Experiences
Beyond the Bricks
You’ll always remember your time at Ohio University. Gaining knowledge through interactive courses, making life-long friendships and growing into who you’ll be as a person and a professional is nothing short of life-changing. But it’s what you do after graduation that can make a lasting impact, not just for you, but also for fellow Bobcat grads as well as future OHIO students.
Networking and Career Support
Connect with professionals in your chosen field, create valuable connections and give your career a boost using our alumni resources and benefits.
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Join the Bobcat NetworkBobcat Network is a platform exclusively for Ohio University alumni, students, faculty, and staff that brings Bobcats together for personal and professional networking on a global scale. Connect and reminisce with fellow graduates, see what they have been up to and stay in touch. Expand and leverage your professional network to get introduced to people you should know. Learn about upcoming events in your area. And much more!
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Find Career ResourcesThe Alumni Association is actively fostering career support for Ohio University graduates, offering the Bobcat Network as a centralized hub for alumni connections, job opportunities, and industry-specific engagement.
Forever OHIO, Wherever You Are
OHIO alumni are connecting all over the country. Attend Bobcat Bashes and Alumni events near you — or participate in one of many online programs — and make wherever you are feel like home.
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Raise a Glass on the Bobcat Brew TrailThe Bobcat Brew Trail is a collection of breweries across Ohio owned by Bobcat graduates. By traveling the trail, you will enjoy delicious drinks, connect with Ohio University alumni, support OHIO alumni, and much more! Checking in at designated breweries even earns you special Brew Trail gear.
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Find an OHIO Alumni Event Near YouWhether you're in Ohio or across the globe, explore opportunities to meet and network with other Bobcats. Don't miss the chance to reconnect, reminisce, and build lasting connections with your OHIO community.
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Travel with BobcatsThe Ohio Alumni Association offers tours year-round for Bobcat graduates. These tours take place both domestically and internationally at captivating and exciting locations. During Alumni Tours, you will learn about culture, art, and history from top experts.
Volunteering and Mentorship Opportunities
Whether you’re a first-generation college graduate or have many Bobcats in your family, give back by sharing your experience and wisdom with those following in your pawprints.
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Connect with Prospective, Current or Past Students through an Alumni NetworkThe Alumni Association champions Alumni Networks, officially recognized groups of Ohio University graduates united by geography or shared interests, fostering a collective passion for the university. These networks aim to provide lasting engagement, supporting alumni in various ways such as student recruitment, continuing education, and career networking.
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Mentor the Next Generation by Becoming a Bobcat BuddyBobcat Buddies is a program that pairs recent Ohio University graduates with incoming first-year students to establish an informal and enjoyable mentorship connection. Alumni share their knowledge and experiences, offering support and survival tips, while new students benefit from a unique connection with someone who recently navigated similar challenges.
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Guide Future OHIO Students Through RecruitmentThe Ohio University Volunteer Alumni Admissions Network (VAAN) invites alumni to participate in recruiting future Bobcats. As a volunteer, you become a personal link to prospective students, providing valuable insights to help them understand the exciting and rewarding experience at Ohio University. Alumni can engage in various recruiting programs and events, and are encouraged to refer college-bound high school students who would make great Bobcats
Current Students
While you may not be a Bobcat alum just yet, the Ohio University Alumni Association (OUAA) offers valuable resources for current OHIO students. Explore the benefits and opportunities available to you through OUAA, establishing connections that will support and enhance your student experience.