The Marching 110 performs during OHIO's Homecoming Parade.

The Ohio University Marching 110 voted the #1 college marching band in the nation by USA TODAY

The “Most Exciting Band in the Land” has earned the top spot in the 2026 USA TODAY Sports Readers’ Choice Award for Best College Marching Band.

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Faculty conversations

Ask the Experts: American inheritance

We discuss the legacy of the Declaration of Independence with the organizers of OHIO’s upcoming conference celebrating the document’s 250th anniversary.

Three OHIO students work on equipment in a nursing lab on OHIO's Athens Campus

Nursing rankings

Online RN to BSN program named best in the nation out of public universities by AllNurses

Ohio University’s online RN to BSN program has been recognized as the top program in the nation out of public universities by AllNurses.com.

Advancing Health

New patent from OHIO researchers could pave the way for more effective growth hormone therapies

Researchers at Ohio University have filed a patent after using advanced molecular simulations to uncover, for the first time, how a pioneering growth hormone drug works at the atomic level—a discovery that could pave the way for a new generation of more potent treatments for growth hormone disorders.

HCOM student and family celebrate scholarship

Scholarships

Kettering Health, Ohio University surprise 39 medical students with first-year scholarships

What began as a mysterious invitation from the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine turned into an unforgettable surprise for 39 incoming medical students and their families.

Emily Stokes sits at a table and discusses a project with members of the Mayors Partnership for Progress

Student Success

Voinovich Research Scholar’s journey winds through Appalachian towns to White House

Emily Stokes’ journey is a prime example of how Ohio University strives to give students a solid educational experience while also providing them with opportunities to grow through its external partnerships.

a student holds out a piece of lettuce to a giraffe

Honors experiences

Walk on The Wilds side

Environmental restoration is the focus of an OHIO Honors special topics course that takes students on an overnight trip to The Wilds, a conservation center in Southeast Ohio.

OHIO welcomes nearly 7,700 new students across all campuses and online

Increased interest in professional fields, continued momentum in Athens undergraduate enrollment, rising four-year graduation rate and growing College Credit Plus enrollments demonstrate students’ focus on return on investment.

Students enjoy Welcome Week convocation.

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Friends since BSO

An aerial view of the Ohio University campus and City of Athens.

There’s no place like Athens: Home of OHIO named best college town in Midwest, top 10 in nation

Ohio University Music Industry Summit 2026

OHIO Music Industry Summit continues to draw students, alumni and professionals

wide shot of Commencement at the Convocation Center as green confetti explodes over the graduating class of 2026

Caps, gowns and confetti: Spring Commencement 2026

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Ask the Experts Podcast

Hear from OHIO's engaging field experts, students and those influenced by thought-provoking subjects and their modern relevance.

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Upcoming Events

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Sept. 30

Fall Career and Internship Fair

Baker University Center Ballroom

OHIO students can connect with recruiters, explore industries and practice their networking skills while seeking an internship or job.

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McDavis Hall

Ohio University to celebrate the opening of Roderick J. McDavis Hall on Sept. 25

Ohio University will celebrate the grand opening of Roderick J. McDavis Hall from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25, at the new residence hall, located at 6 Nelson Drive in Athens.

OHIO Events

OHIO community invited to State of the University Address on Sept. 9

All members of the Ohio University community are invited to attend the State of the University Address in person or online on Wednesday, Sept. 9.

Hon. Yvette McGee Brown stands with her husband Anthony Brown and Rufus the Bobcat.

Alumni Leaders

Family justice advocate Yvette McGee Brown named 2026 OHIO Alumna of the Year

Ohio University will honor the Honorable Yvette McGee Brown, BSJ ’82, as its 2026 Alumna of the Year, celebrating a career spent protecting Ohio’s children and expanding access to justice statewide.

OHIO Events

Artist, writer Suzanne Coley to lead special events at OHIO in September

Ohio University will welcome well-known book artist, printmaker and writer Suzanne Coley to campus in September for a series of events.

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OHIO in the News

The Columbus Dispatch

Ohio University Marching 110 earns USA TODAY honor, besting TBDBITL

The Marching 110 was voted the best college marching band in the nation by USA Today.

August 31, 2026

WOUB

Research from Ohio University’s John Kopchick looks for the benefits of slowing growth hormone as we age

John Kopchick's work has been focused on how suppressing growth hormone can help treat certain diseases, with his latest research looking at how this hormone suppression may help slow aging.

August 17, 2026

The Scioto Post

Working Nurses Advance Careers Through OHIO Chillicothe’s LPN-to-RN Track

Experienced healthcare workers across Southern Ohio are taking the next step in their careers through Ohio University Chillicothe’s LPN-to-RN Advanced Placement Track.