College of Business Stories

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OHIO Events

OHIO hosting information sessions for J'COB College Experience Summer Program

March 5, 2026 2 min

The J'COB College Experience Summer Program at Ohio University (July 18-25, 2026) on the Athens Campus is an exceptional leadership development opportunity for students.
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Faculty Experts

Sports betting surges during 2026 Winter Olympics, OHIO expert believes 2028 Summer Games will see more wagers

March 4, 2026 5 min

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina drew the largest U.S. audience for a Winter Games in more than a decade. Ohio University Professor and sports betting expert Jim Strode believes that increased wagers on Olympic events may be a contributor to this surge in viewership.
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Student Opportunities

OHIO students race to the finish line in 'Amazing Race' event

March 4, 2026 6 min

The Walter Center for Strategic Leadership hosted the Leader Games Challenge on Feb. 13, transforming part of Ohio University into an action-packed competition inspired by “The Amazing Race.”
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Student Success

College of Business and LAIOB celebrate 10 years of partnership, student success

March 3, 2026 3 min

The goal was to create an executive education experience that would open global opportunities for international professionals and strengthen the connection between Brazil and the United States.
Caden Mayle
Community Impact

Efforts to promote prehistoric earthworks in region continue with OHIO research

March 3, 2026 5 min

The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks in Ohio gained recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2023,
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Venture Capital & Entrepreneurship

Regional investing fund provides new opportunities for students

February 28, 2026 5 min

Three OHIO students were awarded prestigious fellowships through the Appalachian Emerging Investors Fund.
Debbie Antonelli
Alumni Leaders

Debbie Antonelli named OHIO’s 2026 Charles R. Higgins Distinguished Alumnus

February 26, 2026 4 min

Debbie Antonelli, a nationally respected men’s and women’s college basketball analyst for ESPN and CBS, will be honored during OHIO’s Sports Administration Symposium in May at Ohio University.
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Student awards

Three OHIO students win cybersecurity fellowship

February 23, 2026 3 min

Three students were honored by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association with a year-long fellowship that includes professional accreditation and a scholarship.
AI Symposium
Rankings

Ohio University’s Online MBA in Artificial Intelligence ranked 11th nationally

February 23, 2026 3 min

OHIO's Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Artificial Intelligence has been ranked 11th in the nation in the 2026 Best Online MBA in Artificial Intelligence rankings by MastersInAI.org.
Carly Leatherwood
OHIO Community

Leatherwood selected to join Leadership Ohio’s distinguished Class of 2026 fellows

February 20, 2026 3 min

Carly Leatherwood, who serves as Chief of Staff to OHIO President Dr. Lori Stewart Gonzalez, has more than 25 years of communications and marketing experience and possesses a strong background in public service.

Professor Michael Schor
OHIO Community

Honoring a life of impact: Professor Michael Schor

February 18, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Eastern is honoring the life and legacy of Professor Michael “Mike” Schor, whose dedication to students and commitment to higher education left a lasting imprint across the University.
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OHIO Announcements

Jackie Rees Ulmer to step down as College of Business dean, Katie Hartman to serve as interim dean

February 17, 2026 2 min

Jackie Rees Ulmer will step down as dean of Ohio University’s College of Business in June 2026 after 5 ½ years in the role and return to teaching.

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Student Opportunities

From the Netherlands to OHIO: A global partnership in leadership

February 16, 2026 5 min

Dutch culture and Bobcat spirit were showcased at a fun and educational event made possible by the partnership between OHIO's Walter Center for Strategic Leadership and the University of Groningen.
The winners of the Eco Challenge, along with advisors, hold trophies while standing on stage at the Eco Challenge, and a 1st Place graphic is shown behind them
Student Success

OHIO students come up with innovative ideas in annual Eco Challenge

February 4, 2026 4 min

The Eco Challenge offers students a unique experiential learning opportunity, allowing participants to be active problem-solvers in their community.

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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

January 29, 2026 5 min

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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