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A rendering of the new Marching 110 practice facility

Fundraising efforts for new Marching 110 Practice Facility drive further toward the finish line as donations surpass $2 million

January 8, 2026 3 min

Ohio University's Marching 110 Practice Facility and Hurley Field are closer than ever to becoming a reality, as OHIO students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, friends and fans have continued to rally together to drive forward this once-in-a-lifetime project.

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Alumni Success

Getting serious about the gaming industry

December 16, 2025 5 min

OHIO alumnus discusses affecting positive societal change through the video game industry.

Alumni Leaders

Fitzgerald brings local development perspective to Voinovich School Advisory Board

December 10, 2025 2 min

The executive director of the Athens County Economic Development Council credits Ohio University for setting her on a career path that aligned with her passion for promoting the area’s advancement.

Alumni Success

Ohio University alumnus Jean-Gabriel Shepherd finds his path in public service, cybersecurity

December 9, 2025 2 min

A 2010 graduate of Ohio University with a bachelor of arts in geography, Jean-Gabriel Shepherd has built a career blending technical expertise, compassion, and an appreciation for learning and teaching.

Alumni Impact

Ohio University alumni bring innovation to gifted education in Chillicothe

December 5, 2025 3 min

Two Ohio University graduates are transforming gifted education in the Chillicothe City School District through a program that blends creativity, technology and individualized learning.

Alumni Leaders

Voinovich School Advisory Board member brings wealth of banking experience

November 26, 2025 3 min

Mike Adelman, president and CEO of the Ohio Bankers League, got his start in public service while completing his master’s degree in public administration at OHIO, where he also earned his undergraduate degree.

Alumni Impact

Beyond the classroom: WGSS in action

November 14, 2025 3 min

A recent Women's, Gender and Sexuality (WGSS) panel helped interested students connect with Ohio University alumni and prepare for life after graduation.

Alumni Leaders

Colonel Jay Johnson exemplifies a lifetime of service, leadership

November 12, 2025 4 min

OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service is proud to celebrate veteran Jay Johnson, director of the Voinovich Academy for Excellence in Public Service, located at OHIO’s Dublin Campus.

Alumni Impact

Gary Allen’s lifelong mission to serve, connect

November 12, 2025 3 min

A dedicated public servant, educator and veteran, Gary Allen has built a career defined by leadership and connection, in the military and the classroom.

Alumni Leaders

OHIO education leads to growth, adventure for first generation college graduate

October 29, 2025 4 min

As a first-generation college student from rural Appalachia, Ohio University alumnus Dakota Tackett never imagined he would become a world-traveling educator with experiences spanning multiple continents.

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Experiential Learning

Alumni profile: Alyssa Manning, grants and funding specialist for Verdantas

October 15, 2025 3 min

Mentor, Ohio, native, Alyssa Manning, BA ’24, MPA ’25, launched her post-graduate school career while staying closely connected to the place that shaped her passion.