Stories from October 2019

New OMNI studies look at back pain, age-related weakness

A study by researchers from the Ohio Musculoskeletal and Neurological Institute (OMNI) finds new evidence to support the belief that the nervous system plays an important role in age-related weakness.

Ohio University statement regarding Women’s Panhellenic Association and professional fraternity organizations

As of Wednesday, October 9, Ohio University has received reported allegations of hazing by three sororities governed by the Women’s Panhellenic Association (WPA) and by one professional fraternity.

Former steelworker charts new beginning, earns OHIO degree after job loss

Marty Conley, BSAM ’19, still remembers how it felt to leave the AK Steel factory on his last day. Granted, it wasn’t the first time he had been laid off in his 20 years of factory work, but this...

University seeks proposals for Konneker funds for learning and discovery

Ohio University faculty and staff are invited to submit proposals for support from the Konneker Fund for Learning and Discovery. Proposals are due by 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 15.

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University Libraries honors Lisa Williams during First Draft event

On Sept. 12, University Libraries honored Assistant Professor Lisa Williams during its third annual “First Draft” event for collaborative efforts in support of teaching and research.

Students demonstrate walkable VR at the 2019 XR Showcase in Scripps Hall on the Athens campus

GRID Lab students and faculty to present at major regional gaming convention

In all, 10 students will travel to Columbus for the expo, where they will present on topics including Esports, “walkable VR,” storytelling, and more.

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Save the date for Dads Weekend, Nov. 1-3

Ohio University welcomes fathers and families of their students to participate in the Bobcat experience over an exciting weekend.

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OHIO’s Libraries to Promote Open Access Week with Workshops and Documentary Screening

Alden Library in partnership with the Athens County Public Libraries will host Open Access Week from Oct. 21-27 with events at Alden Library and the Athens County Library at 30 Home St. in Athens.

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University establishes Presidential Global Engagement Fund

The Presidential Global Engagement Fund is intentionally and directly linked to leveraging past, current and future investments in OHIO’s globalization efforts. The application open date is Nov. 1.

Ohio University names 2019 Presidential Research Scholars

Seven faculty members have been named 2019 Presidential Research Scholars for excellence in arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and physical sciences and engineering research.

Presidential Research Scholars

University names 2019 Presidential Research Scholars

Seven OHIO faculty members were named 2019 Presidential Research Scholars for excellence in arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and physical sciences and engineering research.

Ohio University provides update on Interfraternity Council organizations

As of Monday, Oct. 7, 2019, Ohio University has received reports alleging hazing by members of nine of the 15 Interfraternity Council organizations on its campus.

Notable Alumni Award

Notable Alumni | Julia Applegate Leads Fight Against HIV While Serving Those in Need Graphic for College of Arts & Sciences Notable Alumni Award

Julia Applegate has a goal shared by more than 250 global, national, regional, state and local organizations—end the HIV epidemic in the United States by 2025.

1804 & so much more, Homecoming 2019

Ohio University announces Homecoming Court 2019

Online voting for the 2019 Homecoming king and queen is open! Homecoming King and Queen will be announced during the Homecoming football game on Saturday, Oct. 12.

Notable Alumni Award

Notable Alumni | Grace Eberly Works at the Intersection of Religion and Healthcare

Grace Eberly combined her love of world religions with an aptitude for biology. Now she’s in her final year as a medical student at OHIO’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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