Experiential Learning

An Ohio University education reaches far beyond traditional classroom walls. From local waterways to the halls of Congress to international consulting trips, OHIO sets out to connect every student with a unique set of experiences that will move them forever forward. Bobcats are rolling up their sleeves to gain real-world skills and stand out as emerging professionals in many ways. Our team will help you identify and plan the experiential learning opportunities that are right for you. 

Visit us during drop-in hours Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Baker Center 417. No appointment necessary.

Experience OHIO

Search and discover OHIO Experiences that will prepare you for success.

Featured Experience

Find Your Future Experiences

Experiential Learning at SXSW

SXSW brings the future of the technology, film and music industries to the present and OHIO students make connections with some of the biggest names in those industries through experiential learning.

Experiential Learning through Southern Ohio Copperheads

The Southern Ohio Copperheads have been a part of the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League since the 2002 season and have brought on some talented players over their existence, having close to 50 former players drafted by Major League Baseball teams.

Experiential Learning through Project Hoffnung

Project Hoffnung℠ was created in 1997 to help provide cancer outreach programs to Amish and Mennonite communities. Project Hoffnung aims to provide a bridge between the respected beliefs of these cultures and the modern advances in breast cancer care.

News

View All Stories

A group of men stands in front of a house mid-construction

Ohio Men of Excellence Network builds homes and community connections

Ohio Men of Excellence Network students took part in a Habitat for Humanity project in Lancaster, Ohio, working together to build a home for a local family. The experience blended teamwork, service and practical learning, leaving a lasting impact on both the participants and the community.

Read More
Bridget Burkett and Andie Miller working on their project in the CoLab Makerspace

Fostering innovation: Special education students in Ohio University's CoLab

The students in Dr. Jen Newton’s EDSP 4500 course utilized the CoLab’s Makerspace, which houses sewing machines, Cricut smart cutting machines, an embroidery machine, 3D printers, and other craft supplies.

Read More
Ross production control

New production control system enhances learning and quality at WOUB Public Media

A new production control system recently installed at WOUB Public Media is enhancing both the student learning experience and the quality of content for WOUB TV viewers.

Read More

Build Your Story