Eastern Campus Stories

Taya Cooper
College Credit Plus

College Credit Plus program at OHIO Eastern gives students a head start on college

March 10, 2026 5 min

At Ohio University Eastern, the College Credit Plus (CCP) program is helping regional students take their first steps into higher education with confidence.

Richard W. Greenlee with Banjo
Stories and Songs of Appalachia

Stories and Songs of Appalachia concert to benefit OHIO Eastern students

March 10, 2026 3 min

“Stories and Songs of Appalachia,” a one-night performance presented by Interim Dean of Campus and Community Relations Richard W. Greenlee, will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 19, in the Ohio University Eastern Theater.
Matt Fox, Water's Embrace Art Exhibit
OHIO Events

Faculty artist Matt Fox brings 'Water’s Embrace' exhibit to OHIO Eastern Art Gallery

March 4, 2026 3 min

The exhibit highlights Matt Fox’s evolving artistic practice and will include a public reception on March 17, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at the Ohio University Eastern Art Gallery.
Aubrey Erbach
Student Success

OHIO Eastern student begins career with child protective services after returning to college

March 3, 2026 3 min

After stepping away from college for eight years, Aubrey Erbach returned to Ohio University Eastern to pursue a calling to social work inspired early in her marriage.

two female students drawing, one male teacher overlooking their work
Community Impact

Two Appalachian Ohio teachers receive 2026 grants for place-based learning projects

February 26, 2026 3 min

Funded through the Ohio Rural Teacher Fellowship program, the grants will be implemented in spring 2026 and reflect the ongoing impact of regional higher education partnerships in strengthening rural education.
Dennis Fox
OHIO Events

Theatre returns to OHIO Eastern under the direction of Dennis Fox with 'Spoon River Anthology'

February 24, 2026 2 min

The production brings together students, alumni and community members in a collaborative homecoming that celebrates the lasting impact of theatre on campus and throughout the Ohio Valley.
A group highschool students
Community Events

Regional students gather at Ohio University Eastern for annual Charlie Wilson Leadership Event

February 24, 2026 4 min

Regional high school students gathered at Ohio University Eastern for the third annual Charlie Wilson Leadership Event, a daylong program focused on leadership development and community engagement.
A male and female walking next to each other walking down a sidewalk, outside the rear entrance to Ohio University Eastern Shannon Hall
OHIO Events

Ohio University Eastern to host free community social work event March 5

February 19, 2026 2 min

The free, community-focused event will feature a continuing education presentation, an agency fair and a panel discussion highlighting regional social work professionals.
Professor Michael Schor
OHIO Community

Honoring a life of impact: Professor Michael Schor

February 18, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Eastern is honoring the life and legacy of Professor Michael “Mike” Schor, whose dedication to students and commitment to higher education left a lasting imprint across the University.
OHIO students and faculty member Teri Peasley stand together on a busy sidewalk in England
Student Opportunities

Study abroad programs expand global opportunities for Ohio University regional campus students

February 11, 2026 6 min

Regional campus students at Ohio University are engaging in immersive international and community-based experiences that enhance cultural awareness, professional readiness and global perspective.
OHIO representative stand with community partner award winners, who are holding their awards
Community Partners

Nominations open for awards for outstanding community partners, community-engaged faculty, administrators

February 11, 2026 3 min

The annual awards celebrate exemplary community engagement and the meaningful partnerships that advance learning, research and public impact across the region and beyond.
Historical Artifacts, a Slave Collar and Slave Tag from the 1800's
OHIO Events

'Echoes of the Underground Railroad' opens at OHIO Eastern for Black History Month

February 3, 2026 3 min

On display through Thursday, Feb. 26, the exhibit brings together artwork and historical artifacts on loan from the Ohio Valley Underground Railroad Museum. An opening reception will be held Tuesday, Feb. 10.
L-R Hattie Warne, Genevieve Hess, Kason Rosnick, Karalynn Tindall, Brayleigh Hickman
OHIO Events

Ohio University Eastern honors Dr. King’s legacy through annual essay contest

February 2, 2026 3 min

The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Writing Contest celebration on Jan. 29 honored middle and high school students whose poetry and essays reflect the values and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

A human hand reaches out to a robotic hand
OHIO Events

Hands-on AI workshops equip communities with practical, job-ready skills

January 22, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Regional Higher Education will host a series of in-person AI workshops this spring to help participants build practical skills they can apply immediately at work and in their communities.
Newspaper
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO’s 2025 Newsmakers wrapped: A look back on faculty in the media in 2025

January 22, 2026 5 min

In a year marked by technological change, innovations in science and renewed curiosity about our past and future, faculty emerged as essential voices helping audiences make sense of the world.
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