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How one professor’s influencer marketing course is shedding light on the realities of becoming an influencer

May 6, 2026 8 min

Do you want to be an influencer? As appealing as some people make it look, there's a lot more that goes on behind the scenes to build a brand into a business. College of Business Professor Jacob Hiler explains how his influencer marketing course is preparing students to work as or with content creators.

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OHIO Commencement

Caps, gowns and confetti: Spring Commencement 2026

May 6, 2026 4 min

Ohio University honored the graduates of the Class of 2026 on May 1 and 2 for all they have accomplished, while also giving them advice as they begin the next steps in their journeys.

OHIO Events

OHIO’s College of Business to host 2026 Midwest Association for Information Systems Conference

May 6, 2026 3 min

The Midwest Association for Information Systems Conference is the premier information systems event in the Midwest and will bring together a vibrant community of academics, researchers, practitioners and students who are passionate about exploring the intersection of technology and business.

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OHIO Announcements

OHIO faculty invited to apply to Human-first AI Initiative Faculty Fellows program

May 4, 2026 2 min

Faculty interested in supporting and leading OHIO's Human-First artificial intelligence initiative are invited to apply for the 2026-27 cohort of faculty fellows.

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Faculty Excellence

Registration now open for Faculty as Mentors program

April 30, 2026 2 min

The Faculty as Mentors: Reimagining Learning at OHIO program was developed by faculty for faculty.

Student Success

OHIO Zanesville student speakers reflect on growth, community ahead of Graduation Recognition Ceremony

April 30, 2026 5 min

As Ohio University Zanesville prepares to celebrate its Spring 2026 graduates, two student speakers will take the stage to share their stories, reflect on their journeys, and represent the experiences of their classmates.

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Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

April 29, 2026 10 min

OHIO's faculty filled spring semester with research, publishing, travel and awards.

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Research Excellence

Opportunity Abounds

April 28, 2026 6 min

Ohio University is among the nation’s select R1 Opportunity Universities and the only university in Ohio to earn both coveted titles.

Emerging Technology

AI in the hiring process

April 24, 2026 5 min

As AI becomes increasingly involved in the hiring process, HR Program Director and Associate Professor Shawnee Chapman shares her insights and best practices for students and job seekers navigating today’s job market.

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Faculty Excellence

OHIO honors faculty for outstanding teaching, research, commitment to student success

April 22, 2026 9 min

The 2026 Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony celebrated the winners of numerous prestigious awards including the Presidential Teacher Award, Provost’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and University Professor Award.

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Class Notes

Spring 2026 Class Notes

April 21, 2026 1 min

See what fellow OHIO alumni have been up to in recent months.

Business Studies

The universal blueprint: How majoring in business studies supports careers in different industries

April 15, 2026 9 min

Explore how a broad business studies curriculum builds the transferable skills needed to navigate careers across all sectors.

Rankings

Several graduate programs named among the top 100 in nation in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings

April 14, 2026 5 min

U.S. News and World Report has ranked numerous Ohio University graduate programs within the College of Business and the College of Health Sciences and Professions among the top 100 in the nation.

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Leveraging AI

Bringing AI-native sales tech to the next generation of Bobcats

April 9, 2026 3 min

Through a new partnership with alumnus and CEO Jason Eubanks, OHIO students in the Schey Sales Centre are getting a head start on the future of AI in the business world.

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Faculty Experts

NIL creates opportunity for student-athletes, confusion and tough decisions for schools and NCAA

April 8, 2026 11 min

As March Madness concludes, student-athletes have earned millions of dollars through name, image and likeness (NIL). Ohio University Professor and sport management expert Jim Strode weighs in on the impact of NIL and the current college sports climate.

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