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School of Dance students experience professional dance life at Pittsburgh Dance Workshop

August 25, 2026 5 min

For several dance students, a week in Pittsburgh offered more than the chance to take classes in new styles of dance. It gave them a glimpse into what it means to pursue dance as a profession, from learning choreography on a tight turnaround to performing alongside professional dancers and connecting with artists working in the field.

Concerts on the Green

'Fall' in love with the music of OHIO with Concerts on the Green

August 24, 2026 2 min

This fall, the beauty of College Green will once again provide the backdrop for live music with Concerts on the Green, a free outdoor concert series showcasing the talents of students and faculty.

Health care Symposium

Nursing faculty, students invited to attend 2026 Jeri Milstead Policy Symposium in Dublin on Oct. 24

August 24, 2026 1 min

The College of Health Sciences and Professions School of Nursing is partnering with the American Nurses Association of Ohio to host the 2026 Jeri Milstead Policy Symposium on Saturday, Oct. 24.

Art Exhibition

Kennedy Museum of Art to open renowned environmental artist and professor John Sabraw exhibition “Telluric” on Aug. 28

August 24, 2026 7 min

The Kennedy Museum of Art will open “Telluric,” a solo exhibition featuring recent work by nationally and internationally recognized environmental artist and Ohio University Distinguished Professor John Sabraw. Bringing together painting, sculpture and video, the exhibition explores the intersection of art, science and environmental sustainability while drawing on materials and themes rooted in southeast Ohio.

OHIO students and community members walk by the international flags on the College Green during the International Street Fair

Global Exchange

Several members of the OHIO community selected for prestigious international exchange awards

August 19, 2026 10 min

Several Ohio University students, alumni and faculty members have been selected for prestigious awards and fellowships through the CLS and Fulbright programs.

Three OHIO students work on equipment in a nursing lab on OHIO's Athens Campus

Nursing rankings

Online RN to BSN program named best in the nation out of public universities by AllNurses

August 19, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s online RN to BSN program has been recognized as the top program in the nation out of public universities by AllNurses.com.

Academic Programs

Ohio University receives state approval for restructured academic programs

August 19, 2026 2 min

The newly approved programs also ensure compliance with the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act's low degree conferral requirements while preserving academic opportunities for students through broader, more integrated degree pathways.

Collective Bargaining

Ohio University encouraged by progress toward first faculty collective bargaining agreement

August 16, 2026 3 min

To date, the parties have held more than 25 negotiation sessions since August 2025 that have addressed a wide range of contract provisions presented by both parties.

Parking and Transportation

Important information about parking, traffic during move-in days

August 16, 2026 3 min

With the fall semester about to begin, all members of the Ohio University community should be aware of important details regarding parking and traffic during move-in activities from Aug. 20-22, 2026.

Visual Communication

OHIO student magazine wins first place in national AEJMC design competition

August 14, 2026 5 min

Ohio University’s student-produced VIS Magazine earned first place in the design category of the 2026 Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication Student Magazine Contest for its third issue, “The Heroes Issue.” The issue celebrates the lasting impact of visual communication leaders whose work, mentorship and achievements have inspired generations of storytellers, including Pete Souza and John Grimwade.

Board of Trustees

Ohio University Board of Trustees approves surplus property designations to support future campus priorities

August 14, 2026 2 min

OHIO regularly evaluates its facilities and properties to ensure all campus spaces support the University’s evolving academic priorities, student success and responsible financial stewardship.

Board of Trustees

OHIO Board of Trustees discuss strategic priorities, statewide partnerships and campus investments during August meetings

August 14, 2026 5 min

During meetings on Aug. 13, the Board of Trustees received updates on the Dynamic Strategy and learned more about OHIO's role in a new statewide initiative to strengthen Ohio's health care workforce.

Transportation

City of Athens’ Richland Avenue closure project impacts routes to OHIO’s Athens campus

August 13, 2026 4 min

The City of Athens’ construction project on Richland Avenue may affect your route to the Athens campus in the coming weeks.

HCOM student and family celebrate scholarship

Scholarships

Kettering Health, Ohio University surprise 39 medical students with first-year scholarships

August 13, 2026 6 min

What began as a mysterious invitation from the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine turned into an unforgettable surprise for 39 incoming medical students and their families.

Shared Governance

Ohio University Board of Trustees approves establishment of Health and Medicine Faculty Council

August 13, 2026 2 min

Serving in an advisory capacity, the council will work collaboratively with University and college leadership and coordinate with Faculty Senate to strengthen communication and alignment across the University's broader shared governance framework.

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