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A deeper dive into wastewater testing

February 24, 2021 2 min

The University’s COVID-19 wastewater surveillance program has resulted in not only targeted asymptomatic testing of students on the Athens campus, but also some questions.

OHIO study demonstrates barriers to COVID-19 vaccination

February 24, 2021 3 min

A new study conducted at Ohio University shows that residents of Appalachian areas, younger Ohioans and Black and Hispanic residents are less likely to agree to a COVID-19 vaccine.

Cortical Bone Mechanics Technology, measure what could not be measured before

University Update

TechGROWTH Ohio announces investment in Ohio University spinout OsteoDx, Inc.

February 24, 2021 4 min

TechGROWTH Ohio Fund, the Ohio Third Frontier-Ohio University investment fund focusing on early-stage technology companies, announces its investment in OsteoDX, Inc.(f/k/a AEIOU Scientific).

Art professor and student create illustrated children’s book

February 24, 2021 4 min

Student Callie Smith and Professor David LaPalombara collaborated to make an imaginary family story come to life in the book "Fescue: A Brave Blade."

Safely planning for fun and self-care

February 23, 2021 6 min

I am happy to report that COVID-19 case numbers continue to decrease across the country and state. Most counties with an OHIO campus are similarly on the downtrend.

Hugh Sherman, former dean of the College of Business

Shermans leave lasting legacy through scholarship for Appalachian students

February 23, 2021 3 min

During his tenure as dean of the College of Business, Hugh Sherman witnessed firsthand the profound impact a college education could have on students.

Study shows state of Ohio is below national average in fatal police shootings

February 23, 2021 3 min

A new data analysis by the Ohio Alliance for Innovation in Population Health shows that Ohio has a lower ratio of deaths related to police intervention than the national average.

OHIO experts discuss how Hip-Hop has shaped activism, black culture and education

February 23, 2021 1 min

OHIO professors discussed the origins of Hip-Hop and how over the last 50 years it has influenced black culture, activism and education in the latest Ask the Experts livestream.

Ohio University alumna Terri Morris Stagi (third from left) is seen at the 2011 ribbon-cutting ceremony for Women Giving Back’s 11,000-square-foot boutique and warehouse.

Alumna named a Washingtonian of the Year for work to help women, children rebuild their lives

February 22, 2021 5 min

Terri Morris Stagi is one of 12 individuals named to the 2020 Washingtonians of the Year list in recognition of the nonprofit she cofounded that helps women and children in crisis rebuild their lives.

Patton College of Education to host session on using educational benefits for online programs

February 22, 2021 1 min

The Patton College of Education will host a virtual information session about its online programs on March 12.

Damian with colleagues Brendan Murphy (left), Ulf Linnemann (right) and two of Ulf’s doctoral students, examining rocks of the Rheic Ocean in the Prague Basin of the Czech Republic in 2002.

Damian Nance deduced Cycle of Supercontinents, and focused on finding the evidence

February 22, 2021 9 min

Damian Nance's colleagues from around the world came together to honor the man who put the puzzle pieces together to paint a whole new picture of Earth.

Person wearing a black T-shirt stating people are not property

Sudara Tee Design Challenge announces winners, impacts both India and Athens

February 19, 2021 4 min

Ohio University students created an impact in India and Athens by submitting their T-shirt designs to the Sudara Tee Design Challenge as part of the fall 2020 Women Entrepreneurship Week.

Students in the Professional MBA program participate in a Saturday residency on the Dublin campus.

OHIO employees invited to virtual sessions for Online and Professional MBA programs

February 19, 2021 1 min

The College of Business is offering virtual sessions that will provide information to OHIO employees about the Online MBA and Professional MBA programs.

OHIO Testing Services reopens with new digital workflows

February 19, 2021 2 min

OHIO Testing Services has transitioned to enhanced, new digital workflows to provide timely and modern services to the OHIO community.

Fall 2020 Dean's List, Ohio University Southern

Fall 2020 Dean's List announced