Stories from 2023

WOUB and the Post collab

WOUB and The Post collaboration expands experiences for both organizations

Student leaders of WOUB Public Media and The Post have forged a new collaboration to expand learning experiences and audience while retaining independence at each news medium.    

two students sitting together, with design poster on the left.

Interior architecture student leverages evidence-based design to improve short-term care facility concepts

Emma Grubb uses evidence-based design to improve short-term care facility experiences.

MacKenna Brown

Commencement Spotlight: Mackenna Brown

MacKenna Brown, from Chillicothe, is graduating from the Patton College of Education with her Bachelor of Science in Education with a focus on early childhood and elementary education.

Emily Moore

Commencement Spotlight: Emily Moore

Emily Moore, a preschool intervention specialist at Ross-Pike Educational Service District, is graduating from the Patton College of Education with a Master of Education in Reading and a Reading Endorsement.

David Koonce

David Koonce named dean of the Graduate College

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Elizabeth Sayrs has named Dr. David Koonce as dean of the Graduate College, effective immediately.

Lisa Harrison

Lisa Harrison appointed interim dean of the Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Elizabeth Sayrs has named Dr. Lisa Harrison interim dean of the Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education.

Dr. Gillian Ice

Gillian Ice named interim associate provost of global affairs

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Elizabeth Sayrs has named Dr. Gillian Ice as the interim associate provost of global affairs, effective May 15.

An OHIO student receives an award

Recognizing academic excellence: The Patton College celebrates student, faculty and staff achievements

Students, faculty, and staff gathered in the Baker University Center Ballroom for The Patton College of Education's Awards and Recognition event on April 25, 2023.

Dr. Francine Childs, Ohio University Department of African American Studies professor, 1988. Courtesy of Ohio University Libraries
In Memoriam

University Community mourns Francine Childs, African American Studies Professor Emerita

The Ohio University community mourns the passing of Dr. Francine C. Childs, Professor Emerita of African American Studies, the first tenured Black professor at Ohio University.

Jenna Cunningham

Commencement Spotlight: Jenna Cunningham

Jenna Cunningham is the Vice President of the 2023 BSN Class, and a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing.

Mackenzie Ridenour is shown with her family members

Up for the challenge: Ohio University Southern student is Outstanding Graduate

Mackenzie Ridenour knew what she wanted, and that Ohio University Southern was the place to get it. 

Jacob Howard
Student Success

Commencement Spotlight: Jacob Howard

Jacob Howard chose OHIO Lancaster for its affordability and proximity to home. He will be graduating summa cum laude this spring with a bachelor of science in communication studies. 

The four children of Frank and Geneva Dilley, from left to right: Dr. Jim Dilley, Dr. Frank Dilley Jr., Ann Dilley, Dr. Josiah Dilley
All in the Family

Ohio University and Dilley family unite to make higher education more accessible for West Virginia students

An Ohio University education will be more affordable for select students from West Virginia thanks to a new scholarship fund created by a family with multigenerational ties to OHIO. The Dilley Family Scholarship for West Virginia was established with funding from the Dilley family combined with The OHIO MatchTM funds to create a $1 million endowment.

Certificate programs in automation

Ohio University launches two new certificate programs in automation and mechatronics

OHIO has adapted to the growing demand for skilled manufacturing technicians by offering two new five-course certificates in automation and mechatronics.

Cassidy Serger in front of Stocker Hall

Commencement Spotlight: Cassidy Serger

Cassidy Serger is a Mechanical Engineering major and mathematics minor graduating from the Russ College of Engineering and Technology.

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