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Alumni & Friends News

May 23
Division of Student Affairs receives $25,000 gift from OHIO parents to support student leaders
Mark Kerrigan and his wife, Susan Van Gelder, recently made a $25,000 commitment to OHIO’s Division of Student Affairs to establish the Kerrigan Family Scholarship.

Ohio University’s Walter International Education Center: One year later
On March 7, 2011, the Walter International Education Center (WIEC) officially opened for business.

May 22
Support sought for Chris Hondros Scholarship Fund at Ohio University
Alumni and faculty of the School of Visual Communication (VisCom) at Ohio University are seeking monetary support to endow the Chris Hondros Scholarship Fund, which will honor the late alumnus and war photographer by supporting a graduate scholar in the school.

May 21
Alumni couple commits $200,000 in support of The Promise Lives Campaign
Bruce and Laura Brege came to HTC in 1974 and 1975 respectively, and although Bruce left to pursue a degree from the College of Business, they are fervent supporters of HTC and its pursuits.

Alumni Association partnership spotlight: Nationwide Insurance
The Ohio University Alumni Association and Nationwide Insurance have been in partnership since December 2010.

May 17
Celebrate Senior Week May 21-25
Seniors, get ready to go out with a bang! Senior Week, hosted by the Ohio University Alumni Association (OUAA) and other campus offices, will be May 21-25.

State Government Alumni Luncheon honors alumni in public service
The 29th annual Ohio University State Government Luncheon hosted by Ohio University President Roderick J. McDavis and the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs took place Wednesday, May 9. The event honored more than 150 alumni involved in service to the state of Ohio at the Athletic Club in Columbus.

May 14
Three sisters create endowed scholarship in honor of their father’s legacy
The Mann family proves that Bobcat pride runs deep. Sisters Julie Mann, Lisa Mann McCormick and Caroline Mann all attended Ohio University, following in the footsteps of their father, Hanly Mann.

May 11
Industrial and systems engineering alumna named Aerospace Pioneer of the Year
Toni (Smith) Brown, a 1980 industrial and systems engineering graduate of Ohio University&##39;s Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering and Technology, recently received top honors from the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) for her work in aerospace assembly and automation technology.

May 10
Stalwart OHIO supporter funds student scholarships for the University’s Promise Lives Campaign
Charles “Chuck” Stuckey and his wife Marilyn are no strangers to Ohio University – nor are they unfamiliar with giving back to his alma mater. The Stuckeys’ most recent gift – $2 million toward the University’s The Promise Lives Campaign – will go to four separate student scholarships, including one for the regional campus that gave Charles Stuckey his start.

Alumni Association partners with Passion Works Studio
The Ohio University Alumni Association (OUAA) is teaming up with Passion Works Studio to produce unique OHIO-themed products for the online Bobcat Store.

Alumni Association’s Monomoy Weekend is June 22-24
The annual Monomoy Weekend, hosted by the Ohio University Alumni Association and the Massachusetts Chapter Serving New England, will be June 22-24 in Chatham, Mass.

Emeriti Association induction ceremony is May 17
The Ohio University Emeriti Association will induct 48 new members on Thursday, May 17.

May 4
School of Music students thankful for past OHIO president&##39;s philanthropy
Robert Glidden, OHIO&##39;s 19th President, and his wife, Rene, established the Robert and Rene Glidden Endowed Music Scholarship to help ensure music majors can get have access to a college degree. The newest recipients have been announced.

Alumni and Friends establish fund for Galbreath Memorial Chapel
An annual giving program that aims to benefit The Helen Mauck Galbreath Memorial Chapel Building (commonly known as Galbreath Chapel) has been established by a group of Ohio University alumni and friends to support and enhance the revered space located on the University&##39;s College Green in Athens.

May 3
May Alumni Association newsletter now available
The May issue of the Ohio University Alumni Association’s newsletter, "OHIO Alumni," is available now to view online.

