Ohio University Southern Bobcats invade the Ashland Town Center [VIDEO]

Photographer: Angy HallThe 'Selfies with Rufus' station is popular for visitors during Bobcat Invasion. Dean Pennington and her husband, Jonathan, took time out for a photo during the event.

Faculty, staff and student ambassadors from Ohio University Southern took over the Ashland (Kentucky) Town Center on Aug. 3 in a recruiting and informational event known as "Bobcat Invasion."

Various academic programs and student services set up booths throughout the mall concourse for the evening to meet prospective students. Visitors stop by for degree brochures and financial aid information, including details on in-state rates for Kentucky and West Virginia students who qualify.

"It's a relaxed atmosphere which allows the Ohio Southern faculty and staff to meet Tri-State area residents who're interested in learning more about our more than 30 degree programs," said Southern Campus Dean Nicole Pennington. "Events such as Bobcat Invasion help us get out and meet potential students in time for them to apply for fall semester."

Photographer: Angy HallThe Southern Chapter of the Ohio University Alumni Association table was a popular spot for Southern Campus graduates to stop.

Photographer: Angy HallElectronic Media program director Don Moore, Dean Pennington and production assistant Ernie Hall showcased some of the EM program's new equipment .