Chillicothe Campus Stories

An OHIO student works on manufacturing equipment at the Workforce Development Center while an OHIO faculty member stands nearby and shines a flashlight on the equipment.
Career Opportunities

Ohio University launches two new certificate programs in automation and mechatronics at Chillicothe campus

The Automation Technician and Mechatronics Technician certificates will be offered at OHIO Chillicothe starting in fall 2026.

Three OHIO graduates smile together while wearing their caps and gowns, standing outside after the Graduation Recognition Ceremony at Ohio University Lancaster
Class of 2026

Ohio University regional campuses celebrate Class of 2026

Ohio University’s regional campuses celebrated the Class of 2026 with Graduation Recognition Ceremonies held on April 30, 2026.

wide shot of Commencement at the Convocation Center as green confetti explodes over the graduating class of 2026
OHIO Commencement

Caps, gowns and confetti: Spring Commencement 2026

Ohio University honored the graduates of the Class of 2026 on May 1 and 2 for all they have accomplished, while also giving them advice as they begin the next steps in their journeys.

Graduating students stand in front of a large crowd at the Graduation Recognition Ceremony
Student Success

Ohio University Chillicothe celebrates 2026 graduates

Ohio University Chillicothe honored nearly 120 graduates at a Graduation Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, April 30.

Matt Hines speaks to teacher candidates
Student Success

OHIO Chillicothe teacher candidates sharpen interview skills with local educators

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.

two women interview a third woman
Student Success

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

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.

Jamie Brown
Alumni Success

Ohio University graduate Jamie Brown to speak at OHIO Chillicothe Graduation Recognition Ceremony

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.

students in a Kids in College STEM class make animal footprints with stamps
events

OHIO Chillicothe offers summer enrichment for children through Kids in College program

Ohio University Chillicothe will host its annual Kids in College summer program from June 1–12, 2026. Each week, a new set of courses are offered in morning and afternoon sessions.

OHIO Ice Cream Social
OHIO Events

OHIO community invited to April ice cream social

Ohio University will host ice cream socials on the Athens and regional campuses from 2-4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21 to celebrate the end of the semester.

teachers tour a Ross County solar installation
Professional Development

Ohio University Chillicothe to host professional development day for educators

Ohio University Chillicothe is offering Foundations to Futures: Building the Workforce from the Ground Up, a professional development day for teachers on Tuesday, May 5, from 7:15 a.m. - 3 p.m.

A group of OHIO students and faculty stand in front of an Ohio sign while at the Ohio Statehouse for Advocacy Day.
Student Opportunities

Ohio University social work students gain advocacy experience at Statehouse

More than 100 social work students from Ohio University’s five regional campuses and Athens’ main campus attended Advocacy Day on March 31 at the Vern Riffe Center in downtown Columbus.

Cherry blossoms frame a photo of the Convocation Center
Giving Day

One Day, One OHIO: Celebrate OHIO Giving Day 2026 on April 8 and donate to move OHIO forward

Ohio University’s seventh annual Giving Day will take place April 8, 2026, engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University to take part in giving to causes they feel most passionate about supporting.

Alisa Phillips
Student Success

OHIO Chillicothe student prepares for a career serving others

When Alisa Phillips returned to Ohio University Chillicothe more than a decade after first starting her degree, she brought with her years of life experience, a thriving business and a renewed sense of purpose.

Ava Eldridge reads to students
Student Success

Student teachers build confidence, community at OHIO Chillicothe

Ohio University Chillicothe seniors Ava Eldridge and Kylie Fink are discovering what it takes to lead their own classrooms as they prepare for their careers in education.

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Student Experiences

OHIO social work students dive into Costa Rican culture, community service

A group of social work and interdisciplinary students from the Athens and regional campuses participated in a cultural immersion and service-learning experience in Costa Rica during Spring Break 2026.

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