College of Arts and Sciences Stories

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Faculty Experts

How AI slop impacts our media landscape: OHIO AI faculty experts explain

If you’ve been on social media or the internet in the past year, you’ve likely encountered “AI slop.” Three AI-focused OHIO faculty experts explain the phenomenon and its impact on our media landscape.

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Faculty Experts

Heat domes, atmospheric rivers and omega blocks: Explaining what these and other weather terms mean

OHIO expert Dr. Ryan Fogt provides brief and easy-to-understand explanations of a wide range of weather terms you may not be sure about, while also discussing other questions we had about the weather.

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Faculty Experts

How will an El Niño affect our weather this year?

Ohio University expert Dr. Ryan Fogt explains what an El Niño is and what changes it could bring to our weather this year, as well as how it could affect weather patterns around the globe.

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Faculty Experts

OHIO faculty show how physics can be fun at COSI Science Day

Two Ohio University physics professors turned beach balls, smoke machines, and ping-pong ball launchers into family-friendly science demonstrations at the Center of Science and Industry’s Science Day.

Chloe Christen
Student Success

Voinovich Scholar Chloe Christen recognized for research work

Ohio University senior Chloe Christen’s work as a Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholar translated into success at the recent meeting of the Mid-Continent Regional Science Association.

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Faculty Experts

Cooling crisis: Scorching temperatures and rising energy costs leave Americans feeling burned

The challenge of staying cool and safe during this summer's historic heat wave has been especially burdensome as cooling costs are expected to hit a record high. Many will rely on air conditioning even more than usual during this record heat, but the financial strain of paying more than ever for the electricity to power these appliances has left many Americans sweating it out.

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Travel and gas

How higher fuel prices and tight household budgets could reshape this summer’s travel season

To drive or fly or stay nearby? These are the questions travelers may be asking this year as fuel prices remain high. Economics expert Dan Karney weighs in on the impact of fuel prices on travel plans.

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Geology Career Paths & Preparation

How a master's in Geological Sciences turns field data into career opportunities

Explore geology career paths in environmental consulting, resource management, and government. See how OHIO’s online M.S. builds field, GIS, data, and writing skills.

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Legal education

Hayman named to OSBA Board as CLJC receives grant support

Larry Hayman, Esq., director of legal engagement and the Pre-Law Program at Ohio University, has been appointed to serve on the Ohio State Bar Association’s Board of Governors for the 2026-2029 term.

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Spectrometer Unveiling

Ohio University unveils powerful new 600 MHz NMR spectrometer, expanding research opportunities for faculty and students

A new high-tech spectrometer is helping Ohio University researchers see the unseen. By revealing molecular structures with extraordinary precision, the instrument is poised to accelerate discoveries in fields ranging from medicine and drug development to advanced materials and chemical research.

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Student Success

Office of Student Success and Academic Innovation names Kasey Daniel executive director for University Advising

The executive director will play a key role in advancing a coordinated, student-centered advising model that helps students navigate academic requirements, connect with resources and build clear pathways to graduation.

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Alumni Leaders

OHIO's Sociology and Anthropology Department presents Community Partner Award to Shawn Stover

Shawn Stover, who earned his bachelor’s degree in social work and psychology from OHIO in 1989, serves as the coordinator for the Athens County Reentry Program.

Connor Gaugler
Student Trustee

Governor DeWine appoints Connor Gaugler as new student trustee to OHIO Board of Trustees

Ohio Governor Mike Dewine recently appointed a new student member to the Ohio University Board of Trustees. Connor Gaugler was named a student trustee on April 3, 2026.

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Community Impact

Telling Our Story: OHIO Southern students help document the African American experience in Appalachia

Faculty and students at Ohio University Southern are documenting the African American experience across the tri-state region, as part of a nine-county Appalachian heritage initiative.

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OHIO News

Ohio University shares update on proposed plans to restructure select academic programs in compliance with the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act

These program mergers will ensure compliance with the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act (AOHEA) low degree conferral protocols.

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