Russ College of Engineering and Technology Stories

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Alumni connections

Expert in Residence program connects OHIO students with leaders

March 25, 2026 3 min

The Expert in Residence (EIR) program is bringing accomplished industry leaders back to campus to engage directly with students, offering one-on-one engagements, professional insight and real-world experience beyond the classroom.

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Media matters

Breaking down TikTok

March 25, 2026 2 min

In the latest episode of our Ask the Experts podcast, two OHIO faculty members discuss algorithms, data privacy, disinformation and free speech.
OHIO Assistant Professor Yahya Al-Majali sits in his lab.
Faculty Excellence

Al-Majali leads innovative research, mentors next generation of OHIO engineers

March 25, 2026 8 min

Assistant Professor Yahya Al-Majali leads impactful, industry-focused research at Ohio University, demonstrating impressive productivity while securing major funding. He simultaneously empowers his students through providing them with foundational mentorship, hands-on learning and direct access to industry partners.
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Homecoming

Ohio University to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 5-10

March 24, 2026 2 min

Homecoming Week 2026 will culminate Oct. 10 with OHIO’s annual Homecoming parade, football game against Central Michigan
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Career Opportunities

Ohio University advances semiconductor workforce training through equipment donated by Intel

March 3, 2026 2 min

Ohio University has strengthened its efforts to prepare students for careers in Ohio's growing semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sectors with the addition of equipment donated Intel Corporation.
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Venture Capital & Entrepreneurship

Regional investing fund provides new opportunities for students

February 28, 2026 5 min

Three OHIO students were awarded prestigious fellowships through the Appalachian Emerging Investors Fund.
Stocker Center
Career Opportunities

OHIO students invited to network with employers, learn from alumni at National Engineers Week events

February 19, 2026 3 min

OHIO's Russ College of Engineering and Technology will celebrate National Engineers Week on Feb. 22-28 with a wide range of events for students, faculty, staff, alumni and community residents.
OHIO representatives and OHIO alumni hold a flag that says Forever OHIO - Proud Alumni while they are at an event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Global Partners

OHIO advances Southeast Asia partnerships through alumni engagement, research collaboration, and global education

February 10, 2026 8 min

Ohio University's relationship with Southeast Asia is shaped by decades of partnerships, shared academic commitments, and generations of alumni whose lives and careers continue to reflect OHIO’s global reach.
Jan 2026 Newsmakers
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's January 2026 Newsmakers

February 6, 2026 3 min

Elizabeth Beverly, Shad Sargand and Xian Zhao were named newsmakers for January 2026.
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Student Success

OHIO students come up with innovative ideas in annual Eco Challenge

February 4, 2026 4 min

The Eco Challenge offers students a unique experiential learning opportunity, allowing participants to be active problem-solvers in their community.

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Auto racing

From shop to track: Bobcat Baja takes on SAE Baja

February 2, 2026 2 min

Engines roared and mud flew last fall as student engineers on the Bobcat Baja team put the buggy they designed and built to the test.

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Rankings

U.S. News ranks OHIO Online Bachelor’s programs in national top 30; Veteran and other programs among Ohio’s best

January 29, 2026 5 min

Ohio University’s Online Bachelor’s programs ranked overall among the nation’s best in the latest U.S. News & World Report “Best Online Programs,” placing 29th nationally and third in Ohio.
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Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO’s 2025 Newsmakers wrapped: A look back on faculty in the media in 2025

January 22, 2026 5 min

In a year marked by technological change, innovations in science and renewed curiosity about our past and future, faculty emerged as essential voices helping audiences make sense of the world.
Faith Voinovich
Alumni Leaders

Family ties just one facet of Cutler Scholar alumna’s path to service on Voinovich School Advisory Board

January 20, 2026 3 min

Faith Voinovich launched a career in venture capital after attending OHIO's Russ College of Engineering and Technology and has kept close contact with her grandfather’s namesake school at the institution ever since.
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National Recognitions

Ohio University receives 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

January 15, 2026 4 min

The CE Classification represents the leading framework for institutional assessment and recognition of community engagement in U.S. higher education. Awarded following a rigorous self-study process, this classification has recognized outstanding community engagement for 19 years.
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