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Ohio University updates Parental Leave Program to better benefit employees

Ohio University has updated its Parental Leave Program to better assist OHIO’s benefits-eligible faculty, administrators and bargaining unit staff.
Keynote speaker Gilbert Liu, MD, at Health Scholars Research Symposium

Ohio University Health Scholars Research Symposium recognizes medical and health student researchers

Students attending the second annual OHIO's Health Scholars Research Symposium gained a deeper understanding of Medicaid and how they can make a difference in the lives of those who rely on Medicaid.
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Ohio University recognized as one of nation’s best midsize employers by Forbes

Ohio University has been named one of “America’s Best Midsize Employers” in 2024 by Forbes, ranking ninth among public universities that were included in the list.
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Student Spotlight - Liliana Kijek

Liliana Kijek talks about the Ohio University experience.
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Baker Peace Conference to focus on 'Democracy in Decline?' on Feb. 22-23

The Contemporary History Institute will host the 2024 Baker Peace Conference, themed “Democracy in Decline? The Politics of Pluralism, Participation, and Populism,” on Feb. 22-23.
The Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholars

Undergraduates, shape your future and our region via research scholar positions at the Voinovich School

Are you an OHIO undergrad eager to dive into the world of research? Several Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholar funded positions are available for the 2024–2025 academic year.
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OHIO receives an extension to its APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation, a nod to its continued support of Southeast Ohio

The Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) has extended a highly competitive community and economic development designation to Ohio University.
Pediatrician Gilbert Liu, MD

OHIO Health Collaborative hosts research symposium featuring educator and pediatrician Gilbert Liu, M.D.

On Friday, Feb. 2, the 2024 Health Scholars Research Symposium will showcase work impacting the future of health in Ohio and beyond, with special guest speaker Gilbert Liu, M.D.
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OHIO graduate students invited to register for the Three Minute Thesis® competition

Interested students are encouraged to apply early when registration opens online on Friday, Jan. 19, at 8 a.m. Participation will be capped at 32 entrants.
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OHIO undergraduate students invited to register for the OSCARS Impact Competition

Interested students are encouraged to apply early; registration for the competition opens Monday, Jan. 24, at 9 a.m. and will be capped at 32 entrants.
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OHIO to host Health Scholars Research Symposium Feb. 2

All students, faculty, staff and area residents are invited to the event, which will be held from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. in Grover Center.
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Geoff Dabelko co-authors chapter in the Fifth National Climate Change Assessment

Geoff Dabelko has investigated the links between environment and security for over three decades, but his most recent endeavor was contributing to the Fifth National Climate Assessment as a co-author.
Actor Philip C. Matthews consults with David Malawista on the film set of a Cine-VR project

‘The sky’s the limit’: Using Cine-VR to revolutionize law enforcement training

An interdisciplinary team at Ohio University is harnessing an explosion in emerging technology to tackle one of the nation’s most pressing problems: How can law enforcement trainers expose officers to potentially flammable, on-the-spot situations, so they can learn de-escalation techniques? An innovative and highly technical solution is being unveiled in perhaps the unlikeliest of places – the wooded hills of Southeast Ohio.
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Student Spotlight: Stephen Renner

Stephen Renner talks about Ohio University.
Representatives of the Ohio University Small Business Development Center pose for a photo

OHIO’s Small Business Development Center receives several awards at statewide conference

The OHIO Small Business Development Center team was recognized as a leader in client satisfaction and performance, receiving the Best Customer Satisfaction award for being the highest rated Center in the state.

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