News Stories by College

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Ohio University Board of Trustees approves naming of David N. Keck Center for Applied Mathematics

April 17, 2026 3 min

Designed to strengthen Ohio University’s leadership in applied mathematics, the Keck Center will support student success, faculty excellence and innovative research through an integrated framework that includes increased support for undergraduate and graduate students, endowed faculty positions, interdisciplinary collaboration and discretionary funding for emerging initiatives.

Alumni Leaders

Voinovich School Advisory Board service a continuation of Cooper’s OHIO legacy

April 17, 2026 4 min

One of the longest serving members on the Advisory Board for the George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service keeps going to bat for Ohio University, even in retirement.

OHIO Events

OHIO community invited to April 20 lecture on struggle for Black voting rights in 1800s Ohio

April 16, 2026 1 min

All students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to the Central Region Humanities Center Spring Lecture on Monday, April 20.

Faculty Excellence

Gao reimagines materials chemistry with NSF CAREER Award

April 16, 2026 3 min

Dr. Wenyang Gao, assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Ohio University, has received a prestigious CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation’s Division of Materials Research.

Experiential Learning

Jackie O’s celebrate brews made by OHIO students

April 14, 2026 2 min

Jackie O’s Pub & Brewery is excited to announce the release of 3 new student-crafted brews, created in partnership with seniors from OHIO's course “the Art of Craft Brewing: The Athens Case Study.”

Rankings

Several graduate programs named among the top 100 in nation in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings

April 14, 2026 5 min

U.S. News and World Report has ranked numerous Ohio University graduate programs within the College of Business and the College of Health Sciences and Professions among the top 100 in the nation.

Forever OHIO

Alumnus Austin Warehime to deliver keynote address at OHIO Eastern Graduation Recognition Ceremony

April 9, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Eastern will welcome alumnus Austin Warehime as the keynote speaker for its 2026 Graduation Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, April 30.

OHIO Events

OHIO community invited to hear from national experts at April 16-17 Baker Peace Conference

April 7, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s Contemporary History Institute will host the 2026 Baker Peace Conference, themed “The State of American Power,” on April 16–17.

National Leaders

Larry Hayman receives national Gerald Wilson Award for leadership, service in pre law advising

April 7, 2026 3 min

Larry Hayman, Esq., was recognized for more than a decade of leadership at the regional and national levels, as well as his ongoing commitment to access, mentorship and professional collaboration.

OHIO Announcements

Dr. Beth Quitslund named vice provost for faculty affairs

April 3, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Donald J. Leo has named Dr. Beth Quitslund as OHIO’s vice provost for faculty affairs, effective May 26, 2026.

Cherry blossoms frame a photo of the Convocation Center

Giving Day

One Day, One OHIO: Celebrate OHIO Giving Day 2026 on April 8 and donate to move OHIO forward

April 1, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s seventh annual Giving Day will take place April 8, 2026, engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University to take part in giving to causes they feel most passionate about supporting.

A group of students attending a Pre-law day panel

University Community

Ohio University’s two-day Pre Law Day connects students with legal alumni, celebrates launch of new pre-law mentorship program

April 1, 2026 5 min

The Center for Law, Justice & Culture brought together 150 students and 24 alumni for its annual Pre-Law Day, offering valuable industry insight while celebrating the launch of the CLJC Pre-Law Mentorship Program.

Sonya Pfeiffer speaks to an auditorium on Pre-Law Day 2026

University Community

Building a future in the law: Event explores bias through the ‘Staircase’ trial

March 31, 2026 5 min

Pre-Law Day featured Sonya Pfeiffer (BSJ, ’95) and David Rudolf speaking to students and community members about cognitive bias and their experience as defense attorneys.

Individuals dance together while music plays and one person wears a costume

Student Experiences

OHIO social work students dive into Costa Rican culture, community service

March 30, 2026 5 min

A group of social work and interdisciplinary students from the Athens and regional campuses participated in a cultural immersion and service-learning experience in Costa Rica during Spring Break 2026.

Students listening to a talk about infrastructure in historic Dublin, OH.