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Doctoral student Patricia Mora-Criollo wins 3-Minute Thesis competition

February 20, 2020 4 min

Patricia Mora-Criollo, a doctoral student studying Translational Biomedical Sciences, won first-place with her presention “A New Clue for an Old Puzzle: Growth Hormone and Chagas Disease.”

Green Roof coming to Schoonover Center this spring

February 20, 2020 4 min

Ohio University faculty and students are developing a green roof to be installed this spring on the roof over the Schoonover Center lobby.

Ohio University psychology professor publishes study examining the effects of PTSD and substance use on suicidal ideation

February 20, 2020 3 min

An OHIO researcher has published a study in the journal Depression and Anxiety that suggests marijuana use, especially for military personnel experiencing PTSD, may negatively impact suicidal thoughts

Flipping the switch on infection

February 20, 2020 3 min

Most bacterial infections follow a similar path: you get sick, a doctor prescribes antibiotics that target the infection, you get better. But what if scientists could switch off the infection before it started?

The 21st-century classroom

February 20, 2020 2 min

The first question that Larry Hess asks faculty seeking his help integrating technology into their coursework is, “If you ran into a student who took your course five to seven years from now, what would you want them to remember from your class?”

Sustainability Awards nominations due March 11

February 20, 2020 2 min

The OHIO Office of Sustainability is accepting nominations for the 2020 Sustainability Awards. The awards recognize outstanding contributions to sustainability. They are due March 11.

First spring Sustainable Administration Hub Seminar is Feb. 27

February 20, 2020 2 min

Dr. Ryan Fogt, the OHIO Sustainable Administration Hub Coordinator, will kick off the spring Sustainability Hub Seminar Series at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27 in Baker University Center Front Room.

National Civil Rights Conference accepting submissions for 2020 meeting at Miami University

February 19, 2020 1 min

The National Civil Rights Conference is calling for papers, panel sessions, workshops and artistic productions for this year’s session June 22-23 at Miami University.

Last Word: Zijian Diao

February 19, 2020 3 min

Zijian Diao, a professor of mathematics at Ohio University Eastern Campus, has spent his career researching applied mathematics in fields like quantum computing astronomy and speech translation systems. Ohio Today sat down with Diao to learn about his personal side, which includes poetry, firecrackers, and “seeing into the future.”

Joint statement on extension of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement

February 19, 2020 2 min

Ohio University and AFSCME, Ohio Council 8, Local 1699 announce the agreement of an extension of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Parties.

CHSP to host 'Experiencing Health Professions: From Science to Practice' event on Feb. 27

February 18, 2020 2 min

College of Health Sciences and Professions (CHSP) will host “Experiencing Health Professions: From Science to Practice” on Thursday, Feb. 27, from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Grover Center.

Statement on Freedom of Expression at OHIO

February 18, 2020 1 min

On Feb. 17, 2020, various groups were on our campus, expressing varying viewpoints on an issue. Both were within their rights. We take concerns about complex situations like this seriously.

Ohio University’s School of Dance presents the Winter Dance Concert

February 18, 2020 3 min

Celebrating a lineage of artistic inquiry and creative excellence, the Ohio University School of Dance presents the annual Winter Dance Concert for two nights only, Feb. 21–22 at 7:30 p.m.

Ohio University announces search for innovative executive enrollment leader

February 18, 2020 3 min

Ohio University has taken a number of steps to increase future enrollment over the past several months as part of the Catalyze Strategic Enrollment Strategy initiative.

Conference & Event Services to begin taking space reservations for 2020-21 academic year on March 25

February 18, 2020 3 min

Ohio University’s Department of Conference and Event Services is gearing up for its annual Opening Day when the office will open its reservation books for the 2020-21 academic year.