Stories tagged with: Community Engagement

Students stand outdoors in small groups with clip boards
Community Events

Lawrence County students trade classrooms for the forest

May 11, 2026 5 min

Nearly 100 Lawrence County students spent a day testing water, studying soil, identifying wildflowers and cleaning up Wayne National Forest — and earned service hours doing it.
OHIO researchers use biomechanical analysis to detect concussion-related deficits
Faculty Experts

The Unseen Injuries

April 28, 2026 9 min

Faculty research aims to protect brains in sports, on stage and on screen
Students in the Scripps College of Communication gain hands-on experience with audio editing in the School of Media Arts & Studies.
Research Excellence

Opportunity Abounds

April 28, 2026 6 min

Ohio University is among the nation’s select R1 Opportunity Universities and the only university in Ohio to earn both coveted titles.
A photo of 7 individuals who are holding shovels, standing next to a freshly planted white oak tree on the Ohio Univeristy Eastern campus.
Community Events

OHIO Eastern selected as Belmont County site for America 250 Heritage Tree planting

April 27, 2026 3 min

The planting, part of a statewide initiative to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary, placed a native white oak at OHIO Eastern, selected for its strong environmental conditions and public accessibility.

Ping Center
OHIO Announcements

Ping Recreation Center offers summer discounts for students, faculty, staff, community members

April 24, 2026 2 min

Memberships are open to the Athens community, Ohio University staff and faculty and OHIO students not enrolled for the summer semester.
Matt Hines speaks to teacher candidates
Student Success

OHIO Chillicothe teacher candidates sharpen interview skills with local educators

April 24, 2026 3 min

OHIO Chillicothe’s graduating education majors participated this week in mock interviews with local educators and administrators to sharpen their interview skills and prepare for the job search.
Photo of 3 people standing next to a sign at the entrance of Dysart Woods: Marshall Dyer, Sophia Withrow, Kiara Triplett
Community Events

Learning beyond the classroom: Rural Teacher Corps plans Family Hike at Dysart Woods

April 22, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Eastern’s Rural Teacher Corps is bringing experiential learning into the community through a Family Hike at Dysart Woods on May 3.

Several faculty awards are displayed on a table, including awards for Pamela Kaylor, Sarah Wyatt and Adam Rapp
Faculty Excellence

OHIO honors faculty for outstanding teaching, research, commitment to student success

April 22, 2026 9 min

The 2026 Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony celebrated the winners of numerous prestigious awards including the Presidential Teacher Award, Provost’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and University Professor Award.
Ava Wood
Student Leaders

Ohio University student Ava Wood receives statewide Charles J. Ping Student Service Award

April 21, 2026 3 min

This statewide honor recognizes outstanding undergraduate leadership in community service and civic engagement.
two women interview a third woman
Student Success

Field fair prepares Ohio University Chillicothe social work students for practical experiences

April 17, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Chillicothe social work majors recently participated in a social work field fair to connect with community and governmental agencies and learn about areas of social work practice.

An OHIO faculty member talks to a group of students while standing outside on a paved bike path or small road, while some students stand in the grass
Professional Development

Center for Community Impact announces Fall 2026 Community-Engaged Scholars Program

April 17, 2026 2 min

OHIO's Center for Community Impact is recruiting for the Fall 2026 Community-Engaged Scholars Program, a cohort-based training that prepares instructors to integrate service-learning into their courses. 
Seasoned with Love
Community Engagement

“Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” brings community together to share meals and fight food insecurity

April 16, 2026 5 min

The community will come together April 18–19 for “Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” an event combining hands-on food preparation, learning and support for residents experiencing food insecurity.
4 Nursing Students dressed in green scrubs, wearing white coats standing beside one another
Career Opportunities

Opening doors to nursing: OHIO Eastern students thrive through WVU Aspiring Nurse Program

April 15, 2026 4 min

By providing financial assistance, mentorship and clinical experience, the program is helping OHIO students overcome barriers, complete their degrees and transition into the healthcare workforce.
students in a Kids in College STEM class make animal footprints with stamps
events

OHIO Chillicothe offers summer enrichment for children through Kids in College program

April 14, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Chillicothe will host its annual Kids in College summer program from June 1–12, 2026. Each week, a new set of courses are offered in morning and afternoon sessions.
An overhead image of a large crowd watching and listening to a presentation on stage at the Slovenian Museum and Archives event in Cleveland
Student Opportunities

Learning-by-doing: Voinovich scholars showcase research at Slovenian Museum and Archives

April 14, 2026 2 min

Ohio University students gain important experience through a unique partnership with the Slovenian Museum and Archives in Cleveland.
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