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Southeast Ohio suffers from unprecedented drought

Southeast Ohio and northwest West Virginia are currently experiencing a drought so severe that many counties have been designated as natural disaster areas.

Scholarships

Annual Dinner and Golf Outing supports students in the McClure School

After 22 years, the Thomas Lonsbury Scholarship Event is still going strong in support of J. Warren McClure School of Emerging Communication Technologies students.

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OHIO Online

OHIO Online delivers exceptional value, ranked among best online colleges in Ohio for affordability by OnlineU

OHIO Online was recently ranked among Ohio's most affordable, accessible options for those looking to continue their education.

OHIO Physician Assistant program students honing their clinical skills using a medical simulation mannequin.

Student Success

Ohio University PA program achieves 100% pass rate for second year

For the second year in a row, OHIO's PA program has a 100% pass rate on the PANCE certification exam, proving our excellence. A rigorous curriculum, dedicated faculty, and hands-on experience prepare graduates for successful careers.

Students were encouraged to register and vote in 2020.

Community Engagement

Ohio University recognized for excellence in student voter registration and turnout

ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge recognized Ohio University for its nonpartisan democratic engagement efforts that fostered high levels of student voter engagement in the 2022 midterm elections.

Cultural exchange

School of Music unites with Ghanaian brass musicians for cultural exchange and performance

A blossoming partnership between the School of Music and Ghanaian musicians continues to develop in ways that benefit students and audience members alike.

Faculty Awards

Dr. Christian Drischler receives 2024 NSF CAREER Award to advance research, educate students and community

OHIO's Dr. Christian Drischler was recently recognized with the prestigious NSF CAREER Award for early-career faculty and scientists. Through funding from the award, Drischler will advance the scientific community's understanding of theoretical nuclear physics and nuclear astrophysics.

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Alumni invited to celebrate with Scripps events during Homecoming Weekend

Ohio University Homecoming Weekend 2024 is quickly approaching, and Scripps College of Communication alumni are invited to a full slate of college events.

Rankings

Ohio University named the best value public university for fifth consecutive year

Once again, Ohio University has ranked as the top public university in the state of Ohio for best value, according to U.S. News and World Report.

Announcements

Gregory Simmons named as Vice President of Advancement

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez has named Gregory Simmons as Vice President of Advancement effective Nov. 4, 2024.

OHIO Alumni

Online master of communication program is the perfect fit for students who graduate early or have one more year of NCAA eligibility

OHIO students who graduate early or have one more year of NCAA eligibility are realizing one of the best ways to use that time on campus is to pursue an online master of communication degree.

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OHIO Today

OHIO then, tomorrow and always: Announcing the all-new OHIO Today

On Friday, Sept. 20, Ohio University launched a re-envisioned online storytelling hub that serves as the centerpiece of a new, expanded OHIO Today content brand.

Alumni & Friends

The Cohns' love of media and each other developed at Ohio University and WOUB

Like many other Ohio University graduates who worked at WOUB, the station has a special place in the hearts of Aaron and Karen (Rafalski) Cohn.

The Athena Cinema expands Fall 2024 programming

After 15 months of partial closures to conduct necessary structural renovations, The Athena Cinema is proud to announce the re-opening of two of its theaters just in time for an expanded slate of fall programming.