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OHIO Student Expo - Creativity and Discovery

Reminder: OHIO Student Expo is April 8

April 3, 2025

The Ohio University community is invited to visit the OHIO Student Expo on Tuesday, April 8 in the Walter Fieldhouse and view the displayed projects showcasing the outstanding work of OHIO students.

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OHIO faculty, staff invited to April 11 programs on community engaged scholars, research

March 26, 2025

Ohio University faculty and administrators are invited to two upcoming events focused on the Community Engaged Scholars program and Community Engaged Research.

OHIO Giving Day 2025 - April 2

OHIO Giving Day is set for April 2: Donate to make a difference

March 25, 2025

Ohio University’s sixth Giving Day kicks off at midnight on Wednesday, April 2, inviting alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends to celebrate all Ohio University has been and is, by giving to the funds that matter most to you and to current and future Bobcats. Our goal this year is 3,110 donors. Together, we can ensure OHIO’s next era is the best one yet.

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ARMY ROTC military ball event date Saturday, April 26 event time 5:00 PM — 9:00 PM event location Convocation Center
New Adventures First-Year Outdoor Orientation Trip Grayson Highlands Backpacking event date Thursday, June 26 event time All Day
New Adventures First-Year Outdoor Orientation Trip Appalachian Trail Backpacking event date Wednesday, July 16 event time All Day
New Adventures First-Year Outdoor Orientation Trip Boundary Waters Canoe event date Sunday, August 10 event time All Day
New Adventures First-Year Outdoor Orientation Trip Red River Gorge Rock Climbing event date Monday, August 18 event time All Day

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When Leanne Ford couldn't find a major that fit at Ohio University, she designed her own degree. With the flexibility of the specialized studies major, she was able to put together courses in art, graphic design, public relations, advertising and retail for a focus that she called "integrated retail communications." A self-taught interior designer, Ford is an HGTV star whose signature aesthetic trends across Instagram.

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