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Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

April 29, 2026 10 min

OHIO's faculty filled spring semester with research, publishing, travel and awards.

Spencer Johnson gives a presentation while another OHIO student looks on from behind him

Student Opportunities

OHIO MPA student secures internship with National League of Cities

April 29, 2026 3 min

Spencer Johnson was recently selected for the Jeff A. Finkle Ohio University Economic Development Internship at the National League of Cities in Washington, D.C.

Ellis Hall is shown in the spring surrounded by flowering trees

Celebrating literature

Finding voice and vision at the Spring Literary Festival

April 28, 2026 3 min

OHIO's 2026 Spring Literary Festival connected students with established authors through readings, conversations and personal interactions that made careers in writing feel more accessible. With firsthand experiences, the event shows how direct engagement with writers shapes students' perspectives on the professional writing world.

Rural Health Impact

OHIO professor’s nonprofit pharmacy delivers life-saving medications with life-changing savings

April 28, 2026 14 min

Associate Clinical Professor Sarah Adkins, Pharm. D., donates her time and expertise to provide the Southeast Ohio region with essential medications and care through Rising Suns Pharmacy.

Student Research

Student Enhancement Awards presented to 26 OHIO students

April 28, 2026 4 min

Ohio University has presented Student Enhancement Awards to 26 students from a wide range of majors.

OHIO researchers use biomechanical analysis to detect concussion-related deficits

Faculty Experts

The Unseen Injuries

April 28, 2026 8 min

Faculty research aims to protect brains in sports, on stage and on screen

Students in the Scripps College of Communication gain hands-on experience with audio editing in the School of Media Arts & Studies.

Research Excellence

Opportunity Abounds

April 28, 2026 6 min

Ohio University is among the nation’s select R1 Opportunity Universities and the only university in Ohio to earn both coveted titles.

Professor Harvey Ballard and research assistant Collin Thacker examine specimens of newly discovered species of violets during a research expedition. Photo by Ben Wirtz Siegel, BSVC ’02

Research Excellence

Deep Roots, New Growth

April 28, 2026 11 min

Ohio University students and faculty continue to make truly ground-breaking discoveries in their research.

Forever OHIO

Time Machine: A Half-Century of Health

April 28, 2026 3 min

The Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine celebrates 50 years

Urban Geography

Planning a city: Tackling the challenges of growth in central Ohio

April 27, 2026 4 min

From parking to housing, urban planner Justin Goodwin shares how the City of Columbus is enhancing the urban experience for its citizens.

A photo of 7 individuals who are holding shovels, standing next to a freshly planted white oak tree on the Ohio Univeristy Eastern campus.

Community Events

OHIO Eastern selected as Belmont County site for America 250 Heritage Tree planting

April 27, 2026 3 min

The planting, part of a statewide initiative to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary, placed a native white oak at OHIO Eastern, selected for its strong environmental conditions and public accessibility.

Emerging Technology

AI in the hiring process

April 24, 2026 5 min

As AI becomes increasingly involved in the hiring process, HR Program Director and Associate Professor Shawnee Chapman shares her insights and best practices for students and job seekers navigating today’s job market.

OHIO Announcements

Ping Recreation Center offers summer discounts for students, faculty, staff, community members

April 24, 2026 2 min

Memberships are open to the Athens community, Ohio University staff and faculty and OHIO students not enrolled for the summer semester.

Student Success

OHIO Chillicothe teacher candidates sharpen interview skills with local educators

April 24, 2026 3 min

OHIO Chillicothe’s graduating education majors participated this week in mock interviews with local educators and administrators to sharpen their interview skills and prepare for the job search.

OHIO Community

Reminder: Benefits Open Enrollment for OHIO employees

April 24, 2026 3 min

Learn more about Benefits Open Enrollment, tips on the benefits self-service process and upcoming information sessions for OHIO employees.