Stories tagged with: Community Engagement

Campus beauty Hocking River 2024
Student Opportunities

Honors Tutorial College awarded nearly $50,000 for new program for OHIO students

OHIO’s Honors Tutorial College has been awarded a nearly $50,000 Capacity Building Grant from the Educating Character Initiative to fund the "'Life is Abundant:’ Character Education in Appalachian Ohio" project.

an old photograph of Carrie Clifford Williams
Community Events

Ohio University Chillicothe Library to host 'Inspirational Women of Ross County' exhibit

The Chillicothe Chapter of the American Association of University Women will mount a special exhibit at Ohio University Chillicothe honoring women who have shaped the Ross County community.

Copeland Hall and Uptown Athens are shown on a fall day
OHIO Events

OHIO hosting information sessions for J'COB College Experience Summer Program

The J'COB College Experience Summer Program at Ohio University (July 18-25, 2026) on the Athens Campus is an exceptional leadership development opportunity for students.

Geoff Dabelko and Sam Crowl hold the Faculty Sustainability Award that as presented to Dabelko
OHIO Community

Sustainability Awards nominations now being accepted

The awards recognize students, staff, faculty, departments and community members or organizations for their outstanding contributions to sustainability at Ohio University or in the local community.

Matt Fox, Water's Embrace Art Exhibit
OHIO Events

Faculty artist Matt Fox brings 'Water’s Embrace' exhibit to OHIO Eastern Art Gallery

The exhibit highlights Matt Fox’s evolving artistic practice and will include a public reception on March 17, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at the Ohio University Eastern Art Gallery.

An aerial image of Ohio University and Athens, Ohio  in the Fall
Career Opportunities

Ohio University advances semiconductor workforce training through equipment donated by Intel

Ohio University has strengthened its efforts to prepare students for careers in Ohio's growing semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sectors with the addition of equipment donated Intel Corporation.

Phillip Howard visits with an elephant
Student Succes

Phillip Howard finds his next career path at Ohio University Chillicothe

When Phillip Howard first stepped onto the Ohio University Chillicothe campus, he was not seeking a life‑changing experience. He simply wanted what he calls “a piece of paper.”

Caden Mayle leads a presentation about the Hopewell Earthworks
Community Impact

Efforts to promote prehistoric earthworks in region continue with OHIO research

The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks in Ohio gained recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2023,

The set on stage for the play, "Leading Ladies"
OHIO Events

OHIO Lancaster Theatre to present ‘Leading Ladies’ and ‘right before i go’ in March

The Ohio University Lancaster Theatre will present two productions this March in the Wagner Theatre, located in Brasee Hall. The performances are open to the OHIO community and the public.

A drone image of Ohio University's Athens Campus, including Baker Center and Alden Library, with the city of Athens in the background and clouds in the sky
Community Service

ANEP analysis helps communities navigate workforce shifts, build long term opportunity

Economic change is reshaping opportunities across Appalachian Ohio, and the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service is helping communities navigate that transition.

The words "Project ECHO - Ohio University Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service" and four images of people working
OHIO Events

Free OHIO seminars on Workplace Behavioral Wellness offer continuing education credits

A new online program offered by the George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service features a collaborative learning approach to assist participants in addressing behavioral health in the workplace.

two female students drawing, one male teacher overlooking their work
Community Impact

Two Appalachian Ohio teachers receive 2026 grants for place-based learning projects

Funded through the Ohio Rural Teacher Fellowship program, the grants will be implemented in spring 2026 and reflect the ongoing impact of regional higher education partnerships in strengthening rural education.

OHIO students talk to a representative at a job fair booth
Career Opportunities

Ohio University Lancaster, OhioMeansJobs partner to host community job fair

Ohio University Lancaster, in partnership with OhioMeansJobs Fairfield County and area nonprofit agencies, will host a community job fair on Tuesday, April 14 in the Brasee Hall Gymnasium.

Three people look at a hand-crafted lamp in the art gallery at OHIO Chillicothe
Art Exhibition

Ohio University Chillicothe to host spring alumni and friends art show

Ohio University Chillicothe’s Patricia Scott Memorial Art Gallery will feature an exhibition of artwork by alumni and friends beginning with an opening reception at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 12.

Dennis Fox
OHIO Events

Theatre returns to OHIO Eastern under the direction of Dennis Fox with 'Spoon River Anthology'

The production brings together students, alumni and community members in a collaborative homecoming that celebrates the lasting impact of theatre on campus and throughout the Ohio Valley.

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