Stories tagged with: College of Arts and Sciences

Dan Karney wins EPA challenge to study how power plants ramp to meet demand, California's 'Duck Curve'

October 21, 2022 If the sun isn't shining and the wind isn't blowing, then ramp up the fossil-fuel power plant to fill the gap. But it's not that easy or efficient to run a power grid that way, OHIO economist says.

Appalachian institute expands focus to advance health equity research locally and globally

October 21, 2022 The institute formerly known as the Appalachian Rural Health Institute has broadened its focus beyond rural health and expanded its reach beyond Appalachia. It now operates as the Appalachian Institute to Advance Health Equity Science (ADVANCE).

OHIO faculty experts discuss the origin and progression of horror in society during Oct. 26 Ask the Experts

October 21, 2022 Experts from the College of Arts and Sciences and OHIO Chillicothe discusses the origins and progression of horror in society and pop culture during an Ask the Experts on Oct. 26.

Quarter After Eight kicks off fall reading series featuring alumni, graduate students

October 20, 2022 The Quarter After Eight literary journal kicks off a Fall 2022 reading series featuring Ohio University's creative writing English graduate students and QAE staff reading their stories, essays, and poems on Oct. 26.

Funding available to support student research and creative activity

October 20, 2022 The Student Enhancement Award offers competitive awards up to support undergraduate, graduate, and medical student research, scholarship, and creative activities. Applications are due Jan. 19, 2023.

Alumni News | David Prentice's book about Vietnam echoes questions about Afghanistan withdrawal

October 18, 2022 Historian David Prentice is making important contributions to the history of the Vietnam War and to the question how wars end.

Streamlined OURC/Baker Fund process offers larger awards, expedited process for smaller proposals

October 18, 2022 The Research Division has combined two faculty grant programs into one streamlined process to support research and creative activity.

Jack Pepper to discuss 'Athens County COVID-19 Pandemic Response: Community Resilience, Partnerships and a Little Luck' on Oct. 28

October 18, 2022 The Geography Department Professional Speaker Series features Jack Pepper discussing the "Athens County COVID-19 Pandemic Response: Community Resilience, Partnerships and a Little Luck,” on Oct. 28.

Science Café features Lynn Harter exploring 'The Poetics and Politics of Storytelling' on Nov. 2

October 17, 2022 Ohio University's Science Café presents Lynn Harter exploring "The Poetics and Politics of Storytelling" on Wednesday, Nov. 2.

Jordan Zdinak takes her research on Athens lynching to the American Political History Conference

October 15, 2022 Jordan Zdinak has already illuminated a little-known part of Athens history with her work on the lynching of Christopher Davis. Now she's expanding her research to lynchings across the Midwest.

OHIO faculty asked to complete the outdoor classroom survey

October 15, 2022 Sustainable Living Hub Coordinator Kyle Butler is asking the University community to complete this quick survey.

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Two seniors receive awards for work with Ohio Innocence Project chapter

October 14, 2022 Seniors Jocelin Arbenz and Aleah Bates took home awards when members of the local chapter of the Ohio Innocence Project attended "Forging Forward: A Conference for OIP-u Leaders, Advisors, and Educators."

OHIO sophomore uses experiences abroad and on campus to amplify Hispanic culture

October 14, 2022 Through experiences offered at OHIO, Alyssa Cruz had the opportunity to connect with background on a trip abroad to Spain while making an impact back home at Ohio University.

Women’s Center to host series of panel discussions titled ‘Let’s Talk About Reproductive Rights’

October 13, 2022 “Let’s Talk About Reproductive Rights: A Series” is a three-part discussion on the history, politics and social justice aspects of reproductive health.

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Menard Family George Washington Forum hosts 'The Culture Wars: A Discussion' on Oct. 20

October 12, 2022 The Menard Family George Washington Forum will host "The Culture Wars: A Discussion" at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, in Galbreath Chapel on College Green.