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Paint The Town Green - Ohio University - Homecoming 2026
Forever OHIO

Paint the Town Green 2026: Celebrate Homecoming across campus

August 28, 2026 1 min

Whether you're decorating a residence hall, office or shared space, Paint the Town Green is your chance to celebrate Homecoming, show off your OHIO spirit and help paint campus green and white.
Scripps Hall is shown surrounded by green grass and trees on a summer day
OHIO Community

Starting or leaving a role? Help keep OHIO’s data secure

August 28, 2026 1 min

Whether you’re joining a new team, changing roles or preparing to leave Ohio University, secure access management is essential.
Cherry Blossom trees bloom in front of the Convocation Center in spring
OHIO Events

Celebrating a legacy of connection: Retirement reception for Professor Christopher Thompson

August 28, 2026 1 min

All members of the OHIO community are invited to retirement reception for Christopher Thompson on Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 6-8 p.m. in the 1804 Lounge in the Baker University Center.

Students walk on the College Green, while international flags are also placed the College Greenon a spring day
Supporting Students

Three years in, JED Campus is changing how OHIO supports student mental health

August 28, 2026 4 min

JED Campus is a partnership with The Jed Foundation that gives colleges a structured way to build a real mental health safety net, through assessment tools, feedback reports and ongoing strategic support.

Baker University Center is surrounded by colorful trees on a Fall day
OHIO Community

Ohio University approves policy updates

August 27, 2026 2 min

The Ohio University Executive Staff Policy Committee and President Lori Stewart Gonzalez have given final approval to six policies.
Sarah Simmons
Alumni Leaders

City council member finds practical applications in OHIO’s executive MPA coursework

August 27, 2026 4 min

Sarah Simmons wasted no time applying what she learned while earning an Executive Master of Public Administration degree from OHIO's George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.

OHIO students and a faculty member stand in front of a display case showing some of the Voinovich Archives items
Research Opportunities

Research Scholars create Voinovich Archives display

August 27, 2026 8 min

An archival research project conceived with the help of Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholars has produced an informative exhibit to celebrate the legacy of alumnus George V. Voinovich .
Campus beauty Hocking River 2024
OHIO Announcements

Update on search for OHIO’s next executive vice president and provost

August 27, 2026 1 min

Ohio University is moving forward in the search for its next executive vice president and provost.
Cutler Hall is shown surrounded by colorful trees on a sunny day in the spring
Faculty Excellence

Ohio University recognizes regional faculty for excellence in teaching, scholarship, service

August 27, 2026 7 min

Ohio University is recognizing two outstanding faculty members from its regional campuses for their dedication to students, excellence in teaching, scholarly activity and service.

Appalachian Stories of Resilience & Recovery Summit
Community Events

Appalachian Stories of Resilience and Recovery Summit coming to OHIO Zanesville

August 27, 2026 2 min

Join OHIO Zanesville on Thursday, Sept. 3, for the Appalachian Stories of Resilience and Recovery Summit featuring keynote speaker Dr. Richard Greenlee, lived experiences and community connection.
Students enjoy Welcome Week convocation.
Forever OHIO

OHIO welcomes nearly 7,700 new students across all campuses and online

August 27, 2026 5 min

Increased interest in professional fields, continued momentum in Athens undergraduate enrollment, rising four-year graduation rate and growing College Credit Plus enrollments demonstrate students’ focus on return on investment.

The Ridges

Ridges New Community Authority Board of Trustees to meet Aug. 31

August 27, 2026 1 min

The regular meeting will be held in person and online.

HCOM student visits station in Rethinking Poverty exercise
Health Education

Incoming medical students learn about poverty and giving back before receiving white coats

August 26, 2026 6 min

Before convocation, members of the incoming class at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine learned a person's health is affected by more than medical conditions.
An aerial image of Ohio University and Athens, Ohio in the Fall
Community Partners

Sugar Bush Foundation awards nearly $390,000 to support Appalachian Ohio partnerships

August 26, 2026 2 min

The Sugar Bush Foundation, a supporting organization of the Ohio University Foundation, distributed $386,266 in funding for seven University-community projects benefiting Appalachian Ohio during the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
The Marching 110 performs during OHIO's Homecoming Parade.
National Recognitions

The Ohio University Marching 110 voted the #1 college marching band in the nation by USA TODAY

August 26, 2026 5 min

The “Most Exciting Band in the Land” has earned the top spot in the 2026 USA TODAY Sports Readers’ Choice Award for Best College Marching Band.
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