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Experiential learning grant gives students hands-on experience workshopping a new musical in under 30 hours

May 8, 2026 7 min

OHIO students did what many theater professionals spend years working toward: workshopping a brand-new musical as part of the OU Fringe Festival thanks to a grant from the experiential learning fund.

OHIO Lancaster graduates in caps and robes stand together outside for photos and to talk with each other

Student Success

Ohio University Lancaster celebrates Class of 2026 at Graduation Recognition Ceremony

May 8, 2026 6 min

Ohio University Lancaster celebrated the achievements of its Class of 2026 during the Graduation Recognition Ceremony, honoring students who completed degrees during the 2025–26 academic year.

OHIO Announcements

University Human Resources temporary relocation to Grover Center W111

May 8, 2026 1 min

To support building repairs in Grosvenor Hall and Grosvenor West, University Human Resources (UHR) has temporarily relocated for a short period this spring.

An OHIO student works on manufacturing equipment at the Workforce Development Center while an OHIO faculty member stands nearby and shines a flashlight on the equipment.

Career Opportunities

Ohio University launches two new certificate programs in automation and mechatronics at Chillicothe campus

May 8, 2026 3 min

The Automation Technician and Mechatronics Technician certificates will be offered at OHIO Chillicothe starting in fall 2026.

OHIO Announcements

Ohio University announces details for FY 2027 salary increases

May 8, 2026 3 min

Recognizing the commitment and contributions of OHIO’s faculty and staff, University leadership has approved Fiscal Year 2027 salary increase guidelines for eligible employees.

OHIO Announcements

Haley Duschinski named senior advisor for global affairs

May 8, 2026 3 min

As senior advisor, Dr. Haley Duschinski will provide strategic leadership for Ohio University’s global engagement efforts.

Flowering trees are shown in front of Alden Library on a spring day

OHIO Community

Working Advantage Benefits at Ohio University: Start saving now

May 8, 2026 1 min

Ohio University has partnered with Working Advantage to offer a new savings platform for OHIO employees.

OHIO Announcements

Grosvenor Hall renovation: What it means for Workers’ Compensation

May 8, 2026 1 min

Enterprise Risk Management and Insurance and Workers’ Compensation will be temporarily housed in Lindley Hall, Room 146 during this time.

The Convocation Center and West Green are shown in this aerial photo, in the background, there is fog over the Hocking River

OHIO Community

Information for OHIO community members about storing data

May 8, 2026 1 min

Making informed decisions about where to safely store and share Ohio University data is very important.

Recent Ohio University alumnae Cat Gavin, left, and Lara Fogwell, right, design their experiment in a laboratory setting.

Student Success

Recent OHIO grads conduct foundational space farming research with experiment bound for ISS

May 7, 2026 7 min

Three recent Ohio University graduates designed an experiment that will be launched into space and sent to the International Space Station as soon as mid-May. Lara Fogwell and Cat Gavin, along with collaborator Jake Magula, are studying the effects of microgravity on plants, research that may also prove extremely valuable for the future of space farming.

Experiential Learning

Indigo Girls reunite with the OHIO Symphony Orchestra for a reprise in experiential learning

May 7, 2026 8 min

A once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity became a twice-in-a-lifetime experience as the Indigo Girls returned to perform with OHIO music students

Children sit in a semi-circle around a teacher who is reading them a book

Community Impact

OHIO Online student promotes environmental stewardship through story

May 7, 2026 3 min

Through OHIO Online and collaboration with the Voinovich School, Artie Knapp is applying his coursework to expand sustainability education for young learners.

Three OHIO graduates smile together while wearing their caps and gowns, standing outside after the Graduation Recognition Ceremony at Ohio University Lancaster

Class of 2026

Ohio University regional campuses celebrate Class of 2026

May 7, 2026 7 min

Ohio University’s regional campuses celebrated the Class of 2026 with Graduation Recognition Ceremonies held on April 30, 2026.

OHIO Announcements

How your feedback is shaping OHIO’s enterprise survey and course evaluation tools

May 7, 2026 1 min

Following the campus wide survey announced earlier this spring, feedback shared by Ohio University students, faculty and staff is now available for the OHIO community to review.

OHIO Announcements

Top Hat retiring January 2027: Supported alternatives for attendance, engagement

May 7, 2026 2 min

Top Hat will remain available through Fall Semester 2026, and instructors are encouraged to begin exploring alternative approaches.