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A look under the Big Top: Decade-long study sheds light on head injuries in Cirque du Soleil performers

April 1, 2026 8 min

A study led by Dr. Jeff Russell, in collaboration with Dr. Janet Simon, OHIO alum Dr. Mychelle Berry and Cirque du Soleil, sheds light on how often head injuries actually happen under the big top.

A group of people standing outside in front of a sign written in Thai.

Experiential Learning

Thinking globally, acting locally: How OU GIVE combines travel and community service

April 1, 2026 3 min

Members of this student organization are finding an active outlet for environmentalism and ethical leadership, both on campus and overseas.

The 2024 International Street Fair on Union Street

OHIO Events

OHIO community invited to International Week, International Street Fair

April 1, 2026 2 min

International Week will be held April 6-11 and will include the International Street Fair on Saturday, April 11. All members of the OHIO community are invited to the International Week events.

An OHIO faculty member leads a class outside, while the Outdoor Class Kit container is nearby

OHIO Community

Get outside with the Outdoor Class Kit this spring

April 1, 2026 1 min

The Outdoor Class Kit has everything you need to hold classes and group activities outside.

Cherry blossoms frame a photo of the Convocation Center

Giving Day

One Day, One OHIO: Celebrate OHIO Giving Day 2026 on April 8 and donate to move OHIO forward

April 1, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s seventh annual Giving Day will take place April 8, 2026, engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University to take part in giving to causes they feel most passionate about supporting.

Facilities

OHIO Facilities Management continuing to monitor weather-related temperature changes in buildings

April 1, 2026 2 min

Both Facilities Managemenet and Housing and Residence Life crews are continuing to monitor residence hall and campus facilities temperatures to ensure comfortability on campus as the season shifts.

Student Org

New student organization combats food insecurity in Athens area

March 31, 2026 2 min

Bobcats Fighting Hunger brings OHIO students together to address a regional concern

Student Success

OHIO Chillicothe student prepares for a career serving others

March 31, 2026 4 min

When Alisa Phillips returned to Ohio University Chillicothe more than a decade after first starting her degree, she brought with her years of life experience, a thriving business and a renewed sense of purpose.

Preparing For Careers

From inspired student to future educator: OHIO Eastern student's journey comes full circle

March 31, 2026 4 min

Lacey Dobson, an Ohio University Eastern education student, was inspired by her former teachers to pursue a career in education and is now preparing to give back to her local community.

Public Service

‘Becoming The Voinovich School' spotlights partnership model for high-impact public service

March 31, 2026 6 min

Author Greg Browning, a former chair of the Ohio University Board of Trustees, saw the need for documenting the history of the school while providing a model for other institutions to follow.

Sonya Pfeiffer speaks to an auditorium on Pre-Law Day 2026

University Community

Building a future in the law: Event explores bias through the ‘Staircase’ trial

March 31, 2026 5 min

Pre-Law Day featured Sonya Pfeiffer (BSJ, ’95) and David Rudolf speaking to students and community members about cognitive bias and their experience as defense attorneys.

Two students lead the program at the 2025 Leadership Awards

Student Leaders

University community invited to 43rd Annual Leadership Awards

March 31, 2026 2 min

The Ohio University community is invited to the 43rd Annual Leadership Awards on April 8, 2026, in the Baker University Center Ballroom.

Culinary Services

New “Shively Food Hall” dining options and “The Venue at Shively” catering space anticipated to open fall semester 2026

March 31, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Culinary Services has announced that three new dining concepts and a catering space are estimated to open at the start of the fall semester.

VP Johnson and Dean Gwilym accept a proclamation from Terry Johnson.

Heritage College

Ohio General Assembly honors 50th anniversary of Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

March 30, 2026 3 min

The Ohio General Assembly has recognized the 50th anniversary of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine with a formal proclamation and commendation.

Partnerships

Ohio University, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield expand partnership to strengthen rural healthcare workforce

March 30, 2026 4 min

Additional investment will strengthen experiential learning program to elevate care for aging and vulnerable populations

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