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In a Nutshell: Exploring immersive technology inside the GRID Lab

September 24, 2026

What does it take to create a virtual world you can see, hear and move through? From immersive audio and 360-degree cameras to motion capture and virtual reality, Ohio University’s GRID Lab gives students access to the technology and hands-on experiences bringing those worlds to life.

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OHIO graduate’s law enforcement resume a major asset for Scripps School, Voinovich Academy

September 23, 2026

John Born’s 33-year career with the state culminated with service as director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, a position he held for six years in former Gov. John Kasich’s administration.

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OHIO announces summer semester 2026 student academic achievement lists

September 17, 2026

At the end of each semester, Ohio University’s undergraduate students are evaluated based on their semester GPA and hours to determine placement on the President’s List, Dean’s List or Provost’s List.

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Emily Shkoukani, BSC '17, rolled up her sleeves and seized every opportunity as a student in the School of Media Arts and Studies. Her experiences with the OHIO-in-LA and Storytelling in Theme Parks programs prepared her for a dream job telling stories for Lucasfilm.

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