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Scripps Hall is shown surrounded by green grass and trees on a summer day

Starting or leaving a role? Help keep OHIO’s data secure

August 28, 2026 1 min

Whether you’re joining a new team, changing roles or preparing to leave Ohio University, secure access management is essential.

Cherry Blossom trees bloom in front of the Convocation Center in spring

OHIO Events

Celebrating a legacy of connection: Retirement reception for Professor Christopher Thompson

August 28, 2026 1 min

All members of the OHIO community are invited to retirement reception for Christopher Thompson on Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 6-8 p.m. in the 1804 Lounge in the Baker University Center.

Paint The Town Green - Ohio University - Homecoming 2026

Forever OHIO

Paint the Town Green 2026: Celebrate Homecoming across campus

August 28, 2026 1 min

Whether you're decorating a residence hall, office or shared space, Paint the Town Green is your chance to celebrate Homecoming, show off your OHIO spirit and help paint campus green and white.

Students walk on the College Green, while international flags are also placed the College Greenon a spring day

Supporting Students

Three years in, JED Campus is changing how OHIO supports student mental health

August 28, 2026 4 min

JED Campus is a partnership with The Jed Foundation that gives colleges a structured way to build a real mental health safety net, through assessment tools, feedback reports and ongoing strategic support.

OHIO Announcements

Update on search for OHIO’s next executive vice president and provost

August 27, 2026 1 min

Ohio University is moving forward in the search for its next executive vice president and provost.

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Faculty Excellence

Ohio University recognizes regional faculty for excellence in teaching, scholarship, service

August 27, 2026 7 min

Ohio University is recognizing two outstanding faculty members from its regional campuses for their dedication to students, excellence in teaching, scholarly activity and service.

OHIO students and a faculty member stand in front of a display case showing some of the Voinovich Archives items

Research Opportunities

Research Scholars create Voinovich Archives display

August 27, 2026 8 min

An archival research project conceived with the help of Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholars has produced an informative exhibit to celebrate the legacy of alumnus George V. Voinovich .

Baker University Center is surrounded by colorful trees on a Fall day

OHIO Community

Ohio University approves policy updates

August 27, 2026 2 min

The Ohio University Executive Staff Policy Committee and President Lori Stewart Gonzalez have given final approval to six policies.

Alumni Leaders

City council member finds practical applications in OHIO’s executive MPA coursework

August 27, 2026 4 min

Sarah Simmons wasted no time applying what she learned while earning an Executive Master of Public Administration degree from OHIO's George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.

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Community Partners

Sugar Bush Foundation awards nearly $390,000 to support Appalachian Ohio partnerships

August 26, 2026 2 min

The Sugar Bush Foundation, a supporting organization of the Ohio University Foundation, distributed $386,266 in funding for seven University-community projects benefiting Appalachian Ohio during the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

OHIO Community

Every improvement matters, every Bobcat benefits: Learn more about digital accessibility

August 26, 2026 3 min

The Seven Core Skills course is available to all Ohio University employees and provides practical guidance for creating more accessible digital content.

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 Announcements

Public course syllabus search now available for Ohio University undergraduate courses

August 21, 2026 2 min

As the Fall Semester begins, Ohio University has launched its new public Course Syllabus search.

University Community

A reminder regarding free expression at Ohio University

August 20, 2026 3 min

Ohio University reaffirms its continued commitment to fostering a thoughtful and expressive campus environment for everyone across our community.

An aerial image of OHIO's Athens Campus that shows the newly renovated Clippinger Hall

OHIO Community

Concur travel booking system update

August 20, 2026 2 min

Ohio University's Concur travel booking experience is being updated in August as part of a change being made by Christopherson Business Travel (CBT), the University's travel management partner (TMC).