Patton College of Education Stories

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University Safety and Security: OHIO unveils new website and web alert design for emergency preparedness and response

OHIO's faculty and staff, across various functional areas, are committed to working together to ensure access to support and safety resources and respond effectively to emergencies as they arise.

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Community in bloom

The Child Development Center’s annual Garden Party brings families together to celebrate community and nature. This year's event honored a cherished former teacher with a natural play space.

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OHIO to welcome new, returning students to campus with exciting events throughout Welcome Week 2024

A time-honored tradition at OHIO, Welcome Week 2024 is packed with activities that cater to new and returning students, setting the stage for a successful and vibrant semester.

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OHIO offers community building programs for early career faculty

Starting in Fall 2024, OHIO will offer several year-long faculty development opportunities to support new, transitioning and early career OHIO faculty.

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Faculty Excellence

Faculty Experts Roundup

News from the summer includes awards, appointments and publications.

Dell Robinson
University Community

Dell Robinson named to lead OHIO’s AECOM Center for Sports Administration

A former NCAA Division I athlete with more than 25 years of experience in athletic leadership, Dell Robinson brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Center.

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Patton College of Education’s Aspire Program awarded FY25 grant funding by the Ohio Department of Education

The funding enables this important program to continue offering essential, free instruction for adult learners across Athens and Hocking County.

Dr. Christine Suniti Bhat

Celebrated for work in the counseling field: Dr. Christine Bhat

Professor Christine Suniti Bhat received the prestigious American Counseling Association Fellows Award.

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OHIO faculty/staff members Greg Kessler and Melissa Kulp receive Fulbright Awards

OHIO's Melissa Kulp and Greg Kessler have been selected for Fulbright awards, offering them unique opportunities to expand their knowledge and enhance their expertise in education.

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Ohio University Regional Higher Education faculty honored for outstanding achievements

Ohio University recently honored three faculty members from its regional higher education campuses for their exceptional contributions to teaching, scholarly activity and service.

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OHIO community invited to retirement reception for Patton’s Beth Lydic

After more than two decades of service, Patton College CFAO Beth Lydic will retire from on June 28. A reception will be held June 27 from 2-4 p.m. in the Patton Hall atrium.

Eric Francis

Ohio University alumnus Eric Francis shaping futures in the Ohio Valley

Eric Francis is taking what he learned at Ohio University and using it to ignite aspirations and nurture passions of the next generation of students.

Lisa Harrison

Lisa Harrison named dean of Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Elizabeth Sayrs has named Dr. Lisa Harrison as the dean of the Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education, effective June 1, 2024.

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Patton College of Education to host summer Green Project Camp for children

The Patton College of Education’s Stevens Literacy Center will host Green Project Camp for summer 2024 June 3-28.

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OHIO announces spring semester 2024 student academic achievement lists

Ohio University is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of more than 9,500 students who qualified for the President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for spring semester 2024.

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