College of Health Sciences and Professions Stories

Alyssa and Sierra Betts
Student Success

Double the achievement: Betts sisters shine bright as outstanding students at OHIO Eastern

Alyssa and Sierra Betts graduated with honors and received outstanding student awards. Their journey through college was marked by dedication, passion and a deep commitment to their fields and community.

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Outstanding Graduate poised to make a lasting impact

Outstanding Graduate Leah Bailey reflects on her time at OHIO Southern and prepares for an ICU fellowship.

Kaitlyn Foster

Outstanding Graduate emphasizes importance of forging friendships

Connections with classmates and professors provided the support needed for Kaitlyn Foster to reach her goals and become an Outstanding Graduate.

students interact with community partners

Ohio University Chillicothe hosts social work field fair to connect students with community partners

OHIO Chillicothe social work majors recently connected with government and community agencies and learned about different areas of social work practice at a social work field fair.

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Faculty Excellence

Faculty experts roundup

Achievement, leadership and knowledge sharing are highlighted in this installment of our rundown of recent news from OHIO faculty

Dietician ensuring safe food handling by checking the temperature of dairy product with a digital thermometer.

How dietitians are shaping the future of healthcare

Learn how a master’s degree in nutrition from OHIO Online can empower you to become a registered dietitian (RD) with a wider career scope. Explore how RDs are shaping the future of healthcare in hospitals, communities, and more.

Social worker listening to client and expressing empathy

A profession with heart: Exploring social work careers that address social problems

Build a meaningful career in making a difference. Social work offers opportunities for empowering individuals and advocating for change. Explore OHIO's online MSW program.

Graduate Robert Elkins smiling

Overcoming challenges with resilience, community support

Robert Elkins has earned the distinction of Ohio University Southern Outstanding Graduate for his achievements during his pursuit of an Associate in Arts and Bachelor of Social Work.

Debbi Smith stands in a nursing shirt

Nurturing compassion, community through nursing

After graduating from Ohio University Southern with an Associate in Applied Science in Nursing Degree, Debbi Smith has a desire to make a meaningful impact on community health.

OHIO School of Nursing students wearing green scrubs with school patch on left shoulder.
Awards & Recognition

Ohio University School of Nursing: 2023 NCLEX Scores Point to Program Strength

Ohio University School of Nursing excelled in the 2023 NCLEX pass rates, with the Associate of Applied Science program at 92.63% and the Bachelor of Science program at 98.5%. These results surpass national and state averages.

Grad rankings 2024
Research & Impact

Programs in OHIO’s College of Health Sciences and Professions ranked among top in state and nation; several other graduate programs ranked among best in latest U.S. News rankings

Several programs in the College of Health Sciences and Professions were ranked in the top in the state and nation in the latest U.S. News and World Report graduate rankings.

OHIO Zanesville nursing student
Health

Where Innovation & Community Meet

Gift to OHIO Zanesville transforms nursing in the region

2023 Judy Davis Scholarship Recipient

The Judy Davis Nursing Scholarship: A beacon of hope, support for aspiring nurses at Ohio University Zanesville

The Judy Davis Nursing Scholarship is a shining example of commitment and generosity within the Ohio University Zanesville community.

Zanesville - SW Panel

OHIO Zanesville social work graduates come back to campus

OHIO Zanesville welcomes back social work graduates to campus. Check out our campus spotlights of area social workers making an impact in our community.

Speech and Debate

Ohio University Speech and Debate Team named National Champion

OHIO's Speech and Debate Team is preparing for its next national competition after being named National Champion in Individual Events at Pi Kappa Delta Nationals in Phoenix, AZ on March 11.

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