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OHIO 2030 Planning Underway: University launches process to update, extend its Dynamic Strategy for 3 more years

October 14, 2026

President Lori Stewart Gonzalez has charged Interim Provost John McCarthy and Vice President for University Communications and Marketing Robin Oliver to engage University leadership and stakeholders across the institution in the extension of the Dynamic Strategy for another three years.

Which police and federal jobs can a criminal justice bachelor's degree lead to?

September 18, 2026

A criminal justice bachelor's can lead to detective, command, and federal agent roles. See how Ohio University's online program builds on your associate degree.

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OHIO announces summer semester 2026 student academic achievement lists

September 17, 2026

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.

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Donuts with the Dean Friday, October 16 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM Chubb Hall

Meal with a Mentor: Jared Forshey Tuesday, October 20 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM Latitude 39, Baker 1st Floor, to the right of escalators.

Meal with a Mentor: Tracy Corrigan Wednesday, October 21 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM Latitude 39, Baker 1st Floor, to the right of escalators.

Sustainability Series Appalachia Day: VS GOLIATH: APPALACHIA Wednesday, October 21 7:00 PM — 8:00 PM Athena Cinema

Donuts with the Dean Friday, October 23 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM Chubb Hall

Meal with a Mentor: Jennifer Goddard Wednesday, October 28 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM Latitude 39, Baker 1st Floor, to the right of escalators.

Alumni Spotlight

Design Your Future

When Leanne Ford couldn't find a major that fit at Ohio University, she designed her own degree. With the flexibility of the specialized studies major, she was able to put together courses in art, graphic design, public relations, advertising and retail for a focus that she called "integrated retail communications." A self-taught interior designer, Ford is an HGTV star whose signature aesthetic trends across Instagram.

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