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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.

Global Arts Festival

Global Arts Festival returns to Ohio University, celebrating 20 years of cultural connection

January 12, 2026 4 min

The sixth Ohio University Global Arts Festival and 14th World Music and Dance Concert will take place March 17–19, 2026, celebrating 20 years of global arts in the OHIO community.

Best of 2025

2025: A look back

January 9, 2026 1 min

Explore some of OHIO Today's top stories from last year, featuring faculty insight and achievement, University milestones and memorable images from Athens and beyond.

Marching 110

Fundraising efforts for new Marching 110 Practice Facility drive further toward the finish line as donations surpass $2 million

January 8, 2026 3 min

Ohio University's Marching 110 Practice Facility and Hurley Field are closer than ever to becoming a reality, as OHIO students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, friends and fans have continued to rally together to drive forward this once-in-a-lifetime project.

Athens Community Music School

From Provost to pianist: Learning at all ages and levels is embraced at the Athens Community Music School

January 7, 2026 4 min

The Athens Community Music School provides accessible, high-quality music education to hundreds of community members each semester while offering valuable teaching experience to School of Music students. Among its adult learners is OHIO Executive Vice President and Provost Donald Leo, whose piano studies highlight the program’s role in fostering lifelong learning, creativity and meaningful community connections.

Ellis Hall is surrounded by colorful trees while snow falls on OHIO's College Green

Student Success

OHIO announces fall semester 2025 student academic achievement lists

December 23, 2025 2 min

Ohio University is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of every student who has qualified for the President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for fall semester 2025.

Green and white streamers explode over the 2025 fall Commencement ceremony

Milestones

(Snow)caps and gowns

December 17, 2025 3 min

OHIO celebrated Fall Commencement under a wintry sky, as loved ones gathered to cheer for our newest batch of Bobcat alumni.

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Viral content

‘Fate of Ophelia’ cover shines a certain showgirl's spotlight on the Marching 110

December 13, 2025 5 min

Between Taylor Swift's Instagram "like," the band's quick turnaround in arranging the song and the sheer excellence of their performance, the 110's latest viral video has sparked excitement across the OHIO community.

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Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

December 5, 2025 7 min

OHIO faculty have been busy. Fall semester news includes awards, publications, research and performances.

Dance

Brother(hood) Dance blends cultural research in dance, agriculture and technology

December 5, 2025 4 min

Co-led by School of Dance professor Ricarrdo Hunter-Valentine, “Black in the Water” is the second work in Brother(hood) Dance’s Environmental Justice Trilogy, using a series of thematic “puddles” to examine the relationship between water and Black communities in Ohio.

Faculty Retirement

OHIO organist and music faculty Paul Barte to retire this December

December 1, 2025 7 min

Paul T. Barte, who has been a fixture of the music faculty in the School of Music since 1997, teaching organ, music history classes and more, will retire this December.

Performing Arts and Concert Series

Kenny G brings smooth jazz holiday magic to OHIO on Dec. 8

November 25, 2025 4 min

On Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m., the renowned saxophonist Kenny G will bring The Miracles of Holiday and Hits Tour 2025 to the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.

Theater

Community takes center stage as OHIO Lancaster and local partners bring the musical “Annie” to life this December

November 25, 2025 5 min

Blending the strengths of students, local actors and seasoned theatre volunteers, OHIO Lancaster is partnering to bring "Annie" to the stage through collective artistry and camaraderie. The result is a heartfelt production shaped by the voices and talents of the entire Lancaster theatre community.

Athena Cinema

Athena Cinema kicks off season of giving with 13th annual Holiday Film Series

November 25, 2025 2 min

The Athena Cinema will support Athens’ food pantries and provide low-cost family screenings for the community as it kicks off its annual Holiday Film Series beginning Friday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m.

Innovation

Where imagination meets innovation: Inside CREATE_space

November 20, 2025 2 min

A new facility from the Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts helps students and faculty transform creative ideas into real-world projects through hands-on technology and collaboration.

Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts Stories