News and Announcements

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Bone density research

Ohio University-led study improves fracture risk detection beyond bone density tests

April 9, 2026 4 min

Millions of older women are at risk of fractures, and standard tests miss many of them. Now, researchers from Ohio University, University of Florida and Indiana University are changing how that risk is detected.

Office of Information Technology

Ed Carter named interim Chief Information Officer

April 9, 2026 2 min

Carter will assume the role beginning June 1 following the departure of current Chief Information Officer Chris Ament, who will join Central New Mexico Community College in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as its Chief Information Officer.

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Board of Trustees

OHIO Board of Trustees to hear about University’s initiatives to integrate Artificial Intelligence into learning, receive sports administration program update from students and faculty

April 8, 2026 5 min

The Board of Trustees will learn about the University’s ongoing efforts to integrate and engage with AI, as well as hear from faculty and students from the sports administration program.
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Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's March 2026 Newsmakers

April 8, 2026 3 min

John Kopchick, Aiden Payne and Geoff Dabelko were named faculty newsmakers for March 2026.
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Bike removal

OUPD to remove abandoned bikes on Athens Campus in June

April 6, 2026 1 min

The Ohio University Police Department will remove all abandoned bikes on the Athens Campus in June.
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Job hunting

OHIO Online’s Career Services launches a new AI tool to make job searches easier

April 2, 2026 4 min

This spring, OHIO Online’s Career Services is partnering with the Ohio University's Alumni Association to launch a new AI tool that will revolutionize how students and alumni approach their job search. This free tool is a highly specialized career chatbot called Theo. With a little input from the user, Theo can customize resumes, cover letters, and suggest ideal job opportunities within minutes.

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Research

A look under the Big Top: Decade-long study sheds light on head injuries in Cirque du Soleil performers

April 1, 2026 8 min

A study led by Dr. Jeff Russell, in collaboration with Dr. Janet Simon, OHIO alum Dr. Mychelle Berry and Cirque du Soleil, sheds light on how often head injuries actually happen under the big top.
Facilities

OHIO Facilities Management continuing to monitor weather-related temperature changes in buildings

April 1, 2026 2 min

Both Facilities Managemenet and Housing and Residence Life crews are continuing to monitor residence hall and campus facilities temperatures to ensure comfortability on campus as the season shifts.
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Culinary Services

New “Shively Food Hall” dining options and “The Venue at Shively” catering space anticipated to open fall semester 2026

March 31, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Culinary Services has announced that three new dining concepts and a catering space are estimated to open at the start of the fall semester.

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Heritage College

Ohio General Assembly honors 50th anniversary of Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

March 30, 2026 3 min

The Ohio General Assembly has recognized the 50th anniversary of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine with a formal proclamation and commendation.
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OHIO Hockey

OHIO Hockey wins first national title in 22 years

March 30, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Hockey won the American Collegiate Hockey Association Men’s Division I National Championship on March 17, 2026. This recent victory marks the fifth title the program has won and the first since 2004.
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Partnerships

Ohio University, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield expand partnership to strengthen rural healthcare workforce

March 30, 2026 4 min

Additional investment will strengthen experiential learning program to elevate care for aging and vulnerable populations
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Health Advocacy

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine students advocate for health policy during DO Day 2026

March 27, 2026 2 min

Thirteen students from the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine made in-person congressional visits as part of DO Day on Capitol Hill 2026.
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Rankings

Honors Tutorial College ranked among best honors colleges in the nation

March 25, 2026 2 min

College Transitions recently ranked OHIO’s Honors Tutorial College 12th on its list of the 50 Best Honors Colleges for 2026.
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Homecoming

Ohio University to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 5-10

March 24, 2026 2 min

Homecoming Week 2026 will culminate Oct. 10 with OHIO’s annual Homecoming parade, football game against Central Michigan
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