College of Arts and Sciences Stories

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Student success

Actuarily Speaking: Three mathematics students named 2025 semi-finalists in national competition

Ohio University’s Actuarial Science team was named one of 19 semifinalists out of 68 entries in the Society of Actuaries Research Institute’s 2025 Student Research Case Study Challenge.

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Student Research

OHIO students awarded Provost Undergraduate Research Funds

The Provost Undergraduate Research Fund award program provided 29 students with a total of $36,359 in funding for their original research, scholarship and creative work during the fall semester.

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Rankings

U.S. News ranks OHIO Online Bachelor’s programs in national top 30; Veteran and other programs among Ohio’s best

Ohio University’s Online Bachelor’s programs ranked overall among the nation’s best in the latest U.S. News & World Report “Best Online Programs,” placing 29th nationally and third in Ohio.

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Snow on campus

Forever...frozen?

See how students made the most of the latest winter storm, and hear from our faculty expert about what made this one for the ages.

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Faculty Awards

Research Division announces awardees for 2025-26 OURC/Baker Fund fall cycle

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

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Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO’s 2025 Newsmakers wrapped: A look back on faculty in the media in 2025

In a year marked by technological change, innovations in science and renewed curiosity about our past and future, faculty emerged as essential voices helping audiences make sense of the world.

Linda Bailiff
Alumni Leaders

After 40 years of public service, Linda Bailiff reflects on her OHIO roots

Linda Bailiff, who recently celebrated her retirement from the Ohio Public Works Commission, remembers her time at Ohio University as the starting point to her successful career.

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National Recognitions

Ohio University receives 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

The CE Classification represents the leading framework for institutional assessment and recognition of community engagement in U.S. higher education. Awarded following a rigorous self-study process, this classification has recognized outstanding community engagement for 19 years.

Kimberly Pratt
Research Excellence

Kimberly Pratt named director of OHIO’s Office of Research Development

Ohio University’s Division of Research and Creative Activity is pleased to announce that Kimberly (Baker) Pratt has been promoted to director of the Office of Research Development.

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Best of 2025

2025: A look back

Explore some of OHIO Today's top stories from last year, featuring faculty insight and achievement, University milestones and memorable images from Athens and beyond.

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Master's in English

What careers can you have with a Master’s in English?

A master’s in English opens doors to careers in education, content creation, marketing, research, and more. Learn how advanced communication skills shape meaningful work.

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Student Success

OHIO announces fall semester 2025 student academic achievement lists

Ohio University is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of every student who has qualified for the President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for fall semester 2025.

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Milestones

(Snow)caps and gowns

OHIO celebrated Fall Commencement under a wintry sky, as loved ones gathered to cheer for our newest batch of Bobcat alumni.

Jean-Gabriel Shepherd
Alumni Success

Ohio University alumnus Jean-Gabriel Shepherd finds his path in public service, cybersecurity

A 2010 graduate of Ohio University with a bachelor of arts in geography, Jean-Gabriel Shepherd has built a career blending technical expertise, compassion, and an appreciation for learning and teaching.

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Mock Trial

Verdict: First Place for OHIO Mock Trial at SUNY-Buffalo Invitational

Ohio University Mock Trial Team competed successfully in November's “Buffalo Bullpen” Mock Trial Invitational Competition.

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