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The Ohio University campus and the Hocking River

Information session for students interested in summer program at Grand Teton National Park

April 2, 2026 1 min

An information session for the program at will be held on Thursday, April 9, from 4-6 p.m. in Room 106 of the Walter Student Success Center.

A woman searches for a job using her laptop

Job hunting

OHIO Online’s Career Services launches a new AI tool to make job searches easier

April 2, 2026 4 min

This spring, OHIO Online’s Career Services is partnering with the Ohio University's Alumni Association to launch a new AI tool that will revolutionize how students and alumni approach their job search. This free tool is a highly specialized career chatbot called Theo. With a little input from the user, Theo can customize resumes, cover letters, and suggest ideal job opportunities within minutes.

An OHIO student presents research work at the OCTELA Conference

OHIO Research

Ohio University students, professor present research on AI and writing at state conference

April 2, 2026 3 min

OHIO students and faculty studied the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and student writing, and then presented their research at the Ohio Council of Teachers of English Language Arts conference.

Research

A look under the Big Top: Decade-long study sheds light on head injuries in Cirque du Soleil performers

April 1, 2026 8 min

A study led by Dr. Jeff Russell, in collaboration with Dr. Janet Simon, OHIO alum Dr. Mychelle Berry and Cirque du Soleil, sheds light on how often head injuries actually happen under the big top.

Student Media

Two days, one film

April 1, 2026 5 min

Despite a Level 2 snowstorm, filmmakers pushed through the conditions to collaborate, create and complete short films during the 24th annual 48-Hour Shootout.

OHIO Events

Science Café to feature Professor John Staser on April 8

April 1, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Professor John Staser will be discussing “A Better Way? Coal as a Renewable Energy Storage Material,” at the April 8 Science Café.

A group of people standing outside in front of a sign written in Thai.

Experiential Learning

Thinking globally, acting locally: How OU GIVE combines travel and community service

April 1, 2026 3 min

Members of this student organization are finding an active outlet for environmentalism and ethical leadership, both on campus and overseas.

The 2024 International Street Fair on Union Street

OHIO Events

OHIO community invited to International Week, International Street Fair

April 1, 2026 2 min

International Week will be held April 6-11 and will include the International Street Fair on Saturday, April 11. All members of the OHIO community are invited to the International Week events.

A group of students attending a Pre-law day panel

University Community

Ohio University’s two-day Pre Law Day connects students with legal alumni, celebrates launch of new pre-law mentorship program

April 1, 2026 5 min

The Center for Law, Justice & Culture brought together 150 students and 24 alumni for its annual Pre-Law Day, offering valuable industry insight while celebrating the launch of the CLJC Pre-Law Mentorship Program.

Cherry blossoms frame a photo of the Convocation Center

Giving Day

One Day, One OHIO: Celebrate OHIO Giving Day 2026 on April 8 and donate to move OHIO forward

April 1, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s seventh annual Giving Day will take place April 8, 2026, engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University to take part in giving to causes they feel most passionate about supporting.

An OHIO faculty member leads a class outside, while the Outdoor Class Kit container is nearby

OHIO Community

Get outside with the Outdoor Class Kit this spring

April 1, 2026 1 min

The Outdoor Class Kit has everything you need to hold classes and group activities outside.

Facilities

OHIO Facilities Management continuing to monitor weather-related temperature changes in buildings

April 1, 2026 2 min

Both Facilities Managemenet and Housing and Residence Life crews are continuing to monitor residence hall and campus facilities temperatures to ensure comfortability on campus as the season shifts.

Public Service

‘Becoming The Voinovich School' spotlights partnership model for high-impact public service

March 31, 2026 6 min

Author Greg Browning, a former chair of the Ohio University Board of Trustees, saw the need for documenting the history of the school while providing a model for other institutions to follow.

Student Org

New student organization combats food insecurity in Athens area

March 31, 2026 2 min

Bobcats Fighting Hunger brings OHIO students together to address a regional concern

Preparing For Careers

From inspired student to future educator: OHIO Eastern student's journey comes full circle

March 31, 2026 4 min

Lacey Dobson, an Ohio University Eastern education student, was inspired by her former teachers to pursue a career in education and is now preparing to give back to her local community.