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Reminder: 2026-27 Benefits Open Enrollment for OHIO employees

April 17, 2026 2 min

The 2026-27 annual Benefits Open Enrollment period is currently underway for Ohio University employees,and several information sessions will be held for faculty and staff.

Student Success

From inspiration to impact: Preparing to lead the next generation

April 17, 2026 4 min

Inspired by a family of educators and strengthened through hands-on classroom experiences, William Smith is preparing to begin his teaching career in Belmont County.

Honors Tutorial College

Ohio University to rename 35 Park Place to The Burtch House in honor of longtime supporters

April 17, 2026 3 min

Ohio University will rename 35 Park Place to The Burtch House in recognition of Bruce (BGS ’72) and Janie Burtch, longtime supporters of the University and the Honors Tutorial College.

Alumni Leaders

Voinovich School Advisory Board service a continuation of Cooper’s OHIO legacy

April 17, 2026 4 min

One of the longest serving members on the Advisory Board for the George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service keeps going to bat for Ohio University, even in retirement.

Student Success

Field fair prepares Ohio University Chillicothe social work students for practical experiences

April 17, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Chillicothe social work majors recently participated in a social work field fair to connect with community and governmental agencies and learn about areas of social work practice.

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Professional Development

Center for Community Impact announces Fall 2026 Community-Engaged Scholars Program

April 17, 2026 2 min

OHIO's Center for Community Impact is recruiting for the Fall 2026 Community-Engaged Scholars Program, a cohort-based training that prepares instructors to integrate service-learning into their courses.

OHIO Events

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

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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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.

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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.

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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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.

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.”