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Ava Wood
Student Leaders

Ohio University student Ava Wood receives statewide Charles J. Ping Student Service Award

April 21, 2026 3 min

This statewide honor recognizes outstanding undergraduate leadership in community service and civic engagement.
Spring flowers on College Green
University Updates

OHIO leaders discuss Dynamic Strategy progress, share overview of University operating budget and more during April 9 ‘University Updates’

April 21, 2026 4 min

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez hosted the fifth and final “University Updates” event of the academic year on Thursday, April 9.
Riya Jacob receives the Rudy Leadership Award at the Leadership Awards Ceremony in the Baker University Center Ballroom
Student Leaders

43rd Annual Leadership Awards continue tradition of spotlighting student initiative

April 21, 2026 2 min

Ohio University honored student leaders and outstanding student organizations during the 43rd Annual Leadership Awards ceremony on April 9, 2026, in the Baker University Center Ballroom. 

Campus beauty Hocking River 2024
Alumni Leaders

Lastery-Butler promotes career pathways as Voinovich School Advisory Board member

April 21, 2026 6 min

Jasmine Lastery-Butler credits her time spent at Ohio University with setting her on the path to a top job in U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown’s office. She wants to now help current students reach their career goals.
Brianna Merkel
Preparing For Careers

From classroom to critical care: Nursing student prepares for career in emergency medicine

April 21, 2026 3 min

Through clinical experience and faculty support, Brianna Merkel developed the skills and confidence needed for patient care, reflecting the strength of Ohio University Eastern’s nursing program.
Peden Stadium, the OHIO campus and the city of Athens are shown in this aerial image
OHIO Announcements

Reminder: 2026-27 Benefits Open Enrollment for OHIO employees

April 17, 2026 2 min

The 2026-27 annual Benefits Open Enrollment period is currently underway for Ohio University employees, and several information sessions will be held for faculty and staff.
Cary Cooper
Alumni Leaders

Voinovich School Advisory Board service a continuation of Cooper’s OHIO legacy

April 17, 2026 4 min

One of the longest serving members on the Advisory Board for the George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service keeps going to bat for Ohio University, even in retirement.
two women interview a third woman
Student Success

Field fair prepares Ohio University Chillicothe social work students for practical experiences

April 17, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Chillicothe social work majors recently participated in a social work field fair to connect with community and governmental agencies and learn about areas of social work practice.

Bruce and Janie Burtch
Honors Tutorial College

Ohio University to rename 35 Park Place to The Burtch House in honor of longtime supporters

April 17, 2026 3 min

Ohio University will rename 35 Park Place to The Burtch House in recognition of Bruce (BGS ’72) and Janie Burtch, longtime supporters of the University and the Honors Tutorial College.

William Smith
Student Success

From inspiration to impact: Preparing to lead the next generation

April 17, 2026 4 min

Inspired by a family of educators and strengthened through hands-on classroom experiences, William Smith is preparing to begin his teaching career in Belmont County.

Students enter campus through the College Gateway.
Advancing OHIO

Ohio University Board of Trustees approves naming of David N. Keck Center for Applied Mathematics

April 17, 2026 3 min

Designed to strengthen Ohio University’s leadership in applied mathematics, the Keck Center will support student success, faculty excellence and innovative research through an integrated framework that includes increased support for undergraduate and graduate students, endowed faculty positions, interdisciplinary collaboration and discretionary funding for emerging initiatives.
An OHIO faculty member talks to a group of students while standing outside on a paved bike path or small road, while some students stand in the grass
Professional Development

Center for Community Impact announces Fall 2026 Community-Engaged Scholars Program

April 17, 2026 2 min

OHIO's Center for Community Impact is recruiting for the Fall 2026 Community-Engaged Scholars Program, a cohort-based training that prepares instructors to integrate service-learning into their courses. 
Walter Hall
Board of Trustees

OHIO Board of Trustees learned about the University’s initiatives to integrate Artificial Intelligence into learning, received sports administration program update from students and faculty

April 17, 2026 10 min

The Board of Trustees learned about ongoing efforts to integrate AI into the curriculum, as well as heard from the sports administration program about experiential learning opportunities.
Walter Hall
Board of Trustees

Ohio University presents updated FY26 financial forecast to Board of Trustees

April 17, 2026 2 min

Moore reported that the University has reduced its planned use of one-time funds through improvements in revenue and expense management.
Spring Cutler Hall
OHIO Community

Learn more about OHIO’s Information Security Committee

April 17, 2026 1 min

The Information Security Governance Standing Committee is charged annually by the IT Leadership Team and is empowered to inform strategy and decision rights for all University information security matters.

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