Stories tagged with: Regional Higher Education

White Christmas
Theater

OHIO Lancaster brings Christmas in July to the Lancaster Festival with Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”

Ohio University Lancaster Theater brings festive cheer to summer with its production of Irving Berlin’s "White Christmas" as part of the 2025 Lancaster Festival.

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Alumni Success

Telling the story of Southeastern Ohio: Cathryn Stanley’s journey from student to regional advocate

From early classroom experiences to her current role curating and promoting the region’s rich history, Cathryn Stanley’s path reflects the strength and impact of Ohio University’s regional campus system.

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Community Service

Community groups break ground on Storms Creek garden

Ohio University Southern joins local partners to create a pollinator garden and buddy bench at Storms Creek in Ironton, promoting education, inclusion and community collaboration.

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Career Development

Laura Holbrook joins OHIO Southern as Career Development Coordinator

Alumna Laura Holbrook returns to OHIO Southern as career development coordinator, offering guidance to students and alumni on resumes, job searches, career exploration and more.

Lauren “Wren” Denny
Student Success

Wren Denny leaves her mark in the classroom, on streets of Athens

The Ohio University student’s street mural on East State Street in Athens will celebrated at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, July 4.

Jessica Short
Alumni Success

OHIO graduate Jessica Short champions STEM education

Jessica Short first knew she wanted to teach as a middle school student, but she didn’t realize science would become her passion until her junior and senior years at Unioto High School.

Zanesville - Mock Interviews
Community Engagement

Future educators gain real-world experience at OHIO Zanesville’s mock interview event

In April, senior teacher education interns at Ohio University Zanesville participated in the bi-annual mock interview event designed to prepare them for careers in the classroom.

Summer Solstice Music and Arts Festival flyer
OHIO Alumni

OHIO Southern alumni bring art, music, community spirit to Ironton’s riverfront

Ohio University Southern alumni are leading the 2025 Summer Solstice Festival in Ironton, featuring live music, art, vendors and family activities along the riverfront on Saturday, June 21.

Greg Shaw
Student Success

Breaking barriers: Kilburger Scholar’s story from OHIO Lancaster to doctoral research

When Greg Shaw first stepped onto the campus of Ohio University Lancaster in 2019, he couldn’t have imagined how far his academic path would take him.

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Community Events

Ohio University Southern to host third annual Culture and Heritage Festival on June 14

Celebrate Appalachian culture and Juneteenth at OHIO Southern’s Culture and Heritage Festival on June 14 with live music, vendors, food, and family-friendly activities. Free and open to all.

Zanesville Nursing Eric Bell
Faculty Excellence

Eric Bell: Advancing nursing through education, leadership, compassion

Eric Bell, DNP, is celebrated during Nurse Appreciation Month for his leadership, teaching, and commitment to student success in OHIO Zanesville’s Nursing Department.

Brittany Hodgson, female with blonde hair wearing a black blazer
Alumni Success

OHIO alumna Brittany Hodgson wins national recognition for handcrafted patriotic book

Ohio University alumna Brittany Hodgson earned third place in the NSDAR American Heritage Contest for her handcrafted book inspired by the theme Memorial Continental Hall.

Greg Mehlman
Alumni Success

OHIO alumnus Greg Mehlman inspires future educators through leadership, service

Greg Mehlman, a 2019 graduate of Ohio University Eastern, has built a successful career in education, currently serving as the elementary principal for Shadyside Local School District.

Lisa (Spellman) Wiseman
alumni

OHIO Chillicothe alumna Lisa Wiseman serves her community through banking

After 25 years serving her community through banking, Lisa (Spillman) Wiseman is glad she made the choice to stay in her community to find her future and fuel the region she calls home.

Bennett Hall
OHIO Events

Ohio University Chillicothe to host third annual prevention conference

The theme of the June 13 conference is Rooted in Wellness: Holistic Approaches to Prevention in Southern Ohio. The conference will feature local and state experts passionate about empowering the next generation.

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