass: Athens Public Transit  
• City-to-City Bus & Columbus Airport Shuttle
• Athens County Public Libraries Free Bike Rentals 
• Daily Fixed Routes (CATS) 
• Evening & Weekend Routes  (CATS)
• Accessible Transit for Limited Mobility
• Become a CATS driver

Welcome Week is almost here

As you arrive back on the iconic brick streets, get ready for a number of Welcome Week events to kick off the semester! 

Athens does it best

Affirming what thousands of Bobcats already know to be true, Athens has been recognized by Ohio Magazine as one of the best places to live, work, and visit in Ohio.

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Take care of your mental health

Moving back to campus, new social situations, academic pressure, and financial stressors can all cause anxiety and take a toll on your mental health. Know your resources.

Get familiar with 988

Ohio is now using dial code 988, a 24-hour hotline that connects you to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. You can use 988 when having thoughts of suicide, experiencing mental health or substance use crises, or worrying about a peer who may need crisis support.

Join a support group

If you're not experiencing a crisis but struggling to cope, feeling low, or just need a place to talk, try Togetherall. It's a free online community that helps you to explore your feelings in a supportive environment. 

Welcome, International Bobcats!

International student orientation began this week and we couldn't be more excited. OHIO's Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) collaborates with the OHIO community to advance global diversity on campus and foster intercultural experiences. Check out all of the ISSS resources.

Young Women Mentoring 

The Young Women Leaders Program champions female leadership by matching OHIO student mentors with local middle school students.

Find out how to become a mentor

Bobcat Connect

Getting involved on campus is easy with Bobcat Connect. Discover and connect with close to 600 different OHIO clubs and organizations.

Explore all student orgs

OIT Tech Tip

Don’t get hooked

What should you do if an email you get smells “phishy?” OIT hosts the Phish Bowl, a site that shows confirmed phishing attempts that have been received by members of the OHIO community. If you are not sure if an email you received is legitimate, do not click any links within the message. Check the Phish Bowl to see if a confirmation has been posted about the message. 

Quick Links

Learn how to stay safe on campus: Be Informed Bobcats

Line up a gig: Campus job postings

Load up your funds: Add Bobcat Cash to your student ID

OHIO's COVID resource hub: Be Safe Bobcats