Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts Stories

A rendering of the Konold Family Pavilion and Patio on OHIO's Athens Campus
Marching 110

Building a legacy that marches on

July 10, 2026 4 min

A $1 million gift to establish the Konold Family Pavilion and Patio will create a lasting gathering place that will strengthen the Marching 110 experience for generations of Ohio University students.
Characters from "FROZEN" sing while on stage at a rehearsal for the upcoming production
OHIO Events

Ohio University Lancaster Community Theatre brings the magic of Disney’s ‘FROZEN’ to life this summer

July 8, 2026 5 min

A beloved story of family, courage and discovering the power within will come to life on stage as Ohio University Lancaster Community Theatre presents Disney’s “FROZEN The Broadway Musical," July 10–26, 2026.
The Marching 110 performs during OHIO's Homecoming Parade.
National Recognitions

OHIO’s “Most Exciting Band in the Land” earns national recognition as one of the country’s top college marching bands

June 11, 2026 4 min

It’s a recognition that further reinforces what generations of Bobcats have long known – there’s nothing quite like the Ohio University Marching 110.
Seven small images from the Sara Gilfert Collection
OHIO Community

Ohio University Libraries unveils the Sara Gilfert Collection

June 11, 2026 2 min

The Sara Gilfert Collection celebrates the life and work of Southeast Ohio papermaker, fiber artist, educator and community arts leader Sara “Sally” Gilfert.
Campus Beauty 2026
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's May 2026 Newsmakers

June 4, 2026 2 min

John Sabraw and Natalie Kruse Daniels were named newsmakers for May 2026.
Dr. Paschal Yao Younge
Dedicated Faculty

After making an incredible impact at OHIO, Paschal Yao Younge looks forward to retirement

June 4, 2026 7 min

Few names in the Ohio University School of Music loom quite as large as Dr. Paschal Yao Younge.
Under the Elms
Under the Elms

Ohio University’s Under the Elms concert series returns for Summer 2026

June 3, 2026 2 min

Community members are invited to enjoy another season of music, tradition and summer gatherings as Ohio University’s annual Under the Elms Concert Series returns beginning June 11.
The College Green is shown in the spring
OHIO News

Ohio University shares update on proposed plans to restructure select academic programs in compliance with the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act

June 1, 2026 3 min

These program mergers will ensure compliance with the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act (AOHEA) low degree conferral protocols.
OHIO students, faculty and staff who work with the OSC stand together in front of a chalkboard in an OHIO classroom
OHIO Community

Ohio University researchers turn to Ohio Supercomputer Center as computing demands grow

May 28, 2026 4 min

OHIO students and researchers are using the Ohio Supercomputer Center to take on complex, data-intensive work—from simulating medical research problems to creating digital art with artificial intelligence.

Abla Dzifa Gomashie
International arts

Ghana’s culture minister visits OHIO to discuss the fusion of art, culture and innovation

May 27, 2026 4 min

The Honorable Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Ghana’s Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, delivered a keynote speech on the intersections of art, culture and innovation during her visit to OHIO’s Athens campus for the Global Arts Festival International Conference.
Alumni Gateway
Academic Excellence

OHIO announces spring semester 2026 student academic achievement lists

May 14, 2026 2 min

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.
Courtney Kessel
Kennedy Museum of Art

Courtney Kessel named interim director of the Kennedy Museum of Art

May 14, 2026 4 min

Ohio University has named Courtney Kessel interim director of the Kennedy Museum of Art, effective May 1.

CoFA beam signing
Patton Center for Arts Education

Beam signing marks milestone for Ohio University’s Patton Center for Arts Education

May 14, 2026 4 min

Ohio University held a beam signing event on April 24 for the new Violet L. Patton Center for Arts Education, highlighting the progress made and honoring the late Violet Patton with a copy of her signature placed on the beam.

Ohio University Music Industry Summit 2026
OHIO Events

OHIO Music Industry Summit continues to draw students, alumni and professionals

May 12, 2026 4 min

The Ohio University Music Industry Summit returned for its eighth consecutive year featuring a diverse group of prominent artists and music industry professionals. The conference drew an eclectic group of attendees from OHIO students and alumni, to seasoned industry professionals, to high school students and everyone in between.
OU Fringe
Experiential Learning

Experiential learning grant gives students hands-on experience workshopping a new musical in under 30 hours

May 8, 2026 7 min

OHIO students did what many theater professionals spend years working toward: workshopping a brand-new musical as part of the OU Fringe Festival thanks to a grant from the experiential learning fund.

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