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Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's October 2025 Newsmakers

November 4, 2025 3 min

Ohio University recognized Chad Mourning, Berkeley Franz and Jennifer Grant Weinandy as October 2025 Newsmakers.
Joe Bianco interviews Drs. Chuck Kaminski and Tobi Odunsi in Studio B.
Health and Wellness

Defining Moments podcast shares stories about finding meaning following adversity

October 31, 2025 6 min

For Joe Bianco, Ph.D., co-host of the "Defining Moments" podcast, storytelling isn’t just an art form—it’s a vital tool for understanding, connection and healing.

Julie Roche, Ohio University
Faculty awards

Julie Roche named 2025 Fellow of the American Physical Society

October 30, 2025 2 min

Julie Roche, professor of physics at Ohio University, has been named a 2025 Fellow of the American Physical Society (APS), one of the highest honors in the field of physics.
Anthony Baldasare
Alumni

OHIO alum returns to the Athena Cinema, this time on screen in the horror movie “Shelby Oaks”

October 28, 2025 7 min

Ohio University alum Anthony Baldasare is back at the Athena Cinema, however this time he's not in the audience, but on the big screen! The actor is in the new movie "Shelby Oaks," a buzzworthy horror film haunting theaters just in time for Halloween.
Global Occult
Faculty Experts

A Spooky Season Special: The popular course that's providing OHIO students with a global look at the supernatural

October 28, 2025 8 min

In the midst of spooky season, one Ohio University class is summoning more than just Halloween spirit – it’s also proven so popular with students in recent years that it’s grown to become a favorite fall semester course amongst those eager to study the supernatural within an academic setting in which all perspectives are welcomed.

An OHIO esports broadcast member interviewing squad member after an event.
Esports

Ohio University’s esports certificate offers skills, curriculum, and careers for aspiring gaming professionals

October 28, 2025 7 min

It’s not just about who holds the controller. It’s about who makes the experience happen. Ohio University’s esports certificate trains students for the tech, production, and management roles that power the industry behind the game.
Medical student Libbie Milks speaks with high school students about medicine as part of the LIC.
Student Success

Ohio University’s LIC Program prepares future physicians for underserved communities

October 27, 2025 5 min

A selective, yearlong program for third-year medical students is preparing future physicians who are interested in serving rural and urban underserved communities.
Graduate students at Ohio University
The OHIO Experience

GradImpact initiative shines light on graduate students advancing Ohio University's research excellence

October 24, 2025 2 min

To honor the contributions of graduate students, the Graduate College is excited to announce the launch of GradImpact, a new recognition initiative to celebrate graduate students who have made an impactful difference at Ohio University through their research, teaching, or service. The Graduate College launched the GradImpact series in September 2025.
Federal Government

A message regarding University research operations during the continued federal government shutdown

October 23, 2025 4 min

As the federal shutdown enters its fourth week, University leadership is continuing to monitor this evolving situation, including its current and future impacts on the University’s federally funded research efforts.
Faculty exhibition
Kennedy Museum of Art

Kennedy Museum of Art showcases faculty talent and perspectives in “Art & Process” exhibition

October 22, 2025 9 min

The Kennedy Museum of Art’s latest faculty exhibition, "Art & Process," brings together works from faculty members, offering visitors a look into the diverse methods and personal stories that shape their creative practices.
Cutler Hall is shown surrounded by colorful leaves during fall in Athens, Ohio
Board of Trustees

OHIO Board of Trustees learn about successes on regional campuses, received student affairs engagement update during October Board meetings

October 17, 2025 9 min

The Board of Trustees learned about various successes on OHIO’s regional campuses, such as recent expansions in nursing across the campuses and their stable retention during their October meetings.
Katherine Snyder, Ph.D., associate dean of Student Affairs at HCOM
Faculty and Staff

Katherine Snyder named new associate dean of Student Affairs at Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

October 16, 2025 3 min

The Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine has announced the appointment of Katherine Snyder, Ph.D., as the new associate dean of Student Affairs
Justin Herman promo
Alumni

Between art and service: The design work of Justin Herman opens at OHIO’s VisCom Focus Gallery

October 15, 2025 4 min

 School of Visual Communication alumnus Justin Herman has helped shape the visual language of modern culture—from MTV promos and Paramount branding to animated collaborations with hip-hop legends. 
Urban Bush Women
Visiting artists

Urban Bush Women bring “BOLD” workshops to School of Dance First Year Performance Guarantee program

October 14, 2025 8 min

The OHIO School of Dance welcomed Urban Bush Women, a dynamic Brooklyn-based, Black women-led dance-theater company, for a powerful residency from Sept. 24–27. Their presence brought fresh energy and inspiration, aligning with the school's mission of fostering community and artistic growth.
a bearded professor wearing a hat and glasses shows a leaf specimen to a young student wearing a hoodie
Faculty News

New Faculty to Fuel Research

October 13, 2025 7 min

Meet the 12 faculty who joined Ohio University this fall to help inform its research future.
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