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Global Arts Festival 2026

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

January 12, 2026

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.

A rendering of the new Marching 110 practice facility

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

January 8, 2026

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.

Provost Leo playing piano

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

January 7, 2026

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.

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KMA Sketching in the Galleries Thursday, January 15 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM Kennedy Museum of Art
Teena Marie Custer Dance Colloquium: Hip Hop Lecture & Cypher Friday, January 16 3:30 PM Putnam Hall
Visiting Artist: Albert Tiu, Piano Saturday, January 17 6:00 PM Glidden Hall
Perennial Movement Group Friday, January 23 7:00 PM Shirley Wimmer Dance Theater
Perennial Movement Group Saturday, January 24 1:00 PM Shirley Wimmer Dance Theater
KMA Community Open Studio Sunday, January 25 2:00 PM — 4:00 PM Kennedy Museum of Art

Alumni Spotlight

World Class Alumni Artists

Kevin Jerome Everson, MFA '90, received the Ohio University Alumni Association's Medal of Merit Award in 2021 for his unparalleled contributions to the photography, cinema, and sculptural arts and for his award-winning contributions as an educator.

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