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A drone image of Ohio University's Athens Campus, including Baker Center and Alden Library, with the city of Athens in the background and clouds in the sky

OHIO Community

Following review by the state, Ohio University will sunset select academic programs graduating fewer than 5 students annually

March 16, 2026 3 min

Currently enrolled students will be able to complete their degree as outlined.

Concourse Syllabus

Ohio University to implement Concourse Syllabus in response to state requirements

March 12, 2026 3 min

OHIO will implement Concourse Syllabus, a syllabus management tool integrated directly within Canvas, to meet requirements outlined in the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act.

First-place Three Minute Thesis winner Mihajlo Chonev, a computer science master’s student from the Russ College, who presented his thesis work, “From drones to data: A modernized machine learning approach to bridge inspection.”

Student Awards

25 grad students take the stage at Ohio University's 2026 Three Minute Thesis® finals

March 12, 2026 3 min

On March 4, 25 graduate students from across Ohio University came together in the Baker Theater to compete for first place in the 2026 Three Minute Thesis® (3MT) competition.

College Credit Plus

College Credit Plus program at OHIO Eastern gives students a head start on college

March 10, 2026 5 min

At Ohio University Eastern, the College Credit Plus (CCP) program is helping regional students take their first steps into higher education with confidence.

Stories and Songs of Appalachia

Stories and Songs of Appalachia concert to benefit OHIO Eastern students

March 10, 2026 3 min

“Stories and Songs of Appalachia,” a one-night performance presented by Interim Dean of Campus and Community Relations Richard W. Greenlee, will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 19, in the Ohio University Eastern Theater.

Career Services

Jeff Burns named career development coordinator at OHIO Chillicothe

March 10, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Chillicothe has named Jeff Burns as its new career development coordinator. Burns brings diverse experiences as an educator and a passion for helping students.

Student Success

Justin Starkey finds purpose in social work at OHIO Chillicothe

March 10, 2026 3 min

For Ohio University Chillicothe junior social work major Justin Starkey, choosing to return to college at age 44 was more than a new chapter; it was a turning point.

Baker University Center and the pond in front of it. The pond shows a reflection of the building

Faculty Awards

Ohio University to honor faculty members with recognition and awards ceremony on March 25

March 9, 2026 1 min

All Ohio University students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to the 2026 Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, March 25.

University Libraries

Ohio University Libraries to join Google Books Library Project

March 9, 2026 2 min

The Libraries will partner with Google to improve access to its collection by creating digitized versions of hundreds of thousands of books that are out of print, rare, or inaccessible online.

Peden Stadium and OHIO's Athens campus is shown covered in snow in this photo taken by a drone camera

AI and OIT

Understanding the risks of AI tools: Protecting your data, devices at Ohio University

March 9, 2026 3 min

While Artificial intelligence tools can be incredibly helpful, it’s important to understand the risks involved when sharing information with them.

Athens International Film + Video Festival

Visiting filmmakers announced for 53rd Athens International Film + Video Festival

March 4, 2026 3 min

From April 13-19, 2026, the 53rd Athens International Film + Video Festival (AIFVF) will return to the Athena Cinema for a celebration of global cinema.

Tourism

Airbnb or hotel stay? Tourism expert shares what to consider before you book

March 4, 2026 5 min

As spring break travel ramps up, the choice between hotels and Airbnbs is less about which is better and more about which fits your trip. Tourism expert Sandy Chen explains how cost, convenience, safety and travel purpose should guide travelers’ booking decisions.

Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's February 2026 Newsmakers

March 4, 2026 3 min

Jessica Arquette, Madelyn Hill and Kerri Shaw were named faculty newsmakers for February 2026.

Commencement

Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine announces 2026 commencement speaker: John J. Koncelik, D.O. (’82)

March 2, 2026 3 min

John J. Koncelik, D.O. (’82), a highly accomplished physician leader, will deliver the keynote address at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine’s 2026 commencement ceremony.

Cutler Hall and the College Green are covered in snow while the sun shines over Cutler Hall

University Updates

OHIO leaders share answers to community questions from Feb. 18 ‘University Updates’

February 27, 2026 4 min

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez hosted the fourth “University Updates” event of the academic year on Wednesday, Feb 18.

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