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Time series (left to right) showing two examples of how the random carbons in the artificial “coal” coalesce into graphite-like sheets under pressure and heat. The sheets aren’t perfectly flat because of the formation of a small number of five- and seven-member rings among the six-member rings.

Ohio University simulations on PSC supercomputer transform coal-like material to amorphous graphite and nanotubes

January 6, 2023 6 min

An OHIO physics team used the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center to simulate how coal might eventually be converted to valuable — and carbon-neutral — materials like graphite and carbon nanotubes.

Jump start the spring semester

January 6, 2023 1 min

Ohio University instructors new and not-so-new to teaching are invited to attend one of two Jan. 13 workshops presented by the Center for Teaching, Learning and Assessment (CTLA).

Thirteen OHIO campus spaces receive Experiential Spaces Designation

January 6, 2023 2 min

Ohio University’s Center for Advising, Career and Experiential Learning has announced that 13 spaces on campus have received its Experiential Spaces Designation for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Marissa Dyck demonstrates a necropsy on a bobcat that was killed on a road for Ohio University undergraduates who conducted necropsies in 2019 and 2020 on roadkill animals for the lab's research.

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Marissa Dyck awarded American Society of Mammologists' highest award for a graduate student

January 6, 2023 7 min

Marissa Dyck was awarded the 2022 American Society of Mammologists Fellowship. Mammals — specifically carnivores such as lynx, wolves, bobcats, and coyotes — are the focus of Dyck's research.

LMS vendor demonstrations to be held Jan. 9-11

January 6, 2023 1 min

Vendors who responded to the learning management system (LMS) request for proposal (RFP) will provide demonstrations to the Ohio University community on Jan. 9, 10, and 11.

2023 Spring Literary Festival set for March 29-30

January 5, 2023 4 min

The 2023 Spring Literary Festival is set for March 29-30 on the Athens Campus, featuring features authors Barrie Jean Borich, Denise Duhamel, and Megan Giddings.

Important information for OHIO researchers about Data Management Plans

January 5, 2023 2 min

Learn more about federal funder's grant requirements for Data Management Plans (DMPS) and what resources are at your disposal, including DMP templates.

OHIO names Dr. Lyn Redington interim vice president for student affairs, Kathy Fahl named dean of students

January 5, 2023 2 min

Ohio University President Hugh Sherman has named Dr. Lyn Redington as the University’s new interim vice president for student affairs effective Monday, Jan. 9, 2023.

DEIABJ workshop series offered in Spring 2023

January 5, 2023 3 min

The Division of Diversity and Inclusion and the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost are co-sponsoring the diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, belonging, and justice (DEIABJ) workshop series.

Crane Graduate Fellowship helps Evan Schalon spend one more special year at OHIO

January 5, 2023 6 min

When Evan Schalon arrived in Athens, he was a long way from his hometown in Maryland. But when it was time to graduate, he jumped at the opportunity for one more year at Ohio University.

The Burntwater Wall Hanging was part of Kennedy Museum of Art exhibit.

New Humanities in the Park display traces Native Americans' contributions to Ohio

January 5, 2023 5 min

A new display in Richland Avenue Park in Athens traces Indigenous Americans’ material and cultural contributions to Ohio, which was once home to 40 tribes.

The annual MLK Silent March takes place on College Green.

Everything to expect for MLK Week 2023

January 5, 2023 3 min

Each year, Ohio University celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a weeklong celebration. Here's everything to know about the 2023 MLK Celebration.

Virtual Accessibility Services Workshop to take place Tuesday, Jan. 10

January 4, 2023 1 min

On Tuesday, Jan. 10, Ohio University faculty and staff will have an opportunity to participate in a workshop aimed at increasing their knowledge surrounding accessibility.

Cedric Michael Cox standing in front of one of his colorful, abstract paintings

OHIO Southern gallery to feature Cedric Michael Cox paintings

January 4, 2023 2 min

Starting Tuesday, Jan. 17, visitors to Ohio University Southern Art Gallery will be able to step inside a world created by artist Cedric Michael Cox.

New courses explore global social change, animal-humans connections, and sociology careers

January 4, 2023 3 min

Three new spring courses tap into a theme of connecting with the world — connecting with employers, exploring the relationship between humans and animals, and exploring global social change.