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Oracle Cloud selected as OHIO’s next HR and finance system

February 13, 2026 3 min

Oracle Cloud has been selected as the next platform for Ohio University’s human resources and finance enterprise resource planning (ERP) system following a comprehensive evaluation process.

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Ohio University Police Department

OUPD to host 10th annual Department Recognition Ceremony on Feb. 24

February 12, 2026 1 min

The Ohio University Police Department (OUPD) will host its 10th annual Department Recognition Ceremony at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, in the Walter Hall Rotunda on OHIO’s Athens Campus.

Fires burn on the dry hills surround the Los Angeles area.

Faculty Experts

The economics of a disaster: Residents struggle to rebuild over a year after LA fires

February 12, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Professor and economic expert Roberto Duncan, Ph.D., discusses the Los Angeles region’s post-fire rebuild and the several economic factors that have likely contributed to its delays.

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OHIO Community

WellWorks offering special series ‘ Supporting the Journey: Yoga During and After Cancer’

February 12, 2026 1 min

WellWorks at Ohio University is offering a special series of yoga sessions in support of individuals who are navigating life during or after cancer treatment.

Nancy Manring on the Ohio University campus, November 2025

Climate science

Examining environmental politics, polarization, and hope

February 12, 2026 8 min

Ohio University faculty member Nancy Manring reflects on the ideas behind her new book, “A World of Wounds,” and what our dialogue around environmental issues reveals about conflict and cooperation.

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Student Opportunities

Multidisciplinary Honors Conference at OHIO announces call for presentations

February 12, 2026 3 min

Conference organizers welcome undergraduate students of all years, fields and majors. Presentations will be grouped into panels on related topics across disciplines.

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Student Success

Ohio University Air Force ROTC Det 650 named Best Small Detachment in Nation

February 11, 2026 2 min

The award recognizes sustained excellence in academics, leadership development, community engagement and experiential learning opportunities that prepare OHIO cadets to become future Air Force officers.

OHIO representative stand with community partner award winners, who are holding their awards

Community Partners

Nominations open for awards for outstanding community partners, community-engaged faculty, administrators

February 11, 2026 3 min

The annual awards celebrate exemplary community engagement and the meaningful partnerships that advance learning, research and public impact across the region and beyond.

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OHIO Events

OHIO students invited to provide feedback on Alden Library master plan at Feb. 24 event

February 11, 2026 1 min

On Tuesday, Feb. 24, Alden Library will host a public engagement event from noon until 1 p.m. and from 3-5 p.m. in order to collect feedback from OHIO students

OHIO students and faculty member Teri Peasley stand together on a busy sidewalk in England

Student Opportunities

Study abroad programs expand global opportunities for Ohio University regional campus students

February 11, 2026 6 min

Regional campus students at Ohio University are engaging in immersive international and community-based experiences that enhance cultural awareness, professional readiness and global perspective.

OHIO Online

An honors on-ramp for online learners: Rethinking access, readiness, and belonging

February 11, 2026 5 min

"Honors education" and "fully online learning" may not be phrases often seen together in higher education settings. Ohio University is aiming to change that.

Commencement

Ohio University to celebrate Spring 2026 Commencement May 1–2

February 11, 2026 2 min

Ohio University will recognize the academic achievements of its Spring 2026 graduates during commencement ceremonies scheduled for May 1–2 at the Convocation Center on the Athens campus.

Students work in recording studio with professional

Alumni

Bobcats helping Bobcats: Alumni stories of growth, creativity and connection

February 11, 2026 4 min

Eight OHIO alumni working across the music industry share their career journeys and advice for students in video interviews from the 2025 Music Industry Summit.

Community Impact

Participatory flood mapping helps Eastern Kentucky community plan for resilience

February 10, 2026 4 min

Through a partnership with local leaders, the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service is supporting a flood mitigation planning process that incorporates community-based data and local knowledge.

A row of two-story housing units with cars parked in the street in front.

Supporting The Community

Mayors’ Partnership for Progress launches new housing resources

February 10, 2026 2 min

The Mayors' Partnership for Progress (MPP) recently launched a Housing Development Toolkit with information on planning, funding and other aspects developed by Ohio University’s Misty Crosby.

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