College of Business Stories

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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.

Newspaper
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.

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Rankings

OHIO's online MBA secures spot in top 50 nationwide for 2026 by Poets&Quants

Ohio University's online MBA program remains a highly regarded choice for aspiring business leaders, continuing to earn recognition among the top 50 online MBA programs in the nation by Poets&Quants.

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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.

Winter 2025 newsmakers
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's December 2025 Newsmakers

Rebecca Dingus, Jacob Hiler and Laeeq Khan were named OHIO's December 2025 Newsmakers.

Ellis Hall is surrounded by colorful trees while snow falls on OHIO's College Green
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.

Green and white streamers explode over the 2025 fall Commencement ceremony
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.

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Streaming

What Netflix’s bid for Warner Bros. could mean for Hollywood and consumers

Netflix’s potential bid for Warner Bros. has ignited fears about consolidation, creativity and the future of Hollywood. College of Business expert Jacob Hiler talks on how the deal may fundamentally reshape the industry and the impacts and motivations you may not be thinking about.

Winter 2025
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's November 2025 Newsmakers

Ohio University recognized Lawrence Witmer and Jim Strode as November 2025 Faculty Newsmakers.

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Esports

Beyond the game: redefining esports careers

As digital entertainment surges worldwide, esports has rapidly become one of the most dynamic career landscapes.

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National Leaders

OHIO students gain lasting lessons from James Clear’s ‘Atomic Habits’ event

New York Times bestselling author James Clear visited Ohio University on Oct. 1 for the fifth annual Raymond A. Lancaster Executive Leadership Speaker Series.

Nancy Shukri delivers the keynote address at the event in Malaysia
Alumni Leaders

Malaysian alumni engage, energize, elevate across the globe

The Ohio University Alumni Association Malaysia Chapter successfully delivered the Women Power 2025 Seminar, which attracted powerful speakers who engaged the audience with their insightful ideas and experiences.

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Community Support

OHIO’s Cats’ Cupboard Food Pantry remains available to students and employees impacted by pause in SNAP benefits during federal government shutdown

A reminder that OHIO students and employees may visit Cats’ Cupboard food pantry, with locations in Athens and across our regional campuses, for fresh, frozen and shelf-stable food options. Pantry donations are also being accepted.

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