News Stories by College

wide shot of Commencement at the Convocation Center as green confetti explodes over the graduating class of 2026

Caps, gowns and confetti: Spring Commencement 2026

May 6, 2026 4 min

Ohio University honored the graduates of the Class of 2026 on May 1 and 2 for all they have accomplished, while also giving them advice as they begin the next steps in their journeys.

Student Success

OHIO student receives national attention for cutting-edge research

April 30, 2026 5 min

Luke Davenport, an undergraduate researcher at the Nanoscale and Quantum Phenomena Institute (NQPI) at Ohio University, led the research project.

A group of faculty in academic regalia sit in a row

Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

April 29, 2026 10 min

OHIO's faculty filled spring semester with research, publishing, travel and awards.

Urban Geography

Planning a city: Tackling the challenges of growth in central Ohio

April 27, 2026 4 min

From parking to housing, urban planner Justin Goodwin shares how the City of Columbus is enhancing the urban experience for its citizens.

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.

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Outstanding Employees

OHIO to honor administrative employees at May 5 ceremony

April 22, 2026 4 min

All OHIO community members are invited to the event, which will recognize the winners of the Outstanding Administrator Awards and celebrate administrative staff members who have reached significant service milestones.

Student Leaders

Ohio University student Ava Wood receives statewide Charles J. Ping Student Service Award

April 21, 2026 3 min

This statewide honor recognizes outstanding undergraduate leadership in community service and civic engagement.

Honors Tutorial College

Ohio University to rename 35 Park Place to The Burtch House in honor of longtime supporters

April 17, 2026 3 min

Ohio University will rename 35 Park Place to The Burtch House in recognition of Bruce (BGS ’72) and Janie Burtch, longtime supporters of the University and the Honors Tutorial College.

Speech and Debate

From Athens to Athens: A strong debate for how traveling abroad can provide life-changing learning experiences

April 14, 2026 7 min

Fourteen Ohio University Speech and Debate students traded Athens, Ohio, for Athens, Greece this spring break, competing on the global stage and making unforgettable memories along the way.

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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.

A group of students attending a Pre-law day panel

University Community

Ohio University’s two-day Pre Law Day connects students with legal alumni, celebrates launch of new pre-law mentorship program

April 1, 2026 5 min

The Center for Law, Justice & Culture brought together 150 students and 24 alumni for its annual Pre-Law Day, offering valuable industry insight while celebrating the launch of the CLJC Pre-Law Mentorship Program.

A student reading at the Drop Everything and Read event

Reading hour

'DEAR' readers: Picking your next book

March 31, 2026 3 min

During monthly "Drop Everything And Read" gatherings, students set aside an hour to read for pleasure. We got their recommendations.

EIR Robb Roby talking with an interviewer at the front of a lecture hall during his "No Straight Line to Success" Fireside chat

Alumni connections

Expert in Residence program connects OHIO students with leaders

March 25, 2026 3 min

The Expert in Residence (EIR) program is bringing accomplished industry leaders back to campus to engage directly with students, offering one-on-one engagements, professional insight and real-world experience beyond the classroom.

35 Park Place, the Honors Tutorial College

Rankings

Honors Tutorial College ranked among best honors colleges in the nation

March 25, 2026 2 min

College Transitions recently ranked OHIO’s Honors Tutorial College 12th on its list of the 50 Best Honors Colleges for 2026.

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Homecoming

Ohio University to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 5-10

March 24, 2026 2 min

Homecoming Week 2026 will culminate Oct. 10 with OHIO’s annual Homecoming parade, football game against Central Michigan

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