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International Student Support Task Force asks for input from OHIO community

February 5, 2026 2 min

The task force is studying how OHIO supports its students from around the globe and is looking for input from the campus community. Recommendations brought forward will benefit all OHIO students.

Community Health Workers

Community Health Workers bridge gaps in care across Ohio

February 5, 2026 6 min

Community Health Workers are emerging as vital connectors between healthcare systems and Ohio’s diverse communities, addressing barriers like transportation, language access and trust that shape health outcomes. Through Ohio University’s expanding CHW training program, hundreds of graduates are using lived experience and cultural understanding to reduce health disparities and strengthen care across the state.

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Community Partners

Empowering Ohio small businesses: Ohio Procurement Internship Program opens 2026 applications

February 5, 2026 2 min

The Ohio Procurement Internship Program connects small-to-medium-sized businesses looking to expand into government sales with a workforce of specially trained students.

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Professional Development

Expanded CEU and Certificate Program returns to Ohio University Lancaster

February 5, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Lancaster is pleased to announce a comprehensive lineup of free Non-Credit Certificate and Continuing Education Unit (CEU) workshops for Spring 2026.

Kiplinger Fellows

Kiplinger Program in Public Affairs Journalism announces 2026 fellows

February 5, 2026 4 min

Thirty-two journalists from across the globe were named 2026 Kiplinger Fellows. This year's Kiplinger Program in Public Affairs Journalism will focus on “Saving Local News: A Practical Guide.”

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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