All News Stories

What killed the penny: OHIO economist shares his two cents on the retiring of the cent

December 4, 2025 6 min

The penny was one of the first coins made by the U.S. Mint in 1793, but as of November 2025, it is no longer being produced. Ohio University Professor of Economics Roberto Duncan provides some insight into what led to the end of the popular coin.

Ohio University SPJ members stand together and hold the national award

National Leaders

Ohio University student journalism organization adds to record-setting performance with 11th title

December 4, 2025 3 min

The Ohio University chapter of Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) was honored with its 11th national Outstanding Campus Chapter of the Year award during SPJ’s national conference.

Individuals from regional STEM programs pose for a photo in front a wall that says Tri-State STEM

Community Impact

Voinovich School’s efforts enrich local STEM learning opportunities, new online resources available

December 4, 2025 3 min

Students throughout the region are getting an early start on STEM education exposure thanks to initiatives overseen by Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.

OHIO Announcements

Ohio University Press books garner top honors in African studies

December 4, 2025 3 min

Ohio University Press proudly announces that several of its recent publications have received prestigious awards from leading scholarly organizations.

Snow covers the ground, trees and buildings at Ohio University's Athens Campus

OHIO Announcements

Ohio University gives final approval to two policies, invites feedback on interim policies

December 4, 2025 3 min

The Ohio University Executive Staff Policy Committee and OHIO President Lori Stewart Gonzalez have moved four policies forward and placed three policies up for community review.

Snow covers the trees and buildings on OHIO's campus from this view from the top of Jeff Hill

OHIO Events

Join OHIO-DAN for a year-end accessibility wrap-up

December 4, 2025 1 min

The OHIO Digital Accessibility Network (OHIO-DAN) will host its year-end session on Thursday, Dec. 18, highlighting accomplishments from 2025 and previewing next year’s shift to quarterly sessions.

Streamers fall from the Convocation Center ceiling while President Lori Stewart Gonzalez congratulates a large crowd of graduates at Spring Commencemenbt

Commencement

Ohio University to celebrate Fall Commencement on Dec. 13; announces Spring 2026 Commencement schedule

December 3, 2025 2 min

More than 950 students are expected to participate in Ohio University’s Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 13.

Human Resources

University emergency closure policy reminder

December 3, 2025 2 min

As the winter weather season begins, Ohio University Human Resources wants to remind the OHIO community about the University’s emergency closure procedures.

Podcast

Sustaining the community

December 3, 2025 2 min

In the latest episode of "Ask the Experts," Dr. Sam Crowl discusses OHIO initiatives and shares everyday tips to support a greener future.

Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's November 2025 Newsmakers

December 3, 2025 2 min

Ohio University recognized Lawrence Witmer and Jim Strode as November 2025 Faculty Newsmakers.

Fall Commencement

OHIO Distinguished Professor Dr. Kevin Mattson to speak at Fall Commencement

December 3, 2025 2 min

Ohio University Distinguished Professor Dr. Kevin Mattson will deliver the keynote address at the Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Dec. 13.

John Kopchick and Char Kopchick stand with the award winners, who are holding their awards

OHIO Research

OHIO students, faculty honored with John J. Kopchick Awards for biomedical research

December 3, 2025 2 min

The John J. Kopchick Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB)/Translational Biomedical Sciences (TBS) Awards support innovative biomedical research across disciplines at Ohio University.

Student Success

Ohio University awarded federal TRIO Student Support Services Grant to advance student access and success

December 3, 2025 3 min

Ohio University has been awarded a five-year, $1.3 million grant for a TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

Bobcats Rally on the Hill members gather on the Athens Campus

Student Experiences

Bobcats Rally on the Hill builds campus engagement, belonging

December 3, 2025 4 min

When Ohio University Chillicothe students Johnathan Roberts and Maelynn Quigley realized the campus needed more opportunities for students to connect outside the classroom, they acted.

Education

Stevens Literacy Center renamed the Stevens Center for Literacy and STEM Education, amplifying research, outreach and collaboration; open house set for Dec. 4

December 2, 2025 6 min

The Stevens Literacy Center has been renamed the Stevens Center for Literacy and STEM Education, reflecting its expanded focus on research, STEM collaboration and community partnerships.