Southern Campus Stories Tagged with: Student Success

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Career Development

Laura Holbrook joins OHIO Southern as Career Development Coordinator

Alumna Laura Holbrook returns to OHIO Southern as career development coordinator, offering guidance to students and alumni on resumes, job searches, career exploration and more.

Alumni Gateway
Academic Achievement

OHIO announces spring semester 2025 student academic achievement lists

OHIO is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of more than 11,100 students who officially qualified for the President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for spring semester 2025.

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National Recognitions

Ohio University Southern named an “Opportunity College” by Carnegie

Ohio University Southern is among fewer than 300 universities in the country to have earned designation as an “Opportunity College and University” in the recently released Student Access and Earnings Classification debuted with the updated Carnegie Classifications. Carnegie also recognized OHIO Southern as a “Special Focus” institution for its large percentage of graduates in nursing and health professions.

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Class of 2025

Veteran finds purpose in social work after military service

Military veteran and OHIO Southern graduate Rachel Miller plans to use her social work degree to make a difference in her community.

Mary Brady
Class of 2025

Social work graduate honored with Spirit of Southern Award

Social work graduate and Spirit of Southern award recipient Mary Brady turns personal challenges into purpose after earning her degree and passing the Licensed Social Worker exam.

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Class of 2025

OHIO Southern graduate prepares for career shaping young learners

Early childhood education graduate prepares for a local teaching career after hands-on experiences and strong mentorship at Ohio University Southern.

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Graduation 2025

Social work graduate prepares for career helping others

With a passion for helping others, social work graduate Macy Malone prepares to continue her education and build a career focused on supporting her community.

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University Community

Keynote speaker brings regional roots, real-world advice to OHIO Southern graduation ceremony

Ohio University Southern graduate Stephan Harris returns as keynote speaker for the 2025 ceremony, sharing a message of persistence, community, and the power of asking questions and getting involved.

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Student Success

Beating the odds, building a future

A mother, cancer survivor, and full-time worker, this graduate earned two degrees with a mission to improve the justice system—and she's not done yet.

Alyse Giffin
Class of 2025

Balancing life, work and earning a diploma

With the support of her advisor at Ohio University Southern, Alyse Giffin found a program that built on her existing education and aligned with her career goals.

Chase Lynd
Class of 2025

Building confidence in the classroom

For Chase Lynd, returning to college wasn’t something he had always planned—but it turned out to be one of the best decisions he’s ever made.

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Class of 2025

Turning passion into impact through social work

Brittney Marinich’s time at OHIO gave her more than just a degree—it gave her direction.

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Academic Achievement

OHIO announces fall semester 2024 student academic achievement lists

Ohio University is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of more than 10,900 students who qualified for the President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for fall semester 2024.

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OHIO Awards

Student Social Work Association to be honored at Legacy Awards

The Student Social Work Association at Ohio University Southern will receive the Emerging Leader Award for its work in supporting unhoused populations and promoting social justice.

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OHIO to welcome new, returning students to campus with exciting events throughout Welcome Week 2024

A time-honored tradition at OHIO, Welcome Week 2024 is packed with activities that cater to new and returning students, setting the stage for a successful and vibrant semester.

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