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OHIO Community

Memorial service for Marjorie Hagerman to be held in August

April 22, 2026 1 min

The Ohio University community is invited to a memorial service for Marjorie Hagerman on Sunday, Aug. 16 in Athens.

Several faculty awards are displayed on a table, including awards for Pamela Kaylor, Sarah Wyatt and Adam Rapp

Faculty Excellence

OHIO honors faculty for outstanding teaching, research, commitment to student success

April 22, 2026 9 min

The 2026 Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony celebrated the winners of numerous prestigious awards including the Presidential Teacher Award, Provost’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and University Professor Award.

Preparing For Careers

From classroom to critical care: Nursing student prepares for career in emergency medicine

April 21, 2026 3 min

Through clinical experience and faculty support, Brianna Merkel developed the skills and confidence needed for patient care, reflecting the strength of Ohio University Eastern’s nursing program.

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Employee Well-Being

WellWorks facility, programming to transition to Well-Being and Recreation

April 17, 2026 2 min

In addition to enabling WellWorks to more effectively integrate with current and future campus-wide wellness initiatives and programming, the facility will continue to maintain a close partnership with the College of Health Sciences and Professions and provide valuable experiential learning opportunities for students.

Student Success

Field fair prepares Ohio University Chillicothe social work students for practical experiences

April 17, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Chillicothe social work majors recently participated in a social work field fair to connect with community and governmental agencies and learn about areas of social work practice.

4 Nursing Students dressed in green scrubs, wearing white coats standing beside one another

Career Opportunities

Opening doors to nursing: OHIO Eastern students thrive through WVU Aspiring Nurse Program

April 15, 2026 4 min

By providing financial assistance, mentorship and clinical experience, the program is helping OHIO students overcome barriers, complete their degrees and transition into the healthcare workforce.

Rankings

Several graduate programs named among the top 100 in nation in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings

April 14, 2026 5 min

U.S. News and World Report has ranked numerous Ohio University graduate programs within the College of Business and the College of Health Sciences and Professions among the top 100 in the nation.

A group of OHIO students and faculty stand in front of an Ohio sign while at the Ohio Statehouse for Advocacy Day.

Student Opportunities

Ohio University social work students gain advocacy experience at Statehouse

April 9, 2026 5 min

More than 100 social work students from Ohio University’s five regional campuses and Athens’ main campus attended Advocacy Day on March 31 at the Vern Riffe Center in downtown Columbus.

Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's March 2026 Newsmakers

April 8, 2026 3 min

John Kopchick, Aiden Payne and Geoff Dabelko were named faculty newsmakers for March 2026.

Forever OHIO

After decades of service, Warren Galbreath announces retirement from Ohio University

April 6, 2026 5 min

Known for his leadership, mentorship and dedication to students, Warren B. Galbreath is retiring after a distinguished career shaping social work education at Ohio University Eastern.

Cherry blossoms frame a photo of the Convocation Center

Giving Day

One Day, One OHIO: Celebrate OHIO Giving Day 2026 on April 8 and donate to move OHIO forward

April 1, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s seventh annual Giving Day will take place April 8, 2026, engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University to take part in giving to causes they feel most passionate about supporting.

Research

A look under the Big Top: Decade-long study sheds light on head injuries in Cirque du Soleil performers

April 1, 2026 8 min

A study led by Dr. Jeff Russell, in collaboration with Dr. Janet Simon, OHIO alum Dr. Mychelle Berry and Cirque du Soleil, sheds light on how often head injuries actually happen under the big top.

Student Success

OHIO Chillicothe student prepares for a career serving others

March 31, 2026 4 min

When Alisa Phillips returned to Ohio University Chillicothe more than a decade after first starting her degree, she brought with her years of life experience, a thriving business and a renewed sense of purpose.

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Student Experiences

OHIO social work students dive into Costa Rican culture, community service

March 30, 2026 5 min

A group of social work and interdisciplinary students from the Athens and regional campuses participated in a cultural immersion and service-learning experience in Costa Rica during Spring Break 2026.

Partnerships

Ohio University, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield expand partnership to strengthen rural healthcare workforce

March 30, 2026 4 min

Additional investment will strengthen experiential learning program to elevate care for aging and vulnerable populations

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