Keeping Bobcats Informed, April 26, 2023

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Bobcat Parents and Families,

Managing a heavy workload as final exams loom can be a challenging part of college. Parents and family members will often be the first people students turn to when they want to talk through stress this time of year. Supporting your student doesn't have to be a grand or expensive gesture; the little things often mean the most. For example, it's easy to encourage your student to take care of their well-beingbecause self-care can be an essential step when students are under pressure.

After all, finals are only one week, and then it's time to celebrate! If your student is gearing up for graduation, make sure to review the commencement and Kushindawebsites to answer any questions you may run into. The commencement ceremonies will also be live streamed -- be sure to check back on the day of for the link. 

Kindly,
Kathy

Kathy A Fahl, MSW
Dean of Students

Another spring semester is drawing to a close at OHIO, and as you embark on the trek of surviving finals week, here are some resources to help you get through it: 

Last minute cramming? Improve your study strategies and find the best study spaces on campus. Hit up Exam Jam to learn therapeutic techniques to improve performance.

Therapy dogs will be all over OHIO campuses in the next two weeks! Make sure to follow @OHIO_counseling for reminders to meet up and decompress from finals week stress. 

Keep your brain stimulated while enjoying time with friends at Latitude 39's last trivia of the semester. There will be live music too!

Seniors! You’re almost there – just a few more days and you will be proud Ohio University alums. To celebrate all your accomplishments, stop by these events around campus for different activities, snacks, freebies, and celebrations before you walk across the graduation stage! 

As you're gearing up to move out, don't throw away unwanted items, instead, you can donate non-perishable food as well as clothes and gently used furniture to help our community. There are already donation sites located on and off-campus for your use. 

Congrats leadership awardees

This past week, two dozen awards and scholarships were presented to students and student orgs to honor their outstanding leadership and community service across OHIO.

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Ohio primaries

Ohio’s primary election is May 2 and early voting is happening now! Get informed about local candidates and issues. Check your voter registration and follow @OHIOengagement for updated info along the way.

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