Top 10 most-read OHIO Today stories of 2024
From the total solar eclipse to transformative gifts and top national rankings, OHIO Today captured events and achievements that defined 2024. Dive into the year’s most-read stories and relive the moments that made Bobcat history.
December 19, 2024
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As another exciting year at Ohio University comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the stories that resonated most with our Bobcat community. From groundbreaking achievements to inspiring people and unforgettable moments on campus, 2024 was filled with stories worth celebrating.
We’ve rounded up the Top 10 most-read OHIO Today articles published in 2024—a mix of milestones, triumphs and moments that made headlines beyond campus. Whether you’re catching up or simply revisiting, these stories showcase the best of what it means to be a Bobcat.
10. Top 10 majors at Ohio University: See the most in-demand programs
What do Bobcats study most? This popular story highlighted OHIO’s top majors, reflecting students’ interests, career aspirations and the University’s broad academic strengths.
9. OHIO exclusive: Dr. Amy Acton shares insights from early pandemic with medical students
Former Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Amy Acton visited OHIO’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine students, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and lessons learned from navigating the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.
8. Ohio University's online MBA ranked among the top in the nation
OHIO’s online MBA in the College of Business continued to shine in 2024, earning top national rankings for its flexibility, innovation and student success.
7. Athens: Ohio’s Best College Town
In 2024, the online travel site “Far & Wide” confirmed what we already knew: Athens is Ohio’s best college town. From Court Street to the Hocking River, this visual feature captured what makes Athens not just a place to study but a place to call home.
6. Ohio University leads state in several medical rankings: U.S. News and World Report
2024 was a standout year for OHIO’s medical programs as U.S. News and World Report recognized the University for excellence across multiple categories, putting it at the forefront of healthcare education in Ohio.
5. Ohio University’s Housing Master Plan to further elevate students’ residential experiences
This year brought big plans for on-campus living, as OHIO unveiled its vision to create even better spaces for Bobcats to live, learn, and thrive in their homes away from home.
4. OHIO’s College of Fine Arts to be renamed following transformational gift commitment from Jeffery Chaddock and Mark Morrow
A historic $20 million gift from Jeffery Chaddock and Mark Morrow to OHIO’s College of Fine Arts bestowed a new name on the college and promises to elevate support for students pursuing their creative passions.
3. Ohio University's total enrollment climbs again
Bobcats are on the rise—here, there, and everywhere. OHIO saw another year of enrollment growth, with gains across undergraduate, graduate, and online programs.
2. Breaking down everything you need to know about the April 8 solar eclipse
It’s no surprise that the biggest celestial event of the year made this year’s Top 10 OHIO Today stories, especially considering the path to view the total eclipse wove right through the state of Ohio. Astronomy Assistant Professor Tom O’Grady of the College of Arts and Sciences’ Astrophysical Institute broke down the Whys and Hows of 2024’s solar eclipse.
1. How AI is transforming the creative economy and music industry
It seems each day brings more breaking news on artificial intelligence. Ohio University’s School of Media Arts and Studies in the Scripps College of Communication is helping students thrive on the frontlines of a creative revolution.
"[AI] is a tool set that is far beyond the scope of anything we have seen in human innovation to this point,” school director and music industry Associate Professor Josh Antonuccio says in the story. “...That change will be across the board in creative industries."
That’s a wrap for 2024! OHIO Today shares stories about the great work happening within the Bobcat community. Join us throughout 2025 as we tell the OHIO story — and amplify student and faculty success, our collective community outreach and worldwide impact, research achievements, alumni engagement and much more.