Patton College of Education Stories

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OHIO Announcements

Retirement reception for Helen Watson set for July 31

All Ohio University students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to a retirement reception for Helen Watson on Thursday, July 31.

David Morkeh
Supporting Students

David Morkeh brings global perspective, student focus to OHIO Lancaster

With a proven commitment to student development and success, David Morkeh is bringing his talents and passion to Ohio University Lancaster as the new Success Advisor.

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Tourism

Why your favorite vacation spot is begging you to stay home: Can tourism be made more sustainable?

Planning that trip to Paris, Venice or Barcelona? While it may be a dream destination, it may also be time to think twice about visiting some of these cities being burdened by overtourism. Travel and hospitality expert Sandy Chen discusses the benefits of tourism, as well as how too much tourism can be detrimental to some of the world's biggest cities and sites.

Marcquis Parham
OHIO Experts

OHIO Career Services expert provides keynote remarks at June conference

Marcquis Parham, assistant director for career and employer engagement at Ohio University, was asked to give the keynote remarks at the Council for Exceptional Children Conference in June. 

Jessica Short
Alumni Success

OHIO graduate Jessica Short champions STEM education

Jessica Short first knew she wanted to teach as a middle school student, but she didn’t realize science would become her passion until her junior and senior years at Unioto High School.

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Community Engagement

Future educators gain real-world experience at OHIO Zanesville’s mock interview event

In April, senior teacher education interns at Ohio University Zanesville participated in the bi-annual mock interview event designed to prepare them for careers in the classroom.

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OHIO Announcements

University Libraries welcomes Ex Libris Alma as its new system platform

University Libraries’ new system, Ex Libris Alma, allows for a smoother and more modern platform for the OHIO community.

OHIO students and faculty stand in front of a building at the Panama Canal
Student Experiences

Panama trip showcases power of experiential learning for regional campuses

For students on Ohio University's five regional campuses, the world is not just something to study from a textbook, it is something they can experience firsthand.

Marty Conley speaks at the dedication ceremony outside of the Quinn Chapel AME Church
Community Engagement

Honoring the past, shaping the future: OHIO alumnus leads efforts to preserve Underground Railroad sites

Two Ironton sites were added to the National Park Service’s Network to Freedom as part of a regional initiative led by OHIO graduate Marty Conley to preserve local Underground Railroad history.

People sitting at a table at the Taste of Brewing event.
Student excellence

A student-crafted culinary experience

'The Taste of Brewing' is the final chapter in Ohio University’s 'From Grain to Glass' series, bringing months of immersive learning and culinary exploration to a close with a unique dining event at Peden Stadium.

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Student Success

How OHIO Online students build powerful communities that transcend geography

Ohio University students in the Online School Counseling program form a tight-knit, supportive community.

Alumni Gateway
Academic Achievement

OHIO announces spring semester 2025 student academic achievement lists

OHIO is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of more than 11,100 students who officially qualified for the President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for spring semester 2025.

Aerial view of the Athens campus with the Hocking River on one side and rolling Appalachian hills on the other
Annual Awards

Celebrating University achievements

OHIO's annual awards honor outstanding students, faculty and staff.

Ohio University's Athens Campus is shown in this aerial image
Community College Partners

Ohio University partners with Southern State Community College to create seamless transfer pathways for multiple programs

Ohio University has entered into a partnership with Southern State Community College (SSCC) to establish a streamlined transfer pathway for SSCC students.

Greg Mehlman
Alumni Success

OHIO alumnus Greg Mehlman inspires future educators through leadership, service

Greg Mehlman, a 2019 graduate of Ohio University Eastern, has built a successful career in education, currently serving as the elementary principal for Shadyside Local School District.

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