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Commencement : 2008
2008 Commencement News

Jun 14, 2008
'I think I think' it was a memorable day
The theme of the day was celebration, as evidenced by Dominique Ellison's smile. More than 3,000 graduating seniors took part in separate morning and afternoon undergraduate commencement ceremonies, becoming Ohio University alumni. More...
 
Jun 13, 2008
A short walk after a long road
Spirits were high, sunshine was plentiful and more than one remarkable story emerged as some 700 candidates for master's and doctoral degrees capped off their successes this morning in Ohio University's graduate commencement ceremony. More...
 
Jun 11, 2008
Degree 'tops off' museum director's honors
He may have never pitched Jell-O pudding or starred in his own TV sitcom, but John S. Mattox, founder and curator of the Underground Railroad Museum in Flushing, Ohio, will nonetheless feel special when he accepts an honorary doctor of public service degree Saturday from Ohio University. More...
 
'I like to be a protagonist'
Roy Caple has always lived life front and center. It should come as no surprise, then, that the 81-year-old Caple took the unorthodox step of moving to Athens from his home in Sheffield Lake, Ohio, to pursue a master's degree in Spanish two years ago. Many rigorous courses later, he is ready to collect his diploma this Friday during Ohio University's graduate commencement ceremony. More...
 
Jun 10, 2008
Commencement parking tips
Commencement exercises Friday, June 13, and Saturday, June 14, will affect parking in a number of lots surrounding the Convocation Center, the site of all weekend ceremonies. More...
 
Fulfilling a dream
This week, Pedro Kayser will receive a master's degree in Latin American studies, complemented by minors in economics and international trade. For Kayser, the past two years have meant long nights of studying, a seemingly endless stream of work and the need to sacrifice time with friends and family. But the scope of what he has faced over the past two years makes those obstacles seem small in comparison. More...
 
Jun 9, 2008
Rally towels give way to mortarboards
This weekend, some 3,250 Bobcats will trade the rally towels and pompoms they usually sport at the Convocation Center for mortarboards and tassels as Ohio University hosts commencement ceremonies for undergraduate, master's and doctoral degree candidates. More...
 
Senior Sendoff sparks nostalgia
Four years ago, they marched through the Alumni Gate to begin their careers at Ohio. Friday, seniors gathered on the College Green to eat, hear words of wisdom and retrace their steps through the gate to begin their lives as alumni. Outlook writer and senior class member Breanne Smith shares her thoughts on this first-ever event. More...
 
Jun 7, 2008
OU-COM graduates 106 new physicians
Every doctor pledges to care for and protect his or her patients, swearing to uphold the principles of the ancient Hippocractic oath. On Saturday, 106 people took that pledge during the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine commencement ceremony, joining legions of physicians and surgeons serving Ohio and the nation. More...
 
Jun 5, 2008
University recognizes teaching excellence
Debra Henderson, Scott Titsworth and Pramod Kanwar received the shock of a lifetime as the three were visited in their classrooms recently with some great news: They are this year's Presidential Teachers. More...
 
The benevolent warrior: George Ilodi, D.O.
The same characteristics that earned George Ilodi the "Best Overall Classmate Award" among his peers in the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine will ensure his success as a physician: sincerity, compassion and an ability to connect with just about anyone. More...
 
May 30, 2008
New doctors prepare to serve
When the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine presents its 29th class of physicians and surgeons on the morning of Saturday, June 7, it not only will mark the beginning of a bright future for 106 newly conferred doctors, but the continuation of OU-COM's tradition of serving Ohioans from every corner of the state. More...
 
May 29, 2008
Colleges announce commencement receptions
To honor students receiving degrees this June, Ohio University colleges will host receptions for graduates, their families, faculty and staff. Here's a listing of commencement exercises and college receptions. More...
 
May 28, 2008
Weitsman earns graduate faculty award
Ohio University Professor of Political Science Patricia Weitsman is the 2008 recipient of the Outstanding Graduate Faculty Award. The honor comes with official recognition during the graduate commencement ceremony on June 13 and the role of keynote speaker at the 2009 graduate commencement exercises. More...
 
May 27, 2008
Farewell to round out senior experience
The journey has come full circle for the Class of 2008. As freshmen, members of the class marched behind the Marching 110 up to the College Green. They will march again on Friday, June 6, but this time they will proceed through the Alumni Gate as seniors to conclude the Senior Farewell Ceremony. More...
 
May 23, 2008
Campuses host graduation events
While all individuals earning Ohio University degrees during the 2007-08 academic year are eligible to take part in commencement ceremonies on the Athens campus, students who completed their degree work at the regional campuses across Southeastern Ohio also will be recognized during ceremonies on their respective sites. More...
 
May 22, 2008
Spotlight on student leadership
Organized by the Division of Student Affairs, the 25th annual Leadership Awards Gala set out to honor leaders in all facets of campus life. It did so by awarding honors in 11 categories that recognized students for outstanding community service, academic excellence, senior leadership and more. More...
 
Some 2008 graduates to watch [Ohio Today]
Ohio Today has identified a rich assortment of dreamers and heroes, philosophers and poets, and sage scholars among Ohio University's soon-to-be graduates. Each one you'll meet -- like the 4,000 others they join -- is brimming with potential, poised for greatness. We will share their stories through Outlook in this three-day series. Today, meet Alyson Shupe, Aki Tanaka, Terrez Thomas and Jeremy Wachenschwanz. More...
 
May 15, 2008
Graduation 101: Preparing for the big day
With less than a month remaining in the countdown to Commencement, here's a roundup of information for graduates and their visitors as Ohio University prepares for 2008 graduation ceremonies.  More...
 
Apr 15, 2008
Seniors prepare for busy final weeks
After four Homecomings, three fest-filled spring quarters, hundreds of new friends and more than 200 hours in class, Senior Class Council President Lynn Walsh shares her thoughts and some useful information for seniors as graduation approaches. More...
 
Apr 11, 2008
SI's Peter King to address 2008 graduates
This June, thousands of seniors will be welcomed into the proud alliance of people who call Ohio University their alma mater by one of their own. Renowned journalist, author and alumnus Peter King will speak at the undergraduate commencement ceremonies on Saturday, June 14, at the Convocation Center. More...
 
OU-COM, graduate ceremony speakers named
Ohio University has announced the speakers for this spring's College of Osteopathic Medicine and graduate commencement ceremonies. Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner will speak at the College of Osteopathic Medicine ceremony on Saturday, June 7. Julie Owens, the 2007 Outstanding Graduate Faculty Award winner, will address master's and doctoral degree candidates at the graduate ceremony on Friday, June 13. More...
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2008 Commencement Dates

College of Osteopathic Medicine Commencement
Saturday, June 7, 2008

10 a.m.
Templeton-Blackburn Alumni
Memorial Auditorium



Graduate Commencement
Friday, June 13, 2008
9:30 a.m.
Convocation Center


Undergraduate Commencement
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Convocation Center

9:30 a.m.    
College of Business
College of Fine Arts
Regional Higher Education
Russ College of Engineering and Technology
Scripps College of Communication
University College

2 p.m.
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Education
College of Health and Human Services
Honors Tutorial College





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