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OHIO experts explain the benefits of going to school in a vibrant college town

October 24, 2019 5 min

Nestled in the foothills of Appalachia, Athens, Ohio — the home of Ohio University — has it all. At least, according to MSN.com, which recently named Athens the best college town in the state of Ohio.

OHIO MFA students present work in a variety of studio art forms in “Fourteen Seconds” exhibit

October 24, 2019 1 min

OHIO’s School of Art + Design presents “Fourteen Seconds,” an exhibition of new work from second-year graduate student Master of Fine Arts candidates in the Art Gallery from Oct. 22 to Nov. 8.

In August, community health worker trainees use virtual reality tech to immerse themselves in the impact of Narcan, an anti-overdose drug. Photo by Ellee Achten, BSJ '14, MA '17

I will walk with you

October 23, 2019 3 min

Community health workers are known by a lot of names: outreach worker, patient advocate, public health aide. Some think "cheerleader" could be added to the list. They are trusted community members who connect those in need of health services to healthcare resources and advocate on their behalf.

Facilities Management and Safety recognizes September Employees of the Month

October 23, 2019 4 min

This month’s winners are Cory Dorton and Randall Zimmerman (Bargaining Unit) and Tiffany Sanders (Administrative Staff). All OHIO employees are invited to nominate FMS employees for this award.

OHIO’s Faculty Senate sponsored “Money Matters, an informative discussion” to share more about the university’s budget

October 23, 2019 4 min

Ohio University’s senior administrators are actively having conversations with faculty and staff on campus about the impact of the University’s budget.

Ohio University brings health professionals across state together for first Community Symposium on Opioid Interventions

October 22, 2019 6 min

Ohio University President M. Duane Nellis provided opening remarks during the Community Symposium on Opioid Interventions and made clear OHIO’s commitment to helping solve the state’s opioid epidemic.

Mentors matter

October 22, 2019 3 min

Julie Suhr entered Luther College in 1984 and became the first person in her family to go to college. Today, Suhr serves as a mentor to Ohio University’s first-generation students. Ohio Today asked her to unpack how those relationships have shaped her. Her story follows. — Editor

Ridges Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Oct. 22

October 22, 2019 1 min

The Ridges Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 22 in Ridges Building 21, 105 Leadership Room.

Grounds Services working hard to keep Athens Campus trees healthy

October 22, 2019 6 min

OHIO Landscape Coordinator Susan Calhoun recently shared some of the measures the University takes every day to keep them alive and healthy and several ways the community can help.

Notable Alumni | John Wetzel Manages the Chemistry of Drug Discovery, Development

October 21, 2019 2 min

Since 2005, Dr. John M. Wetzel has been self-employed as the Principal of at Wetzel Chemistry Consulting LLC, providing chemistry leadership for clients in both drug discovery and drug development.

McCabe to promote OHIO research with Dayton area partners

October 21, 2019 2 min

As senior executive director for research partnerships, McCabe will grow externally funded research in partnership with corporations, government agencies and other universities in the Dayton area.

OHIO Distinguished Professor Dr. Steven Evans named 2019 Fall Commencement Speaker

October 21, 2019 2 min

OHIO announced today that Distinguished Professor and Co-Director of the Center for Intervention Research in Schools, Dr. Steven Evans, will serve as the 2019 Fall Commencement Speaker.

Notable Alumni | John Wetzel Manages the Chemistry of Drug Discovery, Development

October 21, 2019 2 min

Since 2005, Dr. John M. Wetzel has been self-employed as the Principal of at Wetzel Chemistry Consulting LLC, providing chemistry leadership for clients in both drug discovery and drug development.

Notable Alumni | Emily Dunlap Advocates for Trafficked and Exploited Persons

October 21, 2019 4 min

As a Staff Attorney at Advocating Opportunity, Emily Dunlap provides free legal services and advocacy to trafficked and exploited persons in Ohio.

From left, Abraham Kitchen, Andrew Ladd, and Vanessa Thiel sort recyclables at Ohio University's Campus Recycling center on November 15, 2016.

Bobcats Recycle names winners for Battle of the Greens

October 21, 2019 1 min

Teaming up with Housing and Residence Life, the Campus Recycling Team has promised to throw a pizza party for the winners from each Green.