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William Smith

From inspiration to impact: Preparing to lead the next generation

April 17, 2026

Inspired by a family of educators and strengthened through hands-on classroom experiences, William Smith is preparing to begin his teaching career in Belmont County.

Seasoned with Love

“Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” brings community together to share meals and fight food insecurity

April 16, 2026

The community will come together April 18–19 for “Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” an event combining hands-on food preparation, learning and support for residents experiencing food insecurity.

Spring 2026

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

April 14, 2026

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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OU CALL Conference Friday, April 17 9:00 AM — 7:00 PM Gladys W. and David H. Patton Hall
Patton Connavino Honors Research Poster Forum Friday, April 17 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM Gladys W. and David H. Patton Hall
Alperen Korkmaz Dissertation Defense Tuesday, April 21 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM Gladys W. and David H. Patton Hall
Hui Zhan Dissertation Defense Wednesday, April 22 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM Gladys W. and David H. Patton Hall
Tracy Robinson Dissertation Defense Thursday, April 23 11:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Matthew J. Fox Dissertation Defense Tuesday, April 28 12:00 PM — 2:00 PM

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