Stories tagged with: Community Engagement

A young student smiles and wears a glove while working on a STEM project at a table, and teachers stand nearby
Community Partners

AEP Ohio Foundation, Voinovich School celebrate 10 years of STEM education partnership

The American Electric Power (AEP) Ohio Foundation and the OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service have enjoyed a long-standing relationship.

Dean Emeritus Dennis Irwin
Faculty Experts

Dean Emeritus Dennis Irwin honored by Engineers Foundation of Ohio, elected to leadership position

Dennis Irwin, PhD, PE, FNSPE, was recently elected as the treasurer of the Engineers Foundation of Ohio (EFO) and honored by the organization.

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Alumni Success

Telling the story of Southeastern Ohio: Cathryn Stanley’s journey from student to regional advocate

From early classroom experiences to her current role curating and promoting the region’s rich history, Cathryn Stanley’s path reflects the strength and impact of Ohio University’s regional campus system.

Three people work on outdoor garden space with shovels, rakes, tiller.
Community Service

Community groups break ground on Storms Creek garden

Ohio University Southern joins local partners to create a pollinator garden and buddy bench at Storms Creek in Ironton, promoting education, inclusion and community collaboration.

Alden Library
OHIO Events

OHIO community invited to free book event at Ohio University Press

During July 14–18, take your pick from hundreds of free books from the Ohio University Press office on the first floor of Alden Library.

An instructor from the Ohio Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Prevention  and Promotion points  at a power point screen while leading a class presentation
Community Impact

New training program benefits peer recovery supporters

For people living with addiction, it can be helpful to talk to someone who has traveled the same road to recovery. Peer support has emerged as a powerful tool in addiction and mental health treatment.

Participants in Medical Academy 2025 learn about health care careers.
Health careers

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine hosts 11th annual Medical Academy for high school students

This summer marked the 11th year of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Medical Academy; a program aimed at inspiring the next generation of health care professionals.

audience members listen to speakers at the anniversary event at Jackie O's
OHIO Impact

Voinovich School celebrates 50 years of Environmental Studies with alumni, industry partners at Jackie O's on Fourth

More than 70 alumni, past and present faculty, and staff attended, enjoying an evening of networking and reconnecting with friends old and new.

Participants at Cat Camp smile together for a photo outside while wearing helmets for the ropes course
OHIO Community

Diabetes Institute Cat Camp 2025 fosters confidence, community for youth with T1D

The Ohio University Diabetes Institute hosted its annual Cat Camp June 9-13, welcoming children and teens living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) to a week of connection, creativity and confidence-building.

a student practices listening for a heartbeat in a nursing lab
Nursing

Area high school students explore nursing careers at OHIO Chillicothe’s Bobcat Nursing Camp

A group of high school students from Athens, Gallia, Jackson, Pickaway, Pike, Ross and Vinton Counties gathered at Ohio University Chillicothe on Monday, June 16, for Bobcat Nursing Camp.

Zanesville - Mock Interviews
Community Engagement

Future educators gain real-world experience at OHIO Zanesville’s mock interview event

In April, senior teacher education interns at Ohio University Zanesville participated in the bi-annual mock interview event designed to prepare them for careers in the classroom.

Laurie McKnight, Brent Lane and another individual stand outside, in front of the Williamsburg-Whitley County Airport sign in Kentucky
Regional impact

Appalachian airports prepare for electric aircraft revolution

The Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service was awarded a grant to assess the needs of more than 200 airfields to handle Advanced Air Mobility planes, including manned electric aircraft and drones.

Summer Solstice Music and Arts Festival flyer
OHIO Alumni

OHIO Southern alumni bring art, music, community spirit to Ironton’s riverfront

Ohio University Southern alumni are leading the 2025 Summer Solstice Festival in Ironton, featuring live music, art, vendors and family activities along the riverfront on Saturday, June 21.

Participants in the Frontiers in Nuclear Astrophysics Meeting stand together for a photo outside on the Ohio University campus
Research Excellence

OHIO hosts international events focused on nuclear physics, astrophysics research

Ohio University hosted graduate students, professors and research scientists in nuclear physics and astrophysics from around the world in May for two important events.

OHIO Governor Mike DeWine and a member of the Raccoon Creek Partnership stand beside Raccoon Creek
Community Service

OHIO community invited to Racoon Creek Jamboree on June 14

The Raccoon Creek Partnership invites the public to the Raccoon Jamboree at the Lake Hope State Park shelter house and spillway from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 14.

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