Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Stories

Fall 2025 Beauty
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's October 2025 Newsmakers

Ohio University recognized Chad Mourning, Berkeley Franz and Jennifer Grant Weinandy as October 2025 Newsmakers.

A student walks on the bricks of College Green surrounded by fallen leaves.
Community Support

OHIO’s Cats’ Cupboard Food Pantry remains available to students and employees impacted by pause in SNAP benefits during federal government shutdown

A reminder that OHIO students and employees may visit Cats’ Cupboard food pantry, with locations in Athens and across our regional campuses, for fresh, frozen and shelf-stable food options. Pantry donations are also being accepted.

Joe Bianco interviews Drs. Chuck Kaminski and Tobi Odunsi in Studio B.
Health and Wellness

Defining Moments podcast shares stories about finding meaning following adversity

For Joe Bianco, Ph.D., co-host of the "Defining Moments" podcast, storytelling isn’t just an art form—it’s a vital tool for understanding, connection and healing.

Medical student Libbie Milks speaks with high school students about medicine as part of the LIC.
Student Success

Ohio University’s LIC Program prepares future physicians for underserved communities

A selective, yearlong program for third-year medical students is preparing future physicians who are interested in serving rural and urban underserved communities.

Rufus the Bobcat rides in the Homecoming Parade
Homecoming 2025

Back home again

Welcoming Bobcats of all ages back to campus, OHIO's 2025 Homecoming celebrations featured a series of spirited and memorable events.

W. David Arnold, M.D., talks about importance of physician scientists at 2025 Health Scholars Research Symposium
Research

Research symposium keynote speaker says to put patient at the center of research

In a speech to attendees of Ohio University’s Health Scholars Research Symposium, W. David Arnold, M.D., emphasized the important role of physician scientists.

Katherine Snyder, Ph.D., associate dean of Student Affairs at HCOM
Faculty and Staff

Katherine Snyder named new associate dean of Student Affairs at Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

The Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine has announced the appointment of Katherine Snyder, Ph.D., as the new associate dean of Student Affairs

an artist’s rendering of the ancient bird Vegavis, depicted diving for fish among other ancient creatures
Faculty Research

Understanding the Past

New discoveries by OHIO researchers are changing history as we know it.

an instructor wearing glasses and scrubs demonstrates the use of an otoscope on a student
Community Impact

Care That’s Rooted in Community

OHIO is addressing health disparities in Appalachia—and training students to do the same in rural settings statewide.

HCOM students receive their white coats during convocation.
Experiential Learning

Health care organizations partner with Ohio University's Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine to strengthen physician workforce

A new partnership with three Southeast Ohio health care organizations will provide additional training opportunities for medical students and potentially help build the region’s physician workforce.

A view of the 2024 Homecoming parade
Homecoming

Ohio University to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 13-18

Homecoming Week 2025 will kick off on Oct. 13, 2025, with the Homecoming football game against Northern Illinois on Oct. 18.

A view of Cutler Hall from College Green
Moving OHIO Forward

OHIO launches Innovation and Efficiency Awards, aims to increase financial flexibility and stability

New program aims to inspire employees across all campuses to embrace a culture of continuous improvement in order to build a stronger, more efficient and more mission-focused University.

Athens Campus in the fall
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's September 2025 Newsmakers

Ohio University recognized Mario Grijalva, Gaurav Bansal and Christine Bhat as September 2025 Faculty Newsmakers.

Graciela Muniz-Terrera
Research

Study reveals shifts in job and leisure satisfaction before retirement

An international study co-authored by a Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researcher found that job satisfaction gradually becomes less important than leisure time for those nearing retirement.

An aerial image of Ohio University and Athens, Ohio  in the Fall
Forever OHIO

Ohio University Alumni Association Board of Directors welcomes four new members

The Ohio University Alumni Association (OUAA) is pleased to announce the election of four new members of its Board of Directors.

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