Stories from November 2022

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Institute for International Journalism to use grant to boost local media in South Africa

OHIO’s Institute for International Journalism is partnering with the Association of Independent Publishers in South Africa on a one-year effort to develop strategies for sustainable local news media.

Revenue from mineral rights on Ohio University regional campus will fund scholarships, student success opportunities for Appalachian students

All revenue generated from the unitization of mineral rights at OHIO Eastern will be used in a new fund for scholarships, student success initiatives, and experiential learning opportunities.

Kevin Rittberger

German playwright and director shares unique theater practices with students

Kevin Rittberger, a playwright, director, curator and journalist, is “trying to figure out what we can explore in theater when we think about a more-than-human world.”

McCracken Hall

Dr. Tommie Radd Professorship officially launches

Ohio University’s Gladys W. And David H. Patton College of Education has officially launched the Dr. Tommie Radd Professorship in School Counselor Education for the Department of Counseling and Higher Education.

International Education Week virtual

OHIO to celebrate 2022 International Education Week Nov. 14-18

This annual celebration seeks to champion the excellence of Ohio University’s global engagement through education, research, teaching and experiential learning.

Members of the Communication and Development Studies program

Communication and Development Studies program celebrates 35 years

The Communication and Development Studies program is marking its 35th anniversary this fall with a two-day conference and celebration on Nov. 14-15 on Ohio University’s Athens campus.

Members of Ohio University Speech and Debate team are shown at a tournament

Speech Team = Ohio University strong

OHIO's Speech and Debate team starts strong, mid-term elections highlight the reach and prominence of Scripps-trained professionals, experiential learning pays dividends, and alumni publish new books.

Deborah Swegan

OHIO senior earns Air Force Health Professions Scholarship

Deborah Swegan, an Air Force ROTC cadet and senior at Ohio University, was recently awarded a competitive scholarship to pay for medical school.

Official Ohio University list of holiday observance dates

As indicated in Ohio University’s Policy and Procedure 41.125, University Human Resources annually issues an official list of holiday observance dates.

Ohio University to close Dec. 25 for Winter Break Closure, reopen Jan. 3

The Winter Break Closure Plan (WBC) calls for closure of Ohio University from Dec. 25 through Jan. 1 each year. The University will return from the upcoming WBC on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023.

Reminder for OHIO employees about paid time off protocol

University Human Resources (UHR) issues the following guidance to the OHIO community regarding the upcoming holidays, usage of paid time off and alternative work arrangements.

2022 Honey for the Heart Parade

Honey for the Heart parade returns to Uptown Athens

The Honey for the Heart parade made a triumphant return to Uptown Athens with a spectacle showcasing community collaboration and the spirit of Athens.

OHIO Lancaster to offer evening classes at Pickerington North High School

Ohio University Lancaster will offer four evening courses at Pickerington North at the start of the spring 2023 term, for both Ohio University and high school students enrolled in college-credit plus.

Students stand together holding a large white board with writing all over it in a parking lot

Rough Cut Collective provides filmmaking opportunities for OHIO students

Rough Cut Collective, a student-run short film organization at Ohio University, provides students with many filmmaking opportunities and recently completed a short film competition.

Hannah Louck, portrait

'Don't let imposter syndrome hold you back,' Hannah Louck tells first-year students

Ohio University student Hannah Louck has some advice for first-year students: "Don't let imposter syndrome hold you back."

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