Patton College of Education Stories

Haliee Crowe

Ohio University Chillicothe students provide valuable tutoring at Zane Trace Elementary

May 9, 2023

Ohio University Chillicothe has enriched its long-standing partnership with Zane Trace School District with an intensive tutoring program with funding from the Ohio Department of Education.

Lanaé Hobbs-Gazaway

Commencement Spotlight: Lanaé Hobbs-Gazaway

May 5, 2023

Lanaé Hobbs-Gazaway offers this advice for new students: Do not miss out on getting involved with your community. It helps you feel like you belong, and it looks great on your resume.

MacKenna Brown

Commencement Spotlight: Mackenna Brown

May 4, 2023

MacKenna Brown, from Chillicothe, is graduating from the Patton College of Education with her Bachelor of Science in Education with a focus on early childhood and elementary education.

Emily Moore

Commencement Spotlight: Emily Moore

May 4, 2023

Emily Moore, a preschool intervention specialist at Ross-Pike Educational Service District, is graduating from the Patton College of Education with a Master of Education in Reading and a Reading Endorsement.

Lisa Harrison

Lisa Harrison appointed interim dean of the Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education

May 4, 2023

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Elizabeth Sayrs has named Dr. Lisa Harrison interim dean of the Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education.

An OHIO student receives an award

Recognizing academic excellence: The Patton College celebrates student, faculty and staff achievements

May 4, 2023

Students, faculty, and staff gathered in the Baker University Center Ballroom for The Patton College of Education's Awards and Recognition event on April 25, 2023.

Susan Ngbabare

Commencement Spotlight: Susan Ngbabare

May 3, 2023

For Susan Ngbabare, the support and guidance provided by OHIO faculty and staff was invaluable, particularly as an African international student trying to navigate the complexities of studying abroad.

Jodie Penrod

Commencement Spotlight: Jodie Penrod

May 3, 2023

Jodie Penrod's advice for new OHIO students: I would tell someone to not miss the opportunity to engage and immerse yourself in the learning process.

The four children of Frank and Geneva Dilley, from left to right: Dr. Jim Dilley, Dr. Frank Dilley Jr., Ann Dilley, Dr. Josiah Dilley

Ohio University and Dilley family unite to make higher education more accessible for West Virginia students

May 3, 2023

An Ohio University education will be more affordable for select students from West Virginia thanks to a new scholarship fund created by a family with multigenerational ties to OHIO. The Dilley Family Scholarship for West Virginia was established with funding from the Dilley family combined with The OHIO MatchTM funds to create a $1 million endowment.

Teacher candidates

OHIO Chillicothe teacher candidates polish interview skills with local educators

April 27, 2023

OHIO Chillicothe’s graduating education majors recently participated in mock interviews with local educators and administrators to help hone their interview skills and prepare them for the job hunt. 

Spring Cutler Hall

Numerous graduate programs across OHIO ranked among best in nation by U.S. News & World Report

April 25, 2023

A total of 12 graduate programs, spanning numerous academic colleges, were recognized in the U.S. News’ 2023-2024 rankings list. It is important to note that U.S. News & World Report does not rank all graduate programs each year.

Students visit Hyatt Regency in Downtown Columbus.

Restaurant, hospitality and tourism students gain industry experience visiting Hyatt Regency in downtown Columbus

April 22, 2023

Students majoring in restaurant, hospitality and tourism had the opportunity to gain real-life insight into the industry on an immersive trip to Hyatt Regency in downtown Columbus.

The Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony

Ohio University honors outstanding faculty for teaching, research and leadership

April 20, 2023

Ohio University celebrated exceptional faculty members during the Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony on April 5.

Abby Conder Lussier

Abby Conder Lussier named Advocate of the Year by NAFSA, supports international students’ holistic OHIO experience

April 14, 2023

Abby Conder Lussier, an International Student Advisor with International Student and Scholar Services and Ph.D. student in the Patton College of Education, was named Advocate of the Year by NAFSA.

Joan McMath

University community mourns Early Childhood Education Professor Emeritus Joan McMath

April 6, 2023

Early Childhood Education Emeritus Professor Joan McMath was a passionate educator who dedicated her life to improving the quality of education for young children.

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