Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service Stories

Deb Steele
Alumni Success

MSSR Degree helps OHIO graduate move to next level of public service

June 5, 2026 4 min

The Master of Sustainability, Security and Resilience Program at Ohio University matched up well with Deb Steele's experience and helped her to move forward in her career.
Campus Beauty 2026
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's May 2026 Newsmakers

June 4, 2026 2 min

John Sabraw and Natalie Kruse Daniels were named newsmakers for May 2026.
Four panel members lead a discussion on the stage at the State Government Alumni Luncheon
Alumni Leaders

OHIO alumni luncheon honors Voinovich School legacy, McCloud's public service

June 3, 2026 3 min

Stephanie McCloud, administrator/CEO of the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, received the Ohio University Outstanding State Government Alumni Award.

John Carey speaks in front of a large crowd in the Baker University Center at the State of the Region Conference
Community Partners

Appalachian Region conference focuses on job, housing, energy initiatives in Southeastern Ohio

June 2, 2026 10 min

The conference provided valuable insights on workforce, education, development, energy and other regional initiatives for attendees to take back to and benefit their communities.
David Wilhelm
Alumni Leaders

OHIO alumnus David Wilhelm named as Konneker Medal winner

May 28, 2026 5 min

Internationally known entrepreneur and leader David Wilhelm has been named as the winner of the Konneker Medal for Commercialization and Entrepreneurship. 
Rebecca Miller
Alumni Success

MPA graduate Rebecca Miller prompts public advocacy at OHIO

May 20, 2026 4 min

Rebecca Miller is the executive director of community relations and engagement for the College of Health Sciences and Professions at Ohio University.
Alumni Gateway
Academic Excellence

OHIO announces spring semester 2026 student academic achievement lists

May 14, 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.
The cohort members of the Voinovich Academy OCPM stand together.
Developing Leaders

Voinovich Academy: Building Ohio’s leaders of today and tomorrow

May 13, 2026 7 min

Ohio University's Voinovich Academy for Excellence in Public Service provides indispensable opportunities to boost leaders in Appalachian communities and beyond.
Joe Brehm
Alumni Leaders

OHIO graduate discusses career in public service, offers words of advice

May 13, 2026 3 min

Joe Brehm dedicates his career to regional conservation and environmental education, building on the foundations he laid during his time at the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.
Ohio University Music Industry Summit 2026
OHIO Events

OHIO Music Industry Summit continues to draw students, alumni and professionals

May 12, 2026 4 min

The Ohio University Music Industry Summit returned for its eighth consecutive year featuring a diverse group of prominent artists and music industry professionals. The conference drew an eclectic group of attendees from OHIO students and alumni, to seasoned industry professionals, to high school students and everyone in between.
Children sit in a semi-circle around a teacher who is reading them a book
Community Impact

OHIO Online student promotes environmental stewardship through story

May 7, 2026 3 min

Through OHIO Online and collaboration with the Voinovich School, Artie Knapp is applying his coursework to expand sustainability education for young learners.
wide shot of Commencement at the Convocation Center as green confetti explodes over the graduating class of 2026
OHIO Commencement

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.
Rows of research posters, with students standing near them, are shown in the Walter Fieldhouse for the Student Research Expo.
Student Success

Big wins, big impact: Voinovich students excel at 2026 Student Expo

April 29, 2026 3 min

Students from OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service share their thoughts on presenting their research work at the Ohio University Student Research and Creative Activity Expo.
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.
Spencer Johnson gives a presentation while another OHIO student looks on from behind him
Student Opportunities

OHIO MPA student secures internship with National League of Cities

April 29, 2026 3 min

Spencer Johnson was recently selected for the Jeff A. Finkle Ohio University Economic Development Internship at the National League of Cities in Washington, D.C.
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