Apr 30
President Emeritus Vernon R. Alden celebrates 50 years with Ohio University
On Saturday, a crowd of distinguished Ohio University faculty, staff, alumni and guests raised their glasses to toast President Emeritus Vernon R. Alden and the 50th anniversary of his inauguration as the 15th president of Ohio University.

New date announced for Alumni College and Golden Weekend
The annual Alumni College and Golden Weekend will take place July 19-22 at Ohio University in Athens.

University Advancement unveils two new websites
Just as Ohio University entered the final phase of The Promise Lives Campaign, the Division of University Advancement revealed two new websites in support of OHIO’s $450 million fundraising effort, which already has raised more than $388 million in support of OHIO’s students, faculty, programs, outreach and campuses.

Apr 25
HTC celebrates 40 years in style
Alumni and friends from as far away as California and Washington state reunited at 35 Park Place on April 13 and 14 to celebrate the Honors Tutorial College’s (HTC) 40 years of tutorial-based education.

Apr 24
A tradition of giving that began with a love story
Alan Riedel began his undergraduate career at Ohio University in the fall of 1948. He was awarded a full-tuition scholarship, which at the time was $45.

Apr 20
Alumni Leaders Conference celebrates alumni chapters and societies
Last weekend 54 alumni from across the globe representing Ohio University alumni chapters, societies and the Alumni Association Board of Directors attended the annual Alumni Leaders Conference in Athens.

Apr 18
Scripps Alumnus establishes endowed scholarship in honor of friends he lived with at OHIO
Bill Brand of Williamsville, N.Y., who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 1987from Ohio University, visited campus this past weekend to announce the establishment of the 73 West State Award.

Celebrating 50 years of involvement with President Emeritus Vernon R. Alden
On May 11, 1962, Vernon R. Alden was inaugurated as the 15th president of Ohio University. This year, Ohio University Libraries is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Emeritus President Alden&##39;s inauguration with events and accolades.

Apr 17
University Advancement enters final phase of The Promise Lives Campaign for Ohio University during Spring Alumni Weekend
Ohio University entered the final phase of The Promise Lives Campaign during the OHIO Alumni Association’s Spring Alumni Weekend, April 13-15, in Athens. This $450 million effort already has raised more than $385 million in support of students, faculty, programs, outreach and select facilities.

Apr 16
Generations of &##39;Posties&##39; return for The Post 100th anniversary
Hundreds of "Posties" past and present gathered in Athens this weekend for The Post&##39;s 100th Anniversary.

Marching 110 alumni giving surges in honor of Socciarelli
The passing of Ronald Socciarelli, former director of bands and the Marching 110, has inspired many OHIO alumni and friends to unite in honor his life and accomplishments. Socciarelli passed away on Feb. 2 at the age of 79.

Former Bobcat named top &##39;Forty Under 40&##39;
Ohio University alumnus Emilio Collins has been named Sports Administration Journal’s top "Forty under 40."

Apr 12
Alumna has 28 years of continuous giving - and counting
When Denice Korcal left Ohio University in 1984, she did so with an interesting mission: she decided she would give back to the University at least as much as she received in financial assistance as a student.

Apr 9
Ellery Golos Lecture to examine social media
Adam Hochberg, a 1985 Honors Tutorial College graduate, plans to share his media expertise with alumni and students this weekend as part of the HTC 40th anniversary reunion.

Apr 5
Our Day is April 12
Calling all OHIO alumni: Celebrate Our Day with Ohio University on April 12!

Apr 2
April Alumni Association newsletter now available
"OHIO Alumni," the Ohio University Alumni Association’s monthly newsletter, is now available to view online.

Honors Tutorial College celebrates 40 years of academic excellence
Alumni, friends, faculty mentors and former deans will join Dean Jeremy Webster and the Honors Tutorial College (HTC) staff to celebrate the college’s 40th anniversary at the HTC Alumni Reunion on April 13 and 14.

