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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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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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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.

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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.

OHIO Community

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) reminder for OHIO employees

August 7, 2026 1 min

OHIO's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is provided exclusively through AllOne Health and offers confidential support and resources for employees and members of their household 24 hours a day.

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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.

OHIO Events

OHIO faculty invited to CTLA Fall Kickoff event on Sept. 4

August 7, 2026 2 min

The Center for Teaching, Learning and Assessment (CTLA) Fall Kickoff event will explore practical, research-based strategies for teaching in today’s evolving learning landscape.

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.

OHIO Community

OHIO to host reception for Vice President Lyn Redington on Aug. 10

August 6, 2026 1 min

Ohio University will host a reception for Vice President of Student Affairs Lyn Redington on Monday, Aug. 10.

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Teaching Excellence

OHIO faculty invited to register for Ramp Up to Instruction sessions

August 6, 2026 1 min

Before each fall semester, Ramp Up to Instruction offers Ohio University faculty dedicated time to enhance upcoming courses.

Alumni Leaders

McCament continues history of service to OHIO with membership on Voinovich School Advisory Board

August 6, 2026 4 min

Benny McCament parlayed a Master of Science in Environmental Studies degree from OHIO into a successful career with the state and now a leadership role with a key federal advocacy group on mining issues.

Dedicated Faculty

MPA Professor Holly Raffle finds reward in community prevention efforts, watching OHIO students advance healthy initiatives

August 6, 2026 6 min

Dr. Holly Raffle came back to OHIO for what she thought was going to be a year and never left – much to the benefit of community prevention programs and the students she has mentored over the years.

Ohio University Press

Ohio University Press receives gift to support global scholarship in African Studies

August 6, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Press is pleased to announce a generous gift from Steve Howard, OHIO director emeritus of African Studies, to support the publication of scholarship in African studies.

Career Services

OHIO Online launches new virtual Career Hub

August 5, 2026 4 min

OHIO Online’s Career Services recently launched the Career Hub – a new, virtual space in Canvas for online students to explore career support offerings.

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Community Partners

Sugar Bush Foundation to host Community and University Idea Sharing Event ahead of 2027–2028 funding cycle

August 4, 2026 2 min

The Sugar Bush Foundation will host a Community and University Idea Sharing event on Friday, Aug. 28, ahead of opening its 2027–2028 funding cycle.

University Community

What you need to know about securely destroying data

OHIO Business Service Center honors employees

Ohio University Libraries announces second year of Zero Cost Textbook Program

Registration now open for Faculty as Mentors certification program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) reminder for OHIO employees

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

OHIO faculty invited to CTLA Fall Kickoff event on Sept. 4

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

OHIO to host reception for Vice President Lyn Redington on Aug. 10

OHIO faculty invited to register for Ramp Up to Instruction sessions

McCament continues history of service to OHIO with membership on Voinovich School Advisory Board

MPA Professor Holly Raffle finds reward in community prevention efforts, watching OHIO students advance healthy initiatives

Ohio University Press receives gift to support global scholarship in African Studies

OHIO Online launches new virtual Career Hub

Sugar Bush Foundation to host Community and University Idea Sharing Event ahead of 2027–2028 funding cycle