Stories tagged with: J. Warren McClure School of Emerging Communication Technologies

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Student Success

OHIO's 2025 Westin Scholar is first from the College of Business

Fletcher Holquist, a business analytics and management information systems student at OHIO, became the University’s first College of Business recipient of the Westin Scholar Award. His transition from marketing to cybersecurity, supported by faculty mentors and interdisciplinary courses, reflects the critical role of privacy expertise in modern business.

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Emerging Technology

Powering the future: How the McClure School builds talent for the data center boom

As Central Ohio solidifies its role as a key data center hub, the need for specialized talent is surging. Ohio University's J. Warren McClure School of Emerging Communication Technologies is preparing graduates to fill these critical roles through targeted technical and cybersecurity education.

McClure Day 2025
McClure School Day

Students, alumni and faculty participate in McClure School Day 2025

Each year on McClure School Day, students get the chance to learn about possible career paths and the state of the technology industry from Ohio University alumni and experts in the field.

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Student Leaders

42nd Annual Leadership Awards celebrate student initiative at Ohio University

The event recognized individuals and groups who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, service and commitment to the OHIO community. The evening concluded with the selection of OHIO’s new student trustee.

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Unique Learning Opportunities

New partnership brings increased experiential learning opportunities for cybersecurity students

Ohio University students studying cybersecurity will now have increased opportunities to get professional training and earn industry credentials.

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Esports

Good Game

At OHIO, esports goes far beyond screens and stats.

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Faculty news

Faculty experts roundup

Between new findings on ancient hominins' arrival in Europe, recognition in the sciences, publications, conference presentations, grants and awards, OHIO faculty had a busy winter season.

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Emerging Creatives

From Kenya to Ohio: Bridging continents through music

How this MFA student went from virtually attending OHIO’s Music Industry Summit from Kenya to becoming the host of an official MIS podcast.

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Cybersecurity

Which cybersecurity degree path is best for you? Exploring Ohio University’s options

Develop cybersecurity expertise at Ohio University. Explore specialized degrees in engineering, operations and business, meeting critical industry needs in a growing field.

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Student Success

Building the future: Student capstone project enhances University network architecture

Enriching the student experience through real-world collaboration.

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Alumni

Decade-long ECT Mentorship Program yields great results for students and alumni

As the retired vice president of infrastructure delivery at Nationwide Insurance, Jim Gay (BS ’73) knows the importance of networking and connections in the IT industry - literally and figuratively.

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Virtual Reality

Scripps graduate student’s virtual reality project tackles cancer care education

A project led by a Scripps College graduate student is addressing cancer care education through the use of virtual reality (VR), in collaboration with the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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OHIO Events

OHIO celebrates Data Privacy Week 2025 with student award, competition

As part of the week’s activities, the Privacy Office, in collaboration with J. Warren McClure School of Emerging Communication Technologies, proudly announces the return of the Westin Scholar Award.

ISACA Fellowshios 2025
Fellowships

Six ITS students awarded ISACA fellowships

Senior Bernard Berchie was awarded the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Central Ohio Chapter Cybersecurity Fellowship this year.

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Community Impact

Bridging the digital divide: Ohio University Eastern empowers communities with 5G Readiness Certification

This groundbreaking initiative, offered at no cost to participants, combines online learning and hands-on training to prepare community members for high-demand careers in the rapidly growing 5G industry.

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