University Community

Hocking Hills Garment Center worker
Regional manufacturing

Made in the USA: Stitching Together a Manufacturing Revival

April 23, 2026 8 min

Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service develops award-winning, research-based solutions to challenges facing communities, the economy and the environment. The goal: give business and community leaders the resources they need to advance economic development, improve infrastructure, solve environmental problems and improve the health and overall well-being of everyone in Ohio. In a single year, the school served more than 9,000 businesses, forged 13 state agency partnerships and advanced over 220 community projects across Ohio. What follows is one such effort.
Brandon Petrie stands next to Rufus the mascot and another OHIO student and next to a Russ College of Engineering and Technology booth
Student Spotlight

Expanding circuits

April 23, 2026 5 min

How engineering major Brandon Petrie shares his enthusiasm for invention and technology through outreach to local students.

Colorful blooms on trees are shown on a sunny day with blue skies in the background
Forever OHIO

Bloom times

April 23, 2026 3 min

OHIO's scenic Athens campus was awash in spectacular colors as students enjoyed warm days outside and made memories that will last forever.
OHIO and Kokosing officials stand together for the ribbon cutting ceremony at the Kokosing Teaching Laboratory
Student Opportunities

Ohio University celebrates grand opening of Kokosing Teaching Laboratory

April 23, 2026 3 min

The one-of-a-kind facility will provide Ohio University students with new opportunities to work and learn together on real-world construction projects.
Athens campus
OHIO Community

Memorial service for Marjorie Hagerman to be held in August

April 22, 2026 1 min

The Ohio University community is invited to a memorial service for Marjorie Hagerman on Sunday, Aug. 16 in Athens.
Baker University Center and the pond in front of it. The pond shows a reflection of the building
Outstanding Employees

OHIO to honor administrative employees at May 5 ceremony

April 22, 2026 4 min

All OHIO community members are invited to the event, which will recognize the winners of the Outstanding Administrator Awards and celebrate administrative staff members who have reached significant service milestones.

Several faculty awards are displayed on a table, including awards for Pamela Kaylor, Sarah Wyatt and Adam Rapp
Faculty Excellence

OHIO honors faculty for outstanding teaching, research, commitment to student success

April 22, 2026 9 min

The 2026 Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony celebrated the winners of numerous prestigious awards including the Presidential Teacher Award, Provost’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and University Professor Award.
Photo of 3 people standing next to a sign at the entrance of Dysart Woods: Marshall Dyer, Sophia Withrow, Kiara Triplett
Community Events

Learning beyond the classroom: Rural Teacher Corps plans Family Hike at Dysart Woods

April 22, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Eastern’s Rural Teacher Corps is bringing experiential learning into the community through a Family Hike at Dysart Woods on May 3.

Brianna Merkel
Preparing For Careers

From classroom to critical care: Nursing student prepares for career in emergency medicine

April 21, 2026 3 min

Through clinical experience and faculty support, Brianna Merkel developed the skills and confidence needed for patient care, reflecting the strength of Ohio University Eastern’s nursing program.
Ava Wood
Student Leaders

Ohio University student Ava Wood receives statewide Charles J. Ping Student Service Award

April 21, 2026 3 min

This statewide honor recognizes outstanding undergraduate leadership in community service and civic engagement.
DeQuindre Hughes
Education Faculty

Last Word with DeQuindre Hughes

April 21, 2026 6 min

A recent addition to OHIO’s Department of Counseling and Higher Education faculty brings an invigorating perspective to the classroom to teach the next generation of counselors.

Riya Jacob receives the Rudy Leadership Award at the Leadership Awards Ceremony in the Baker University Center Ballroom
Student Leaders

43rd Annual Leadership Awards continue tradition of spotlighting student initiative

April 21, 2026 2 min

Ohio University honored student leaders and outstanding student organizations during the 43rd Annual Leadership Awards ceremony on April 9, 2026, in the Baker University Center Ballroom. 

Spring flowers on College Green
University Updates

OHIO leaders discuss Dynamic Strategy progress, share overview of University operating budget and more during April 9 ‘University Updates’

April 21, 2026 4 min

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez hosted the fifth and final “University Updates” event of the academic year on Thursday, April 9.
Jasmine Lastery-Butler
Alumni Leaders

Lastery-Butler promotes career pathways as Voinovich School Advisory Board member

April 21, 2026 6 min

Jasmine Lastery-Butler credits her time spent at Ohio University with setting her on the path to a top job in U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown’s office. She wants to now help current students reach their career goals.
William Smith
Student Success

From inspiration to impact: Preparing to lead the next generation

April 17, 2026 4 min

Inspired by a family of educators and strengthened through hands-on classroom experiences, William Smith is preparing to begin his teaching career in Belmont County.

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