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When Evan Schalon arrived in Athens, he was a long way from his hometown in Maryland. But when it was time to graduate, he jumped at the opportunity for one more year at Ohio University.
In 2017, Gene Thrailkill, MED ’62, took what would be his last bow at Ohio University, returning to campus to conduct the Marching 110 and its alumni during a Homecoming performance commemorating the 50th anniversary of the band he built.
The Marching 110 will perform on the College Green on Sept. 29 at 6:30 p.m. as part of the new Concerts on the Green series.
On March 31, Bobcats across the state watched with pride as Governor Mike DeWine highlighted the Ohio University Marching 110 at the end of his daily COVID-19 press conference.
The college experience is transformational. For Sophia Medvid, the contrasts between her first day on campus and the start of senior year are especially significant.
The Marching 110 has selected rising senior Sophia Medvid as its first female field commander to lead the marching band to be “better than the best ever.”
At the heart of the Marching 110 is its drumline, led by section leader Joe Huster, BBA ’19. Members commit 12 hours weekly during the regular football season, balancing their dedication to excellence with the challenges of being college students.
