College of Business Stories

Paula Tolliver poses for a photo with a friend, while they stand near green and white balloons at the 2024 Alumni Awards Gala
Forever OHIO

Let your voice be heard! Make nominations for 2025 Alumni Awards

The Ohio University Alumni Association (OUAA) is calling for your nominations of deserving graduates for the 2025 Alumni Awards.

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NFL and Sports Betting

Sports betting and the NFL: Why the league embraced gambling and what’s next

Until very recently, professional sports leagues distanced themselves from betting of any kind. This year, bettors will wager an estimated $35 billion on NFL games. OHIO Professor and sports betting expert Dr. Jim Strode explains why.

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University Updates

OHIO leaders share answers to community questions from Nov. 4 ‘University Updates’

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez hosted the second “University Updates” event of the academic year on Monday, Nov. 4.

OHIO students walk on the College Green during an ice cream social in the spring
OHIO Leaders

Ohio University recognized as state’s top ‘Green School’ by Princeton Review for 2025

OHIO is ranked among the Top 50 Green Schools nationally, showcasing its commitment to sustainability practices, outstanding academic programs and healthy quality of life.

An interior shot of the Schey Sales Centre building. The words "SCHEY." are in big letters on the wall.
Sales Education

Preparing for success in sales and beyond

How the No. 1-ranked Schey Sales Centre equips students with hands-on skills, career preparation and a competitive edge in sales or any field.

From left to right, various student vendor booths set up in the Ohio University CoLab for the Global Entrepreneurship StartUp Market
Ohio Events

Ready, Set, Startup

The Global Entrepreneurship Startup Market will feature more than 32 student vendors.

A group of faculty standing together, including Luisa Vilela de Souza Fauri, LAIOB's CEO and Janna Chimeli, the program director.
Executive Education

LAIOB partnership celebrates 3,000 graduates

Bringing Brazilian executives to OHIO’s campus for advanced business education, the immersive program provides hands-on learning and cultural exchange.

Dysart Woods, old growth forest, Allegheny Plateau, Belmont County, outdoor laboratory, National Natural Landmark
Sustainability

Sustainability accounting: Using accounting to better society

When most people think of accountants they think measuring financial impact, but recently their skills are also being applied to sustainability—measuring environmental impact, social impact, emissions, employee well-being, energy usage and more.

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Faculty Excellence

Faculty Experts Roundup

OHIO faculty celebrate publications, presentations and research achievements.

Hadiya Ray, seated on the floor with journals spread out in front of her
Music Interviews

A ray of musical greatness

How this senior HTC business major overcame obstacles to produce and promote an album--with a little help from her Bobcat community.

A mural on the side of Copeland Hall.
Experiential Learning

School of Accountancy utilizes unique active learning approach, bridges career and education

For School of Accountancy Director Dr. David Stott, accounting is the bedrock of nearly every industry. This holds true for OHIO accounting graduates who have a job placement rate north of 98 percent.

Four women sit on stage for a panel event
Women in Entrepreneurship

Inspiring the next generation of innovators

The entrepreneur alumni panel event at OHIO’s Women in Entrepreneurship Week inspired and connected aspiring entrepreneurs by showcasing the success stories of alumni and fostering collaboration.

Dimple Dhabalia gives her presentation at the Raymond A. Lancaster Executive Leadership Speaker Series.
OHIO Events

Dimple Dhabalia illuminates the power of 'Widening Your Window’ at Lancaster Speaker Series event

Dimple Dhabalia, author of “Tell Me My Story,” and founder of Roots in the Clouds, captivated her audience at the fourth annual Raymond A. Lancaster Executive Leadership Speaker Series.

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Sports

Changing the field: How digital content is revolutionizing sports

Digital content is changing the sports industry. OHIO is preparing students to change with it.

 Dean Jackie Rees Ulmer and Patrick Kelley
Forever OHIO

Patrick Kelley granted the 2024 Emerging Leaders Alumni of the Year Award

Patrick Kelley’s journey is a testament to his commitment to excellence, leadership and community, making him a true embodiment of what it means to be a Bobcat.

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