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OHIO professor Robin Muhammad researches global history of shipyard workers in virtual workshop

August 11, 2020 3 min

Professor of African American studies Robin Muhammad has been collaborating with scholars, historians, sociologists and economists to research shipyard labor, technology and policy.

MBA capstone adapted quickly to COVID-19 challenges

August 10, 2020 5 min

While Ohio University’s MBA program always includes a four-week-long capstone project at the program’s conclusion, this year’s version looked a little different due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Human Resources reminds employees about furlough day process

August 10, 2020 1 min

University Human Resources reminds all faculty and staff that all furlough days–including mandatory furlough days–should be scheduled and recorded in the appropriate system.

Ohio University and OhioHealth partner to provide access to expanded services during pandemic

August 10, 2020 2 min

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ohio University has executed a letter of intent with OhioHealth to provide ancillary services for students, faculty and staff across campuses.

Ohio University named state’s best online college

August 10, 2020 2 min

Ohio University has been ranked as the best online college in Ohio for its broad range of affordable online options and extensive partnerships with community colleges in several states.

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Gillian Ice appointed OHIO special assistant for public health operations

August 8, 2020 4 min

Dr. Gillian Ice, a professor of social medicine at the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, has been appointed special assistant to the president for public health operations at Ohio University.

OIT shares updates and improvements to technology and learning resources for fall

August 7, 2020 5 min

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) is committed to ensuring that OHIO faculty have the technology and tools they need for a successful fall semester.  

Ohio University to honor life of President Emeritus Vernon R. Alden through virtual memorial service

August 7, 2020 2 min

During a special virtual memorial service on Thursday, August 13, at noon EDT, the Ohio University community will celebrate the life and legacy of President Emeritus Vernon R. Alden.

Human Resources announces new online appointment scheduling tool

August 7, 2020 1 min

All appointments, including same-day options, may be scheduled using the online scheduling tool or by contacting the Employee Service Center.

The Chemistry Building under construction.

New Chemistry Building will bring labs out into the open

August 5, 2020 4 min

The Chemistry Building under construction between Clippinger Laboratories and Emeriti Park is creating a new look for South Green with its walls of windows.

OHIO professor Wyatt earns pair of national fellowships

August 5, 2020 6 min

Dr. Sarah Wyatt, an internationally respected researcher in the field of plant gravity biology, was named a Fellow of two national organizations.

Ohio University provides one-time grant funding to help students get connected

August 4, 2020 2 min

Ohio University has announced the new “OHIO Get Connected Grant,” a one-time, $750 award to help meet technology needs for all full-time, first-year, degree-seeking students.

University Human Resources announces retirement vendor transition

August 3, 2020 5 min

Ohio University will make a change to its retirement plan vendor options for participants in the ARP, 403(b) and 457(b) plans effective November 1, 2020.

OHIO aviation student Garrett Carbullido Negley named Gates Scholar

August 3, 2020 2 min

OHIO student Garrett Carbullido Negley has been selected as a 2020 Gates Scholar, a prestigious scholarship for outstanding minority high school seniors who meet federal Pell Grant eligibility.

University announces new purchasing guidance for personal protective equipment

July 31, 2020 4 min

Effective immediately, all planning unit requests for COVID-19 PPE supplies must be requested through the unit's approved point person.

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