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Ohio University launches fully Online Master’s Program in Psychology

May 15, 2026 4 min

Ohio University is expanding access to graduate education in psychology with the launch of a new fully online Master of Science in Psychological Science, beginning Fall 2026.

Accessibility

DOJ extends digital accessibility deadlines; Ohio University continues progress

May 15, 2026 1 min

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a one‑year extension to federal digital accessibility deadlines under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Kennedy Museum of Art

Courtney Kessel named interim director of the Kennedy Museum of Art

May 14, 2026 4 min

Ohio University has named Courtney Kessel interim director of the Kennedy Museum of Art, effective May 1.

Academic Excellence

OHIO announces spring semester 2026 student academic achievement lists

May 14, 2026 2 min

At the end of each semester, Ohio University’s undergraduate students are evaluated based on their semester GPA and hours to determine placement on the President’s List, Dean’s List or Provost’s List.

Patton Center for Arts Education

Beam signing marks milestone for Ohio University’s Patton Center for Arts Education

May 14, 2026 4 min

Ohio University held a beam signing event on April 24 for the new Violet L. Patton Center for Arts Education, highlighting the progress made and honoring the late Violet Patton with a copy of her signature placed on the beam.

A large group of Heritage College graduates in green doctoral regalia look up and smile as green and silver streamers fall over them during their commencement ceremony.

Commencement

Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine commencement speaker shares lessons drawn from ‘The Wizard of Oz’

May 13, 2026 4 min

Saying he hopes they will become “wizards of ozteopathy,” the commencement speaker for the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine shared insights from “The Wizard of Oz."

In Remembrance

Ohio University mourns the passing of Associate Vice President Emeritus Gwyn Scott

May 11, 2026 5 min

A thoughtful leader and respected colleague, Scott leaves behind a lasting legacy of service and innovation that will continue to impact the University community for many years to come.

Experiential Learning

Experiential learning grant gives students hands-on experience workshopping a new musical in under 30 hours

May 8, 2026 7 min

OHIO students did what many theater professionals spend years working toward: workshopping a brand-new musical as part of the OU Fringe Festival thanks to a grant from the experiential learning fund.

Experiential Learning

Indigo Girls reunite with the OHIO Symphony Orchestra for a reprise in experiential learning

May 7, 2026 8 min

A once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity became a twice-in-a-lifetime experience as the Indigo Girls returned to perform with OHIO music students

OHIO Leadership

Ohio University names John McCarthy Interim Executive Vice President and Provost

May 6, 2026 2 min

McCarthy will assume the role following Provost Don Leo’s announcement that he will step down to serve as President of The University of Alabama in Huntsville, effective June 1.

OHIO Events

OHIO’s College of Business to host 2026 Midwest Association for Information Systems Conference

May 6, 2026 3 min

The Midwest Association for Information Systems Conference is the premier information systems event in the Midwest and will bring together a vibrant community of academics, researchers, practitioners and students who are passionate about exploring the intersection of technology and business.

Influencer Marketing

How one professor’s influencer marketing course is shedding light on the realities of becoming an influencer

May 6, 2026 8 min

Do you want to be an influencer? As appealing as some people make it look, there's a lot more that goes on behind the scenes to build a brand into a business. College of Business Professor Jacob Hiler explains how his influencer marketing course is preparing students to work as or with content creators.

E.W. Scripps School of Journalism

E.W. Scripps School of Journalism adopts artificial intelligence policy

May 5, 2026 2 min

The policy provides guidance to faculty and students on AI use in research, creative activity and coursework while encouraging both groups to learn the technology and use it in ways that follow professional journalism standards.

Scholarships

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and Kettering Health launch scholarship program to strengthen Ohio’s physician workforce

May 4, 2026 2 min

The Heritage College and Kettering Health have launched a scholarship program to reduce financial barriers for medical students, strengthen the physician workforce and improve health outcomes.

Students and alumni take a selfie at the HCOM gala

Heritage College Anniversary

More than 400 gather to celebrate 50 Years of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

May 4, 2026 4 min

More than 400 guests gathered for the 50th anniversary gala of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Hilton Columbus at Easton.

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