Mar 29
Spring Alumni Weekend is April 13-15
All OHIO alumni are welcome back to campus for the Spring Alumni Weekend, April 13-15.

Gift from OHIO alumnus brings regional campus student to Athens
There are plenty of brilliant young minds that simply need an opportunity to come their way at the right time and place. Such an opportunity materialized for one deserving student with the creation of The Mr. John A. Long Scholarship.

Mar 27
Voice actress Nancy Cartwright to serve as undergraduate commencement speaker
Ohio University today announced Nancy Cartwright – famous for voicing television&##39;s Bart Simpson – as the 2012 undergraduate commencement speaker. She will address graduates during two ceremonies June 9.

Mar 26
The art of education: Giving to a regional campus
Aside from his wife and daughters, the late Robert Morrison, a Zanesville-based pediatrician, had two life-long passions: health care and artwork.

Mar 16
Ohio University Press Event celebrates new book on Athens Asylum
In her upcoming book, "Asylum on the Hill: History of a Healing Landscape," Ohio University alumnus Katherine Ziff cuts through the sensational fog surrounding the Athens mental institution to reveal its early history and purpose in late nineteenth-century Ohio.

Mar 13
Alumni Association brings Dinner with 12 Strangers to Ohio University
Have dinner with 12 strangers and leave with 12 new friends. That is the idea behind Dinner with 12 Strangers, a unique program designed to build a stronger connection between students, faculty and alumni.

Alumni Association plans Bobcat Bash before OHIO vs. Michigan game
The Ohio University Alumni Association and the Ohio Bobcat Club are sponsoring a Bobcat Bash on Friday, March 16, prior to OHIO playing Michigan in the NCAA Men&##39;s Basketball Tournament, Midwest Second Round. The game will be held at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn. with a tip-off at7:20 p.m. CST.

Mar 12
OHIO alumnus recognized as Volunteer of the Year
Phil Nye, a 1954 graduate of OHIO’s College of Business, was recently recognized as "Volunteer of the Year" by Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary in Naples, Fla.

Mar 6
University College B.S.S. graduate speaks on networking and nonprofits
Alumnus Neal Denton met with various faculty and students from University College on Wednesday, Feb. 29, to discuss his work for the American Red Cross, offer career advice and reminisce about his time as a student.

Mar 5
Patton College alumnus talks about the importance of giving
Patton College graduate and current trustee David Brightbill recently spoke about how the college prepared him for his career as executive director of the Washington-Morgan Counties Community Action program.

Students network with Charlotte-area alumni
The ninth annual Charlotte Networking Week (CNW) presented current students with valuable connections and job perspectives outside the state of Ohio.

University College alumni as distinct as their self-directed majors
Ohio Today spoke with five alumni whose opportunities, successes and experiences can be traced back to their individually designed degrees.

Feb 29
Diversity Alumni Advisory Board aims to promote and improve diversity
The Diversity Alumni Advisory Board was recently established to provide expert advice to Ohio University leaders and promote diversity, access and equity on all six Ohio University campuses.

Feb 27
Mich Hein helps fund research apprenticeships
Recently, Mich Hein made a donation to help fund the HTC Research Apprenticeship program. He wanted to ensure that current students have the chance to build faculty relationships and engage in research and creative projects.

Bobcat transcends barriers to school Chinese audiences in American slang
Jessica Beinecke, who graduated in 2008, is one cultural ambassador willing to translate distinctly American phrases for Mandarin speakers.

A conversation with Jim Dine
The latest issue of Ohio Today Online features a behind-the-scenes video pairing images from the summer installation for the exhibition and commentary from Jim Dine’s Nov. 3 campus visit.

Feb 23
In his own words: Teachers are miracles
My mother was a teacher and very much a miracle. It is in her honor that I established a Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education scholarship to benefit pre-service teachers.