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Applications now open for Experiential Learning Funds

September 12, 2025

Undergraduate students, faculty and staff from all OHIO campuses are invited to apply for Experiential Learning funding for upcoming opportunities.

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OHIO grows enrollment to more than 30,000, including more than 8,000 new students

September 10, 2025

Ohio University total enrollment grew nearly four percent again this fall with 8,195 new students enrolling across our eight campuses and OHIO Online, including our largest, most high-achieving freshman class to date.

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Becoming Bobcats: BSO welcomes a new class

July 31, 2025

With help from across the University, Bobcat Student Orientation brought more than 10,000 students and family members to campus this year, delivering an "amazing experience."

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Upcoming Events

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Meal with a Mentor: Evan Wikof Thursday, September 18 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM Latitude 39

Next Adventures: Sophomore Outdoor Program: Adventure Sampler Trip (Whitewater Rafting, Biking, & Hiking) Friday, September 19 All Day Until 12:00 AM Charles J. Ping Student Recreation Center

Meal with a Mentor - Ceci Rockwell Wednesday, September 24 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM Baker University Center

Meal with a Mentor: Ceci Rockwell Wednesday, September 24 6:00 PM — 8:30 PM Latitude 39, Baker 1st floor to the right of the escalators.

Next Adventures Sophomore Outdoor Programs: High & low ropes challenge course day Saturday, September 27 10:30 AM — 3:00 PM Outdoor Pursuits Challenge Coure at the Ridges

Meal with a Mentor: Annie Valeant Tuesday, September 30 6:00 PM — 8:30 PM Latitude 39, 1st floor of baker 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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