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Keeping Bobcats informed, January 20, 2021

Celebrating Dr. King
Jaylen Braxton and Demetrius Gest led fellow members of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. during the silent march. The annual tradition is sponsored by the fraternity to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and all that he stands for.
Read more about the march (opens in a new window) and join this week's events (opens in a new window).

Food insecurity impacts 30% of college students – don't go hungry!
Access Cats' Cupboard Food Pantry > (opens in a new window)
Donate food items > (opens in a new window)

If you find yourself without somewhere to stay, no matter the reason, we can help.
Learn about community resources > (opens in a new window)
Access temporary emergency housing > (opens in a new window)

38TH ANNUAL STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARDS PROGRAM
Apply for a Leadership Award

This year more than ever we've seen that it is our students who make OHIO strong. Each spring an elite group of leaders are recognized for the impact they made at this institution. Be one of them.
The first step is submitting your application online. (opens in a new window)

PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY
Required COVID-19 Testing

  1. On-campus residents are required to be tested weekly; off-campus students are required to be tested every two weeks.
  2. Don't eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum for 30 minutes before your test.
  3. You will receive your results 24-48 hours later via your student email.

Learn More > (opens in a new window)

WORK ON CAMPUS
Need a job? We got you.

Working for the Division of Student Affairs will help you meet new people, stay busy, and earn money to get on your very own Netflix plan. Or pay for more burritos.

RECREATION - Now Hiring (opens in a new window) - Lifeguard, Maintenance, Kids Programs

DINING - Now Hiring (opens in a new window) - Servers, Food Prep, Dish Washers

HOUSING - Now Hiring (opens in a new window) - Resident Advisors, Housing Ambassadors, Student Services

Apply Now (opens in a new window)

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER
Sign Up for Weekly Tutoring

Would you benefit from a regular meeting with a fellow Bobcat tutor who is eager to see you succeed this semester? Log into TutorTrac (opens in a new window) to sign up for success (opens in a new window).

GET INVOLVED
Bobcat Connect

Create an account and connect with hundreds of student orgs. Not sure which to join? Use the involvement calculator located on the forms tab.
Sign me up > (opens in a new window)

In-Person Seminar
Gather weekly with a small group of students for a half-credit course designed to help you get acclimated to life at OHIO and meet new people.
Let's do this >

CULINARY SERVICES
Eating on Campus? Download the App

The OHIO Eats mobile app (opens in a new window) will connect you with on-campus cafes, markets, and dining options when you want to order to go. Check hours of operation (opens in a new window) and make sure to MASK UP before you stop by any building on campus (opens in a new window) or business in the City of Athens (opens in a new window).

HIGHER EDUCATION LEADERSHIP
Student Trustee

Do you have what it takes to advocate for students at the highest levels of OHIO administration? Apply to be the student trustee for the next school year by Feb. 15.
Read More > (opens in a new window)

GLOBAL OPPORTUNITY
Virtual Community Engagement Fellowship

Do you have interest in global and local community engagement? This fellowship provides meaningful global experiences during a time of reduced travel. Applications are due Jan. 24. 
Read More > (opens in a new window)

QUICK LINKS

Coping Clinics are Social and Supportive
Join a Call Mondays at 3 p.m. > (opens in a new window)

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

Community Art Night with Passion Works
Hop on Wednesdays at 5 p.m. > (opens in a new window)

Asymptomatic testing with Vault Health
Review weekly testing requirements > (opens in a new window)

Published
January 20, 2021
Author
Staff reports