College of Arts and Sciences Stories

A group of Ohio University students, dressed in masks, gloves and protective hair nets, work to restore historical documents damaged by water and mold.

From classroom to community: Ohio history gets a helping hand from students

Ohio University students are reviving the past. Led by Associate Professor of Anthropology Nancy Tatarek, Ph.D., the students are hard at work preserving the history of southeastern Ohio.

Ohio University was established in 1804 on the banks of the Hocking River, reengineered in the 1970s to wrap around campus and reduce flooding.

Ohio University Alumni Association proudly welcomes four new Board members

The proud Bobcats who have been named to the Ohio University Alumni Association Board of Directors are Huey Ball, Kim Barlag, Bob Brewster and Dr. Andrew Razzano.

Dr. Tad Malinski, Distinguished Professor

University Community Mourns Distinguished Professor of Chemistry Tadeusz Malinski

The Ohio University community mourns the passing of Distinguished Professor of Chemistry Tadeusz Malinski, twice nominated for the Nobel Prize.

The cherry blossom trees along the Hocking river on Ohio University's Athens campus

University partnership inspired Chubu alum to return, introduce his wife to OHIO

Akihisa Hamabuchi is one of the few OHIO alumni who carry degrees from both OHIO and Chubu universities. He and his wife Yukie describe their memories of their time together at the University.

People congregating under blooming cherry trees near the bike path on the Athens campus

Celebrating 50 years of cross-cultural exchange between OHIO and Chubu University

OHIO’s 50-year partnership with Chubu stands as a shining example of academic collaboration and mutual growth, setting the stage for continued cross-cultural understanding and the enrichment of both.

Sabrina Curran, Ph.D., examines fossil replicas of early humans and primates in front of her Introduction to Biological Anthropology class on Sept. 28, 2023.

OHIO students get hands-on experience with fossil replicas

More than 300 bone and fossil replicas, ranging from gorilla skulls to rare ones like the hominin “Lucy,” are available to sociology and anthropology students thanks to a recent funding award.

A photo of the College Green on a fall day

Four OHIO faculty participating as Leadership Fellows in the 2023-24 MAC ALDP

Four Ohio University faculty are currently serving as 2023-2024 Mid-American Conference (MAC) Academic Leadership Development Program (ADLP) Leadership Fellows.

Logo for celebrating 15 years of Science Cafe at Ohio University

Science Café to discuss "The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Expanding Universe" with Dr. Hee-Jong Seo on Nov. 15

OHIO's next Science Café will feature Dr. Hee-Jong Seo and provide insight into "The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Expanding Universe" on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 5 p.m. in the Front Room Coffeehouse on the fourth floor of Baker University Center.

Native American Heritage Month

Ohio University to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with events, programming

Join the Division of Diversity and Inclusion in celebrating Native American Heritage Month with events and programming throughout the month of November.

Andrew Wilkins

OHIO community invited to Menard Family George Washington Forum Nov. 7 event: ‘The Science of Man’ and the Problems of the Wealth of Nations: History and Philosophy in the Scottish Enlightenment

The Menard Family George Washington Forum will host Andrew Wilkins on Nov. 7, at 6 p.m. in Baker University Center 240. This event is free and open to the public.

The Ohio University sundial

Students from five colleges admitted to Certificate in Law, Justice & Culture program

The Center for Law, Justice & Culture announced its next cohort of Ohio University students that have been admitted to the undergraduate Certificate in Law, Justice & Culture program.

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Deb Benton named associate provost for student success technology strategy

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Elizabeth Sayrs has named Deb Benton as associate provost for student success technology strategy.

View of South Green at sunset. 

OHIO advisors honored with Chapman-Clapp Outstanding Advisor Award

Ohio University recently recognized excellent advisors with the Chapman Clapp Outstanding Advisor Award for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 academic years.

pre-law students pose for photo in courtroom

Pre-law fraternity tours regional law schools

The Ohio University chapter of Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity sent 18 students on its annual law school trip visiting four law schools on Oct. 13-14.

The Inauguration and Investiture of Dr. Lori Stewart Gonzalez - 23rd President of Ohio University

Ohio University gears up for the historic Investiture of President Lori Stewart Gonzalez

All OHIO students, faculty, staff alumni and friends are invited to join the University at any and all events as it recognizes its historic past, embraces its present and looks forward to a bright future under the leadership of President Gonzalez.

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