Keeping Bobcats informed, November 18, 2020

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK

Celebrating Global Connections
Explore all that the 2020 virtual International Education Week (opens in a new window) has to offer, including video stories (opens in a new window), lectures and presentations (opens in a new window), food (opens in a new window), film (opens in a new window), and more. Consider recognizing a deserving scholar with kudos (opens in a new window) and share your experiences on social media using #OHIOIEW2020 (opens in a new window).

COUNSELING & PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

Free, Anonymous Mental Health Services 
OHIO will now provide all students free access to Togetherall, a 24/7, online, peer-to-peer mental health community (opens in a new window) that is not contingent upon residence in the state of Ohio. Students can access the service anytime (opens in a new window) with an OHIO email address.   

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

New Presidential Health Directive
Prior to being permitted to access campus each semester and on a recurring basis throughout spring, all students with a presence on campus will be contacted to schedule a COVID-19 test. Read the complete directive (opens in a new window) and review all six together (opens in a new window).

UNIVERSITY COMMUNICATION & MARKETING

Call for Website Feedback
OHIO has established panels for user testing (opens in a new window) university websites. It is an opportunity for a wide range of Bobcats to offer feedback, and participants earn $10 for each session.
Sign me up! (opens in a new window)

STATEWIDE COLLEGE STUDENTS UNITE

Why Will You Stay Safe?
Students from around the state share why they are choosing to follow public health directives this season.
Watch Video > (opens in a new window)

How Will You Stay Safe?
Learn about the ways students are adapting their travel plans and activities to keep themselves and their loved ones safe.
Watch Video > (opens in a new window)

HEALTH & SAFETY

OhioHealth Hotline and Testing On Campus
Governor DeWine has specifically asked college students to test before going home to minimize spread, and OHIO is offering easy access to testing resources (opens in a new window) and a new line-up of available appointments. Please note Holiday Hours for the COVID-19 Hotline (opens in a new window), and email covidoperations@ohio.edu (opens in a new window) to schedule a free test.

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Graduating During a Pandemic: Finding a Job in Uncertain Times
Join this alumni panel on Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. to hear from a panel of recent OHIO graduates about how they found new jobs and careers in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
RSVP Now > (opens in a new window)

SCRIPPS COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION

OHIO Talks: Diversity and Inclusion in the 21st Century
OHIO alumnus Eric Peterson will share insights from his career as vice president for diversity dealer relations at General Motors U.S. during a TedTalk-style presentation on Nov. 19 at noon.
Register Now > (opens in a new window)

11/20 - 12/22 MARK YOUR CALENDAR 
Review these upcoming dates to stay on top of comings and goings at OHIO.

11/20 In-Person Classes
Last day for in-person instruction.

11/21 Remote Instruction
All courses take virtual format for last three weeks.

11/25 - 11/29 Thanksgiving Break
University closed, no classes in session.

12/1 Job Search Workshop
Prepare for the job market.

12/4 Withdrawal Deadline
Drop courses (opens in a new window) to receive 'W' on academic record.

12/5 Last Day of Classes
Fall semester courses conclude.

12/7 - 12/11 Finals Week
All final exams and projects will be completed virtually.

12/15 Spring Housing
Assignment details and move-in information.

12/22 Nominations open
Recognize students for leadership awards (opens in a new window).

QUICK LINKS

COVID-19 Campus Advisory System
Review new housing color code > (opens in a new window)

Trans [Plays] of Remembrance Festival
Support final performance Nov. 18 > (opens in a new window)

First-Year Learning Communities
Apply to be an LC Leader > (opens in a new window)

Managing Uncertainty and Anxiety
Join a coping clinic > (opens in a new window)

Tuesday Night Laughs
Enjoy live comedy every week > (opens in a new window)

Ohio University COVID-19 Dashboard
Review current testing & case counts > (opens in a new window)