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The winners of the Eco Challenge, along with advisors, hold trophies while standing on stage at the Eco Challenge, and a 1st Place graphic is shown behind them
Student Success

OHIO students come up with innovative ideas in annual Eco Challenge

February 4, 2026 4 min

The Eco Challenge offers students a unique experiential learning opportunity, allowing participants to be active problem-solvers in their community.

Richard Stevens talks to students on Ohio University's Athens campus
OHIO Alumni

Paying it forward from a paper-route past: How Richard Stevens supports the next generation of journalists

February 4, 2026 4 min

Richard Stevens’ career in journalism began with a Cleveland paper route and led to a degree from Ohio University. Now, through the Richard J. Stevens Scholarship in Journalism, he is giving back. The scholarship helps students gain the time and financial stability needed for hands-on reporting, student media, and experiential learning that prepare them for careers in journalism.
An OHIO student wears a shirt that says Ohio University Sibs Weekend while playing ping pong at the GLOHIO event in the Baker University Center during Sibs Weekend 2025.
Family Weekends

OHIO to host special events, performances for Sibs Weekend

February 4, 2026 5 min

Ohio University will celebrate Sibs Weekend 2026 on Feb. 6-8 with a wide variety of events for all Bobcats and their siblings.
A man in fatigues types on a laptop computer
Rankings

OHIO Online programs continue to climb in veteran rankings

February 4, 2026 6 min

OHIO’s continuous rise in the rankings demonstrates its dedication not only to veterans, but also to other military-affiliated students. In addition to high-quality online programs and experienced faculty, increased support from the Veterans and Military Student Services Center and efforts from OHIO Online staff also play a huge role in this success.
People reading a book at table
Literacy Event

Patton College of Education to host Scholastic Book Fair Feb. 5-8

February 4, 2026 2 min

The Patton College of Education’s Stevens Center for Literacy and STEM Education will host a Scholastic Book Fair from Feb. 5–8 in Patton Hall, offering books for all ages with proceeds supporting local schools and teacher candidates.
Winter Olympics
Winter Olympics

From cold to gold: How winter temperatures shape athletic performance

February 4, 2026 9 min

Cold isn’t just a backdrop at the Winter Olympics - it’s an active opponent. As temperatures drop, muscle power, endurance and even decision-making can suffer. Experts break down how the body reacts to cold and the strategies athletes use to stay warm, fueled and competitive on the world’s biggest winter stage.
Students dancing
Experiencing Dance

Future Bobcats step into the spotlight during Dance at OHIO

February 4, 2026 3 min

The School of Dance welcomed future Bobcats to an immersive day of workshops, performances and community connection during its annual Dance at OHIO event.
Historical Artifacts, a Slave Collar and Slave Tag from the 1800's
OHIO Events

'Echoes of the Underground Railroad' opens at OHIO Eastern for Black History Month

February 3, 2026 3 min

On display through Thursday, Feb. 26, the exhibit brings together artwork and historical artifacts on loan from the Ohio Valley Underground Railroad Museum. An opening reception will be held Tuesday, Feb. 10.
OHIO students walk on paths on the College Green, which is covered in snow
THRIVE Thursdays

THRIVE Thursdays to promote well-being throughout February

February 3, 2026 3 min

THRIVE Thursdays are a chance to explore well-being and basic needs resources and tune into what helps students thrive this semester.
Voinovich Research Scholars and OHIO administrators are shown in front of a large dump truck at a work site
Student Opportunities

Applications for Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholars are now open

February 3, 2026 3 min

All Ohio University students interested in getting hands-on, real-world experience in their intended fields are encouraged to apply.
A representation of artificial intelligence listening to music.
Faculty Experts

Convenient personalization or death of organic discovery? Streaming algorithms have reshaped how we listen to music

February 3, 2026 6 min

Nearly every music streaming platform increasingly relies on artificial intelligence-driven algorithms. School of Media Arts and Studies Director Josh Antonuccio discusses AI's role in the age of personalized music curation.
Tracy Plouck presents Amista Lipot with the Faculty and Staff Leadership Award
OHIO Awards

Amista Lipot recognized with Voinovich Faculty and Staff Leadership Award

February 3, 2026 3 min

Her two decades of work at Ohio University have brought significant financial support for the institution and its initiatives. She has also led cooperative efforts among government leaders in the region.
Alicia Gray
Community Events

Ohio University Chillicothe to host Black History Month program on Feb. 19

February 3, 2026 2 min

In conjunction with the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library and the Ross County Chapter of the NAACP, OHIO Chillicothe will host a Black History Month program on Thursday, Feb. 19, at 6:30 p.m.

Baja car driving forward (toward camera) as three trail behind.
Auto racing

From shop to track: Bobcat Baja takes on SAE Baja

February 2, 2026 2 min

Engines roared and mud flew last fall as student engineers on the Bobcat Baja team put the buggy they designed and built to the test.

Joy Cobb
OHIO Announcements

Cobb named director of TRIO Student Support Services

February 2, 2026 2 min

Ohio University is pleased to announce the appointment of Joy Cobb as the new director of TRIO Student Support Services.
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