University Community

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Class of 2030

Heritage College welcomes Class of 2030 at 51st convocation ceremony

August 13, 2026 5 min

Ohio University’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine officially welcomed the members of the Class of 2030 during the college’s 51st Convocation and White Coat ceremony.
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OHIO Events

Where languages meet technology: OHIO to host Digital Approaches to Language Learning and Teaching Conference

August 13, 2026 3 min

The conference will bring together scholars, educators, students and educational technology developers to exchange ideas, share innovative practices and build partnerships that advance technology-enhanced language learning.

National Guard members and staff from the county health department prepare to assist patients
Community Partners

GuardCare delivers free health care to Southeast Ohio residents

August 12, 2026 4 min

GuardCare 2026 provided a record amount of free medical, dental and vision care to Southeast Ohio residents during a three-day clinic at Ohio University's Heritage Hall.
Tracy Kelly
Alumni Leaders

Community leader shares how her time at OHIO prepared her for a career in public service

August 12, 2026 5 min

For two-time Ohio University alumna Tracy Kelly, the desire to help others has always been at the center of her work.
Ted Adams
OHIO Community

Adams comes full circle to Voinovich School Advisory Board after working in Voinovich administration

August 12, 2026 4 min

Ted Adams got a firsthand look at George Voinovich’s philosophy on public-private partnerships and is looking to help continue his former boss’s legacy as an advisor for the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.
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Student Success

Ohio University, OHIO Online recognized as leaders in transfer student success

August 12, 2026 3 min

Ohio University and OHIO Online have once again earned national recognition for commitment to transfer student success, securing a place on the 2026 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Transfer Honor Roll.
Isaac Floyd
Alumni Leaders

OHIO graduate's grant sends 30 children to Bobcat Academy at no cost

August 11, 2026 3 min

An OHIO graduate teaching in Lawrence County secured a $1,500 grant that sent 30 children to Bobcat Academy on the Ohio University Southern campus at no cost to their families.
OHIO women's soccer team plays on the field
Academic Certificates

Scripps College launches new Sports Photography for Communication Certificate

August 11, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s Scripps College of Communication is launching a new undergraduate certificate this fall for students interested in combining sports, photography and strategic communication.
OHIO Business Service Center employees stand together and hold their awards
Outstanding Employees

OHIO Business Service Center honors employees

August 7, 2026 1 min

The OHIO Business Service Center held its second annual Employee Appreciation event on July 8. 
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OHIO Community

OHIO faculty, staff, graduate students invited to enroll in updated course on GenAI in Teaching and Learning

August 7, 2026 1 min

In June 2026, Ohio University’s Center for Teaching, Learning and Assessment (CTLA) launched version 3.0 of its GenAI in Teaching and Learning Institute.
Mike Lafreniere
OHIO Announcements

Dean Lafreniere to lead OHIO Chillicothe's next chapter

August 7, 2026 4 min

Dr. Lewatis McNeal, vice provost for Regional Higher Education, has announced the appointment of Michael Lafreniere as dean of campus and community engagement at Ohio University Chillicothe.
An Illustration of students sitting in two rows in a classroom, with books on their desks
Faculty Mentors

Registration now open for Faculty as Mentors certification program

August 7, 2026 1 min

The Faculty as Mentors faculty development certification program recognizes the central role of faculty mentorship in fostering student success and advancing OHIO’s Dynamic Strategy.

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OHIO Community

What you need to know about securely destroying data

August 7, 2026 1 min

The process of securely erasing data from a device is referred to as sanitizing digital media. This is an important step in the proper handling of sensitive data stored on computers, USB drives, phones, etc.
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Supporting Students

Ohio University Libraries announces second year of Zero Cost Textbook Program

August 7, 2026 2 min

The Zero Cost Textbook Program lowers the cost of higher education for OHIO students by replacing commercial textbooks with Open Educational Resources and library-licensed content. 
Captina Conservancy Duck Dash 2026 - Hundreds of yellow rubber ducks floating down a creek bed of water.
Student Experiences

Learning through service: OHIO Eastern students support conservation, community at Captina Duck Dash

August 7, 2026 5 min

The Duck Dash event exemplified how Ohio University Eastern students from different academic disciplines are applying their classroom knowledge in meaningful ways through community partnerships.
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