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Playing to a sold-out crowd: OHIO students, musicians share the stage with the Indigo Girls

May 13, 2024 5 min

Not many can say they've performed with Grammy Award-winning musicians, however, several OHIO students and faculty can add that accomplishment to their resumes after their March performance with the Indigo Girls. This concert was just one of many that have allowed for students to gain experience working alongside professional artists.

OHIO Alumni look over a photo at the 2022 Black Alumni Reunion

Alumni Events

OHIO’s Black Alumni Reunion 2025 planning committees announce dates, share guiding principles and goals

May 13, 2024 4 min

Ohio University’s Black Alumni Reunion (BAR) will return to the Athens Campus in spring 2025.

Celebration of Life event for Joel Rudy set for May 18 in Athens

May 10, 2024 1 min

The Ohio University community is welcome to a Celebration of Life gathering for Joel Rudy Saturday, May 18, at 2 p.m. at the Ohio University Inn and Conference Center.

OHIO Southern to host annual Culture and Heritage Festival

May 10, 2024 3 min

OHIO Southern will host the annual Culture and Heritage Festival, serving as a prelude to the Juneteenth holiday, with a lineup of events celebrating the diverse history and cultures of Appalachia.

Ohio University leadership recommends work schedule flexibility for summer season

May 10, 2024 2 min

As we move into the University’s summer season between Spring and Fall semesters, division leaders and managers are encouraged to allow additional flexibility in work schedules.

The sun rises behind a lush green hill and tree, with the Scripps Hall in the background

Department of Labor announces changes to Fair Labor Standards Act salary thresholds for overtime exemption

May 10, 2024 3 min

The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) has released a final rule that will raise the salary threshold for overtime exemption for executive, administrative and professional employees.

A child stands next to a police dog and a law enforcement officer at Kids and Cops Day

Kids and Cops Day set for May 18 at OHIO Lancaster

May 10, 2024 2 min

This family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on the Ohio University Lancaster Campus.

Dr. Sarah Wyatt and John Sabraw named Ohio University’s Distinguished Professors

May 9, 2024 4 min

The Distinguished Professor Award is the highest distinction for OHIO faculty members and was presented to Wyatt and Sabraw in recognition of their outstanding scholarly and creative accomplishments.

Four Ohio University students awarded prestigious 2024 Goldwater Scholarship

May 9, 2024 4 min

Four outstanding OHIO students have been named winners of the 2024 Goldwater Scholarship, the premier undergraduate scholarship in mathematics, engineering and the natural sciences in the nation.

Mediation training offered to students, faculty staff

May 8, 2024 1 min

Athens Area Mediation Service is offering free mediation training to all Ohio University students, faculty and staff in May and June.

Research Division announces awardees for the 2023-24 OURC/Baker Fund spring cycle

May 8, 2024 2 min

The OURC/Baker Fund program provides support for research, scholarship and creative activity at Ohio University.

Commencement

Ohio University celebrates the Class of 2024

May 8, 2024 5 min

More than 3,400 graduates reflected on their unique academic journey, and the bright future that lies ahead, before turning their tassels to officially become Bobcat alumni during OHIO's 2024 Spring Commencement Ceremonies.

Student Success

Double the achievement: Betts sisters shine bright as outstanding students at OHIO Eastern

May 8, 2024 3 min

Alyssa and Sierra Betts graduated with honors and received outstanding student awards. Their journey through college was marked by dedication, passion and a deep commitment to their fields and community.

An education student teaches a STEM Lesson

Future teachers learn project-based skills through STEM partnership

May 7, 2024 5 min

The Chillicothe City School District and Ohio University Chillicothe have joined forces to enhance STEM education opportunities for students through a mutually beneficial partnership.

Music Industry Summit

POV: You're a Bobcat at the Music Industry Summit

May 6, 2024 3 min

Educating the entertainment industry's future leaders.

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