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David Butcher
Spring Commencement

Ohio University to honor David Butcher with honorary degree

Ohio University will honor David Butcher with an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree at Ohio University’s Spring 2025 Graduate Commencement Ceremony.

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OHIO Community

Volunteers needed for Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies

Ohio University is looking for volunteers to support the Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies.

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Literature and community

'Loved, loved, loved': The Spring Literature Festival

Featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jennifer Egan, poet Deborah Landau and novelist Madeline ffitch, the 2025 Lit Fest inspired audiences with readings, lectures and "lightbulb moments."

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Community Engagement

Ohio University Chillicothe to host STEM education day for teachers

OHIO Chillicothe, with support from its Education Advisory Committee and National Grid Renewables, is offering a STEM education professional development day for teachers of pre-K through 12th grade on May 8.

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Class of 2025

Turning passion into impact through social work

Brittney Marinich’s time at OHIO gave her more than just a degree—it gave her direction.

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Rankings

Graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences excel in ranks, multiple programs in the College of Health Sciences and Professions named among the top 100 in nation in 2025 U.S. News rankings

Numerous graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Health Sciences and Professions have been named in the top 100 in the nation in the latest U.S. News rankings.

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Research and Impact

OHIO now accepting nominations for Presidential Research Scholars

Ohio University is seeking nominations for its 2025-26 Presidential Research Scholars awards program. Nominations will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 17.

Chase Lynd
Class of 2025

Building confidence in the classroom

For Chase Lynd, returning to college wasn’t something he had always planned—but it turned out to be one of the best decisions he’s ever made.

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Athens, Ohio

Cherry Blossom season at Ohio University: Spring blooms along the Hocking River

To the delight of Bobcats near and far, the cherry blossom trees on Ohio University's campus in Athens produce spectacular blooms each spring. OHIO is home to 230 cherry blossom trees and has been named one of the best places in the United States to see cherry blossoms outside of Washington, D.C.

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OHIO Announcements

President Gonzalez responds to University questions about new state law

The following message was shared with the University community on Monday, April 7. 

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Student Success

Entire NewsWatch staff, 4 individual students receive national recognition for WOUB work

The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) 2024 Mark of Excellence Awards recognize the best collegiate journalism.

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Legislative Updates

Provost Leo shares an academic update regarding the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act

Ohio University's Executive Vice President and Provost Don Leo shared the following update with faculty on Monday, April 7, 2025.

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Unique Learning Opportunities

New partnership brings increased experiential learning opportunities for cybersecurity students

Ohio University students studying cybersecurity will now have increased opportunities to get professional training and earn industry credentials.

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OHIO Community

Reminder to OHIO community: Ohio University Ethics Hotline available

The hotline can be used to report concerns of fraud, waste, abuse, or non-compliance with regulations or University policies—anonymously if so desired

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Faculty Excellence

OHIO community invited to 2025 Teaching Recognition and Awards Ceremony on April 16

The ceremony will honor faculty members who have received awards for teaching, research and other significant contributions to Ohio University in the last year.

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