Southern Campus Stories

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Community Engagement

OHIO Southern accepting submissions for 2025 MLK Writing Contest

October 17, 2024

Ohio University Southern invites students in grades 6-12 to reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through its annual writing contest, with prizes awarded for creative essays or poems.

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OHIO Community

Ohio University Southern honors veterans with handmade quilts in 'Threads of Gratitude'

October 14, 2024

Ohio University Southern honors local veterans with handmade Quilts of Valor at its annual ceremony, "Threads of Gratitude," featuring a documentary on the quilters' work and a reception to follow.

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Student Succes

Ohio University students invited to attend children’s literature conference

October 14, 2024

Dr. Kevin Cordi, award-winning educator, author and storyteller, invites students from any OHIO campus to attend the upcoming children’s literature conference at the University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum.

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Community Education

Ohio University Southern and Scioto County Aspire partner to offer free RBT and CDCA training programs

October 9, 2024

Ohio University Southern and Scioto County Aspire offer free RBT and CDCA training to support local workforce development in behavior analysis and chemical dependency counseling.

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Community Service

OHIO Southern student groups lead community donation drives

October 9, 2024

Ohio University Southern students are leading sock and food drives to support local organizations, showing the impact of student-led service and encouraging community support and giving.

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Engaging OHIO

OHIO leaders share answers to community questions from Sept. 26 ‘University Updates’

October 6, 2024

University Updates are held throughout the year as part of OHIO’s ongoing efforts to further connections and dialogue throughout the University community.

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Regional Higher Ed

Regional Higher Education hosts annual Early Childhood and Elementary Education Festival for teacher candidates

October 2, 2024

OHIO regional campus Early Childhood and Elementary Education sophomores gathered for the third annual EdFest, sponsored by the Patton College Education, on Friday, Sept. 20 at OHIO Zanesville.

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University Safety & Security

All OHIO employees to be automatically enrolled in OHIO Alert notification system, receive confirmation messages on October 9

September 29, 2024

Being part of the OHIO Alert notification system means you’ll receive critical updates when they matter most. Whether it’s severe weather or an emergency on campus, these alerts are designed to help keep you safe and informed.

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Rankings

Ohio University named the best value public university for fifth consecutive year

September 23, 2024

Once again, Ohio University has ranked as the top public university in the state of Ohio for best value, according to U.S. News and World Report.

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Community Engagement

OHIO Southern accepting nominations for MLK Legacy Awards

September 23, 2024

As part of the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration, OHIO Southern is accepting nominations for individuals, businesses & non-profit organizations exemplifying the ideals espoused by Dr. King

Community Engagement Symposium 2023
Community Engagement

Community Engagement Symposium to highlight best practices, recognize Outstanding Community Partner Award winners on Oct. 25

September 16, 2024

The Center for Community Engagement will host the third annual Community Engagement Symposium on Friday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Ohio University's total enrollment climbs again

September 11, 2024

Growth fueled by significant increases in both graduate and undergraduate enrollment on the Athens campus and explosive growth in online undergraduate enrollment with a 14 percent year-over-year gain.

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OHIO Events

Prescription for Pain: Philip Eil’s true-crime investigation comes to Southern Ohio

September 9, 2024

OHIO Southern to host journalist Philip Eil as he shares his true-crime investigation into a notorious opioid doctor in Southern Ohio, revealing the human toll of the epidemic.

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Explore the unknown: Paranormal Phenomena workshop

September 6, 2024

Explore Bigfoot, UFOs, ghosts, and more in Todd Martin’s Paranormal Phenomena and Local Mysteries workshop at Ohio University Southern, Tuesdays, Sept. 10 – Oct. 1. Registration: $25.

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University Safety and Security: OHIO unveils new website and web alert design for emergency preparedness and response

August 29, 2024

OHIO's faculty and staff, across various functional areas, are committed to working together to ensure access to support and safety resources and respond effectively to emergencies as they arise.

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