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Former OHIO and WOUB student Doug Drew establishes fund to support professional development for current WOUB students

Former OHIO and WOUB student Doug Drew is paying his WOUB experience forward with a $125,000 gift commitment to establish an endowment and provide immediate-use funding to help current WOUB students.

Silver Barker

WOUB and E.W. Scripps School of Journalism Student Silver Barker is one of the recipients of the 73 West State Street Award

Ohio University Sophomore and WOUB Student Silver Barker of Shaker Heights, Ohio feels like she is one step closer to reaching her dream thanks to another former WOUBer and generous alumnus.

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OHIO students gain unparalleled experiences and networking opportunities during SXSW

Thirty Ohio University students had the opportunity to take part in one of the most impactful experiential learning opportunities offered for creative professionals, as they spent 10 days at SXSW.

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Alums help showcase Ohio University in new state tourism ad

A new commercial, featuring Ohio University’s historic Athens Campus, was recently released through the state’s tourism brand.

John Curtsinger

WOUB student John Curtsinger awarded two scholarships established by alumni

Ohio University junior and WOUB student John Curtsinger of Paducah, Kentucky, is getting a little help paying his out of state tuition thanks to two former WOUBers and generous alumni.

Eve Ng

Ng provides insight into cancel culture in her new book ‘Cancel Culture: A Critical Analysis’

Eve Ng has published a new book on a phenomenon that has emerged in recent years across social media and in the culture at large – cancel culture.

Henry Heilbrunn

Henry Heilbrunn’s vast career in media and business started at OHIO and WOUB

When Henry Heilbrunn arrived at Ohio University in the fall of 1969, he planned to study journalism to become a writer and reporter.

Amy Szmik

SXSW provides insight and connections into the industry for junior Amy Szmik

Amy Szmik, a junior strategic communication major from Brecksville, Ohio, gained confidence in her career field and connections during her 10-day SXSW experience.

Professor Jerry Miller, Abi Scherer, Zoie Lambert and Maxwell Burton

OHIO students get hands-on experience in political communication at Ohio senatorial debates

The students assisted in event preparation, handled ticketing and media registration, and kept time for the debates.

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From undecided to advising professionals: OHIO advisors got their start in University College

OHIO alumni Ashley Beatty-Smith and Stevi Miller share a passion for helping students, and they have something else in common: both got their start at OHIO as undecided students in University College.

OHIO MDIA students are shown at the Columbus Blue Jackets Video Production Day

MDIA students go behind the scenes with the Columbus Blue Jackets production team

On Tuesday, March 29, students from the School of Media Arts and Studies participated in the Columbus Blue Jackets Video Production Day.

Maya Meade

OHIO student Maya Meade awarded Newman Civic Fellowship

Ohio University junior Maya Meade has been awarded the prestigious 2022 Newman Civic Fellowship.

Andrew DeGirolamo

Senior music production student Andrew DeGirolamo applies experiential learning opportunities like SXSW to personal and professional growth

Andrew DeGirolamo took lessons from the Ohio-in-LA program and used them to get the best personal and professional experience out of SXSW, building relationships with industry professionals.

Julie Elman poses for a picture in her office, with a colorful curtain wall in the background

Getting creative: students find ways to design for 72 days

School of Visual Communication Professor Julie Elman teaches her class lessons in the creative process, including a 72-day project that students are required to create something new each day.

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SXSW opened student Anne Fink’s eyes to new career opportunities and passions

Anne Fink, a senior music production and recording industry major with a marketing minor from Polk, Ohio, found a new career interest during her 10-day SXSW experience.

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