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Schoen will help elevate humanities in new Ping Institute professorship

June 18, 2021 7 min

Dr. Brian Schoen brings his expertise to his new role as the James Richard Hamilton/Baker and Hostetler Professor of the Charles J. Ping Institute for Teaching of the Humanities.

Ohio University to observe Juneteenth holiday on June 18

June 17, 2021 3 min

This afternoon, President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, establishing June 19 as a federal holiday.

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University Announcement

OHIO launches new initiative to help support faculty and implement academic programs

June 17, 2021 2 min

During the OHIO Board of Trustees meeting, Executive Vice President and Provost Elizabeth Sayrs and Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer Brad Cohen announced the launch of a new initiative.

University College alumnus Justin Cox joins Reynoldsburg Police

June 17, 2021 4 min

Justin Cox earned his associate degree in applied science through the Law Enforcement Technology Program (LET) at Ohio University Lancaster in 2020 and has begun work toward a BCJ.

Students, leaders, guests enjoy return to in-person Bobcat Student Orientation

June 16, 2021 6 min

After taking place remotely during 2020, Bobcat Student Orientation (BSO) has returned to being a largely in-person event.

University Update

OHIO announces new public health measures

June 16, 2021 3 min

President Sherman and the Public Health Operations team announced on June 16 new public health measures for OHIO’s campuses.

Emma Rice poses for a picture in the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (LBNL), with the number 13 out of 30 total circuitries needed to build GRETA (Gamma Ray Energy Tracking Array)

OHIO Goldwater Scholar studies nuclear physics in national California lab

June 16, 2021 5 min

Ohio University student Emma Rice, an upcoming senior and physics major in the Honors Tutorial College, was recently named a 2021 Goldwater Scholar for her physics research.

Ohio University mourns the passing of alumnus and Foundation Trustee Emeritus Thomas Weihe

June 15, 2021 3 min

The Ohio University community is saddened by the passing of Thomas Weihe, BSED ’61, a dedicated alumnus who leaves a more-than-50-year legacy of philanthropy and service.

OHIO Lancaster Announces Spring 2021 Dean’s List

June 15, 2021 4 min

The following students have been named to the Ohio University Dean’s List while attending classes at the Lancaster campus for spring semester ending May 1, 2021.

Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration Deborah J. Shaffer announces retirement from Ohio University

June 15, 2021 2 min

Effective Aug. 20, 2021, Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration Deborah J. Shaffer will transition to a one-year term as Special Consultant to the Ohio University President.

Call for New Program Ideas

June 15, 2021 4 min

Both the Academic Planning and Strategy Group and the International Opportunities Think Tank recommended support for the development of innovative academic programs.

A message from President Hugh Sherman, OHIO’s next chapter begins today

June 14, 2021 2 min

A message from President Sherman: Today, after serving Ohio University in many different positions over 25 years, I am stepping into a new role as President of our incredible University.

June Board of Trustees meetings to be streamed

June 11, 2021 1 min

The Ohio University Board of Trustees’ June 17-18 meetings will be from 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. June 17 and 8 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. June 18, and will be in person and livestreamed.

Inclusive Technology

OIT celebrates Pride Month: Using technology to support the LGBTQ+ community

June 11, 2021 4 min

OIT is pleased to celebrate the importance of technology for LGBTQ+ students and share resources with the OHIO community that can help create inclusive and affirming learning environments.

OHIO announces Dr. Mateo Remsburg as Assistant VP for Enrollment Management and Director of Undergraduate Admissions

June 11, 2021 3 min

Dr. Mateo Remsburg has been selected to be Ohio University’s next Assistant Vice President for Enrollment and Director of Undergraduate Admissions (AVPEM).