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School of Art + Design presents FORMS & FIGURES: Brad Schwieger & Chuck McWeeny Ceramics

August 26, 2026 2 min

The School of Art + Design presents “FORMS & FIGURES: Chuck McWeeny and Brad Schwieger,” a pair of concurrent exhibitions celebrating the dedication to the art of ceramics by two retired professors.

HCOM student visits station in Rethinking Poverty exercise

Health Education

Incoming medical students learn about poverty and giving back before receiving white coats

August 26, 2026 6 min

Before convocation, members of the incoming class at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine learned a person's health is affected by more than medical conditions.

An aerial image of Ohio University and Athens, Ohio in the Fall

Community Partners

Sugar Bush Foundation awards nearly $390,000 to support Appalachian Ohio partnerships

August 26, 2026 2 min

The Sugar Bush Foundation, a supporting organization of the Ohio University Foundation, distributed $386,266 in funding for seven University-community projects benefiting Appalachian Ohio during the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

OHIO Community

Every improvement matters, every Bobcat benefits: Learn more about digital accessibility

August 26, 2026 3 min

The Seven Core Skills course is available to all Ohio University employees and provides practical guidance for creating more accessible digital content.

Online Graduate Programs

Is an M.A. in English worth it in the age of AI?

August 25, 2026 5 min

AI can generate text, but not judgment. See why a Master of Arts in English remains valuable and explore Ohio University's flexible online program.

Experiential Learning

School of Dance students experience professional dance life at Pittsburgh Dance Workshop

August 25, 2026 5 min

For several dance students, a week in Pittsburgh offered more than the chance to take classes in new styles of dance. It gave them a glimpse into what it means to pursue dance as a profession, from learning choreography on a tight turnaround to performing alongside professional dancers and connecting with artists working in the field.

Concerts on the Green

'Fall' in love with the music of OHIO with Concerts on the Green

August 24, 2026 2 min

This fall, the beauty of College Green will once again provide the backdrop for live music with Concerts on the Green, a free outdoor concert series showcasing the talents of students and faculty.

Social worker talking with senior citizen during home visit.

Online Graduate Programs

Advanced Standing MSW: Who qualifies and how much time and money it saves

August 24, 2026 7 min

Learn how Ohio University's online Advanced Standing MSW lets BSW graduates save 26 credit hours, cut costs, and earn a master's degree in as few as six semesters.

Art Exhibition

Kennedy Museum of Art to open renowned environmental artist and professor John Sabraw exhibition “Telluric” on Aug. 28

August 24, 2026 7 min

The Kennedy Museum of Art will open “Telluric,” a solo exhibition featuring recent work by nationally and internationally recognized environmental artist and Ohio University Distinguished Professor John Sabraw. Bringing together painting, sculpture and video, the exhibition explores the intersection of art, science and environmental sustainability while drawing on materials and themes rooted in southeast Ohio.

Health care Symposium

Nursing faculty, students invited to attend 2026 Jeri Milstead Policy Symposium in Dublin on Oct. 24

August 24, 2026 1 min

The College of Health Sciences and Professions School of Nursing is partnering with the American Nurses Association of Ohio to host the 2026 Jeri Milstead Policy Symposium on Saturday, Oct. 24.

An image of former OHIO Football coach Bill Hess at Peden Stadium

OHIO Athletics

Ohio Athletics names Peden Stadium Tower in honor of Coach Bill Hess

August 21, 2026 3 min

Coach Hess’ influence remains part of the foundation of OHIO Football. The Bill Hess Tower will permanently place his name above the field where he led some of the most accomplished teams in program history, creating a lasting connection between generations of Bobcats and one of OHIO Football's defining eras.

OHIO Announcements

Public course syllabus search now available for Ohio University undergraduate courses

August 21, 2026 2 min

As the Fall Semester begins, Ohio University has launched its new public Course Syllabus search.

University Community

A reminder regarding free expression at Ohio University

August 20, 2026 3 min

Ohio University reaffirms its continued commitment to fostering a thoughtful and expressive campus environment for everyone across our community.

Welcome Week

Welcome home, Bobcats: Welcome Week to feature events for new, returning students

August 20, 2026 5 min

Ohio University invites all students to celebrate the beginning of the new academic year during Welcome Week 2026.

Sophomore September

Sophomore September aims to deepen engagement for second-year students

August 20, 2026 2 min

Sophomore September features a wide range of activities and opportunities designed to support second-year students. All second-year students are encouraged to participate.