Lancaster Campus Stories

Jessica Rutkowski
Alumni

Jessica Rutkowski returns to OHIO as Regional Recruitment Manager at Lancaster campus

Jessica Rutkowski has been named the Regional Recruitment Manager at OHIO Lancaster, bringing with her a decade of experience in student engagement, leadership development and strategic communication.

David Morkeh
Supporting Students

David Morkeh brings global perspective, student focus to OHIO Lancaster

With a proven commitment to student development and success, David Morkeh is bringing his talents and passion to Ohio University Lancaster as the new Success Advisor.

White Christmas
Theater

OHIO Lancaster brings Christmas in July to the Lancaster Festival with Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”

Ohio University Lancaster Theater brings festive cheer to summer with its production of Irving Berlin’s "White Christmas" as part of the 2025 Lancaster Festival.

Female, smiling with shoulder length red hair, wearing glass, black and white blouse with a black blazer
Alumni Success

Telling the story of Southeastern Ohio: Cathryn Stanley’s journey from student to regional advocate

From early classroom experiences to her current role curating and promoting the region’s rich history, Cathryn Stanley’s path reflects the strength and impact of Ohio University’s regional campus system.

Lauren “Wren” Denny
Student Success

Wren Denny leaves her mark in the classroom, on streets of Athens

The Ohio University student’s street mural on East State Street in Athens will celebrated at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, July 4.

OHIO students and faculty stand in front of a building at the Panama Canal
Student Experiences

Panama trip showcases power of experiential learning for regional campuses

For students on Ohio University's five regional campuses, the world is not just something to study from a textbook, it is something they can experience firsthand.

Greg Shaw
Student Success

Breaking barriers: Kilburger Scholar’s story from OHIO Lancaster to doctoral research

When Greg Shaw first stepped onto the campus of Ohio University Lancaster in 2019, he couldn’t have imagined how far his academic path would take him.

Peyton Wellman holds a sign that says 'Official Bobcat" while he stands next to a cardboard cutout image of Rufus
Student Success

From Bloom-Carroll to robotics: OHIO Lancaster student lands high tech job

For Peyton Wellman, a passion for hands-on engineering and a drive to enter the workforce quickly led him to Ohio University Lancaster’s Engineering Technology program.

Alumni Gateway
Academic Achievement

OHIO announces spring semester 2025 student academic achievement lists

OHIO is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of more than 11,100 students who officially qualified for the President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for spring semester 2025.

Ohio University Lancaster campus.
OHIO Lancaster

OHIO Lancaster Semiconductor Certificate provides flexible pathway to Ohio manufacturing jobs

To help meet the demand of Ohio's growing advanced manufacturing industry, Ohio University Lancaster has developed a new, specialized Semiconductor Technician Certificate which will begin training students in fall of 2025.

Military friendly
Military-Friendly

Ohio University earns 2025–2026 Military Friendly Schools® designation for 14th consecutive year; recognized for outstanding support to student Veterans and military families

Ohio University has once again earned the Military Friendly Schools® designation for the 2025–2026 academic year, marking the 14th consecutive year the institution has received this honor.

Two students wear stethoscopes and put them on a dummy at the STEM Discovery Day event
OHIO Events

STEM Discovery Day at OHIO Lancaster: Innovation and inspiration

Ohio University Lancaster hosted more than 350 students from 21 Central Ohio area schools, along with 36 teachers and 30 science and technology professionals, for STEM Discovery Day on Friday, May 9.

Lancaster Communications Hall of Fame
Alumni

First class inducted into Lancaster Campus COMS Alumni Hall of Fame

OHIO Lancaster has inducted its inaugural class into the Lancaster Campus Communication Studies Alumni Hall of Fame.

Two OHIO graduates in cap and gown celebrate after walking across the stage at Spring Commencement
Forever OHIO

OHIO celebrates the Class of 2025

Family members and friends cheered loudly and proudly for their Bobcats at the Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies in the Convocation Center and at special events on the Athens and regional campuses.

An OHIO graduate raises her arms in triumph as she crosses the stage the OHIO Lancaster Graduation Recognition Ceremony
Graduation 2025

Ohio University Regional Campuses celebrate graduates with community-focused ceremonies

Ohio University’s regional campuses honored the Class of 2025 on May 1 with personalized ceremonies celebrating academic achievement, community leadership, and student perseverance.

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