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OHIO community invited to April 20 lecture on struggle for Black voting rights in 1800s Ohio

April 16, 2026 1 min

All students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to the Central Region Humanities Center Spring Lecture on Monday, April 20.

Community Engagement

“Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” brings community together to share meals and fight food insecurity

April 16, 2026 5 min

The community will come together April 18–19 for “Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” an event combining hands-on food preparation, learning and support for residents experiencing food insecurity.

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Supporting Students

Learn more about recent changes to federal student financial aid programs

April 16, 2026 1 min

The OHIO Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships has created a web resource to explain how the changes will impact prospective and current undergraduate and graduate students.

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OHIO Events

OHIO faculty invited to presentation on seeking external funding

April 16, 2026 1 min

The Office of Research Development at Ohio University will present “The Process of Seeking External Funding,” on Wednesday, April 22, from 2:30-4 p.m.

Faculty Excellence

Gao reimagines materials chemistry with NSF CAREER Award

April 16, 2026 3 min

Dr. Wenyang Gao, assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Ohio University, has received a prestigious CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation’s Division of Materials Research.

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Supporting Students

Ohio University Libraries offers new resource for studying, research support

April 16, 2026 1 min

Ohio University Libraries encourages students, faculty and staff to try LibKey Nomad, a free browser extension that provides one-click access to full-text articles.

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Career Opportunities

Opening doors to nursing: OHIO Eastern students thrive through WVU Aspiring Nurse Program

April 15, 2026 4 min

By providing financial assistance, mentorship and clinical experience, the program is helping OHIO students overcome barriers, complete their degrees and transition into the healthcare workforce.

Alumni Success

Ohio University graduate Jamie Brown to speak at OHIO Chillicothe Graduation Recognition Ceremony

April 15, 2026 2 min

Jamie Brown, who specializes in peer support and workforce development for Sojourners Care Network, will deliver the keynote address for OHIO Chillicothe’s Graduation Recognition Ceremony.

Rankings

Several graduate programs named among the top 100 in nation in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings

April 14, 2026 5 min

U.S. News and World Report has ranked numerous Ohio University graduate programs within the College of Business and the College of Health Sciences and Professions among the top 100 in the nation.

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events

OHIO Chillicothe offers summer enrichment for children through Kids in College program

April 14, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Chillicothe will host its annual Kids in College summer program from June 1–12, 2026. Each week, a new set of courses are offered in morning and afternoon sessions.

Alumni Leaders

OHIO graduate’s professional journey leads to Russ College leadership position

April 14, 2026 5 min

Scott Miller’s decades-long service to Ohio University has covered the gamut of the institution’s vital role in advancing the interests and needs of the Appalachian region.

Experiential Learning

Jackie O’s celebrate brews made by OHIO students

April 14, 2026 2 min

Jackie O’s Pub & Brewery is excited to announce the release of 3 new student-crafted brews, created in partnership with seniors from OHIO's course “the Art of Craft Brewing: The Athens Case Study.”

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Music careers

From tour bus to tiny desk: How this Bobcat is making music a career

April 14, 2026 2 min

In this standalone episode of our Ask the Experts podcast, we speak to an OHIO alumnus and musician about building a creative network, touring with CAAMP and playing behind the Tiny Desk.

Speech and Debate

From Athens to Athens: A strong debate for how traveling abroad can provide life-changing learning experiences

April 14, 2026 7 min

Fourteen Ohio University Speech and Debate students traded Athens, Ohio, for Athens, Greece this spring break, competing on the global stage and making unforgettable memories along the way.

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Student Opportunities

Learning-by-doing: Voinovich scholars showcase research at Slovenian Museum and Archives

April 14, 2026 2 min

Ohio University students gain important experience through a unique partnership with the Slovenian Museum and Archives in Cleveland.