College of Health Sciences and Professions Stories

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Nursing Alumni

A new perspective on nursing: Southern OHIO graduate on becoming a nurse at the start of a pandemic, battling his own illness

October 7, 2026 6 min

OHIO Southern nursing alumnus Matt Jeffers wrote a memoir about working in intensive care through COVID-19, surviving stage 3C colon cancer, and what came after.
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OHIO Community

OHIO employees invited to sign up for biometric health screenings

September 25, 2026 1 min

Benefits-participating employees and their benefits-enrolled spouses/partners are invited to sign up for the biometric health screening appointments.
The students in OHIO's one-year MPA program stand together for a photo at the welcome reception
OHIO Community

Voinovich School reception kicks off another year of serving communities, making positive change

September 23, 2026 3 min

The event was an opportunity to connect and engage with the school’s mission of strengthening local communities and improving lives through expertise in public service. 
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Career Opportunities

Ohio University Lancaster opens applications for its first associate degree nursing class

September 22, 2026 5 min

Ohio University Lancaster is accepting applications for its first associate degree nursing class, which starts in January. The priority deadline is Oct. 1.
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Health Workforce Ohio

Health Workforce Ohio takes next step to strengthen state’s rural health care workforce

September 22, 2026 3 min

Health Workforce Ohio is taking its next step toward improving access to quality care across the state by inviting grant proposals that turn statewide collaboration into local workforce solutions.
Gavin Paisley
Student Success

OHIO Eastern nursing student recognized for commitment to patient care

September 21, 2026 4 min

Gavin Paisley is being recognized for his commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care through a DAISY Award nomination and selection for the WVU Medicine Aspiring Nurse Program at Wheeling Hospital.
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Online Graduate Programs

Clinical practice track vs. clinical research track: What's the difference in a DAT program?

September 17, 2026 5 min

Clinical practice or clinical research? Learn how the two Doctor of Athletic Training tracks differ in coursework and capstones at Ohio University.
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Student Success

OHIO announces summer semester 2026 student academic achievement lists

September 17, 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.
An OHIO student reads on a bench in the Wolfe Garden which has lots of green busyes and plants in it, on a summer day
OHIO Community

CTLA book groups set to launch during fall semester

September 11, 2026 2 min

The book groups will meet for an open discussion of pedagogical topics and strategies and how they might impact the way participants teach and students learn.
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OHIO Community

Faculty invited to Thriving in the Academy workshop series

September 11, 2026 1 min

Faculty new to Ohio University or who have been in their present position for five years or less are cordially invited to join the Thriving in the Academy workshop series.
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Online Graduate Programs

What career paths are available with an online master's in food and nutrition sciences?

September 4, 2026 6 min

Food and nutrition sciences is a broader field than dietetics alone. OHIO's online M.S. in Food and Nutrition Sciences prepares graduates for roles in food industry science, community nutrition, education, research, and nutrition communications.
The Marching 110 performs on College Green as part of the campus involvement fair
Welcome Week

Back in the Bobcat groove

September 3, 2026 4 min

Fall semester 2026 kicked off with annual Welcome Week festivities, providing new and returning students with a glimpse of what's in store for another amazing year at OHIO.
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OHIO Online Programs

What jobs can you have with an online integrated healthcare studies degree?

September 1, 2026 4 min

Turn your allied health associate degree into a bachelor's online at Ohio University and prepare for leadership, advocacy, and department management roles.
OHIO students and a faculty member stand in front of a display case showing some of the Voinovich Archives items
Research Opportunities

Research Scholars create Voinovich Archives display

August 27, 2026 8 min

An archival research project conceived with the help of Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholars has produced an informative exhibit to celebrate the legacy of alumnus George V. Voinovich .
Appalachian Stories of Resilience & Recovery Summit
Community Events

Appalachian Stories of Resilience and Recovery Summit coming to OHIO Zanesville

August 27, 2026 2 min

Join OHIO Zanesville on Thursday, Sept. 3, for the Appalachian Stories of Resilience and Recovery Summit featuring keynote speaker Dr. Richard Greenlee, lived experiences and community connection.
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