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OHIO Board of Trustees to discuss strategic priorities, statewide partnerships and campus investments during Aug. 13 meeting

August 6, 2026 4 min

The Board of Trustees will convene Thursday, Aug. 13, at OHIO's Dublin Integrated Education Center for its August meeting, where the Board will receive updates on the University's Dynamic Strategy.

Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's July 2026 Newsmakers

August 6, 2026 4 min

Jacob Hiler, Andrea Richard, Sandy Chen, Jacqueline Yahn and Angela Hillman were named newsmakers for July 2026.

Students look at research posters at the Summer Research Symposium

Student Research

Heritage College students explore research through summer fellowship

August 5, 2026 4 min

For medical student Adeel Koshal, summer research offered an opportunity to help answer scientific questions while contributing to work that could one day improve people’s lives.

Student Success

OHIO musical theater graduate found more than competition on the stage at Lincoln Center

August 5, 2026 4 min

Ohio University musical theater graduate Jacob Simmons took the stage at New York City’s Lincoln Center as one of 10 finalists in the American Pops Orchestra NextGen National vocal competition. Beyond the performance, the experience gave Simmons a chance to learn from fellow performers and industry professionals while embracing a perspective on success rooted in joy, growth and celebrating others.

Collective Bargaining

Faculty union contract negotiations update (July 31)

August 2, 2026 1 min

Since the University shared its most recent update in late July, bargaining sessions have continued, and three meetings are scheduled to take place in August.

Advancing Health

New patent from OHIO researchers could pave the way for more effective growth hormone therapies

July 22, 2026 8 min

Researchers at Ohio University have filed a patent after using advanced molecular simulations to uncover, for the first time, how a pioneering growth hormone drug works at the atomic level—a discovery that could pave the way for a new generation of more potent treatments for growth hormone disorders.

the bachelor of science nursing program at Ohio University welcomes and celebrates new students each year

Donor Impact

Honoring a legacy of compassion in health care: OHIO announces the creation of the Anita Chesser Potts Memorial Scholarship

July 22, 2026 3 min

The new scholarship fund creates a lasting tribute to the late Anita Potts, one of the early graduates of Ohio University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Community Engagement

Summer Law and Trial Institute inspires Ohio high school students to pursue law, public service and justice

July 20, 2026 4 min

For two weeks this summer, high school students from across Ohio explored the legal profession, developed advocacy skills and gained firsthand exposure to the justice system through Ohio University's Summer Law & Trial Institute (SLTI).

Board of Trustees

Governor DeWine appoints Giles Allen to Ohio University Board of Trustees

July 16, 2026 2 min

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has appointed Ohio University alumnus Giles Allen to the Ohio University Board of Trustees.

Facilities

Extreme heat: Safety tips and energy conservation efforts

July 14, 2026 2 min

Due to extreme heat across the Midwest, Facilities Management (FM) will increase its efforts to reduce energy usage on the Athens Campus where possible from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Well-Being and Recreation

Indoor courts at Golf and Tennis Center temporarily closed for improvements

July 14, 2026 1 min

The indoor courts at OHIO's Golf and Tennis Center are temporarily closed while Well-Being and Recreation completes facility improvements and works to prepare the space for a new addition.

Community Engagement

Ohio University leadership visit Toyota West Virginia

July 10, 2026 3 min

Toyota West Virginia hosted several members of the Ohio University leadership team on May 14.

An image of Ohio University's College Green

Supporting our communities

Ohio University awarded $10 million to expand rural health care workforce, access needs across Ohio

July 10, 2026 4 min

Alongside a broad range of interdisciplinary health collaborators across the state, OHIO will help connect health care employers, schools, training providers and community organizations to recruit, train and retain health professionals in rural Ohio communities.

Soccer

From local sidelines to the World Cup: How Ohio University is investing in the future of soccer coaching

July 8, 2026 11 min

The world's biggest soccer tournament isn't just a showcase for players, it's also a masterclass in coaching. As fans tune in to the World Cup, faculty explain what really happens on the sidelines and how OHIO's online Master of Soccer Coaching Education program is preparing the next generation of coaches.

Alumni Success

Local history and art come together in Jim Boyd’s new book

July 6, 2026 5 min

Local author Jim Boyd is sharing that story through his new book, "Birth, Death, and Resurrection of a Golf Course: Mangold Country Club to Zanesville Jaycee Public Golf Course," during a book signing.

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