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What killed the penny: OHIO economist shares his two cents on the retiring of the cent

December 4, 2025

The penny was one of the first coins made by the U.S. Mint in 1793, but as of November 2025, it is no longer being produced. Ohio University Professor of Economics Roberto Duncan provides some insight into what led to the end of the popular coin.

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OHIO Distinguished Professor Dr. Kevin Mattson to speak at Fall Commencement

December 3, 2025

Ohio University Distinguished Professor Dr. Kevin Mattson will deliver the keynote address at the Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Dec. 13.

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OHIO students, faculty honored with John J. Kopchick Awards for biomedical research

December 3, 2025

The John J. Kopchick Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB)/Translational Biomedical Sciences (TBS) Awards support innovative biomedical research across disciplines at Ohio University.

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Exhibit: Enslavement & Abolition in Antebellum Texts & Contemporary Artists’ Books Friday, December 5 All Day Alden Library
Economics Seminar Friday, December 5 3:45 PM — 5:00 PM Bentley Hall
Physics Colloquium | Enhancing Reaction Predictions in the Rare-isotopes Beams Era, Dec 5 Friday, December 5 4:10 PM — 5:00 PM Walter Hall
Exhibit: Enslavement & Abolition in Antebellum Texts & Contemporary Artists’ Books Saturday, December 6 All Day Alden Library
Cultural Dialogue Session: Discover The Gambia, West Africa Saturday, December 6 3:00 PM — 4:30 PM Athens Public Library
Exhibit: Enslavement & Abolition in Antebellum Texts & Contemporary Artists’ Books Sunday, December 7 All Day Alden Library

Faculty Commentary Series

Perspectives on Ukraine: NATO and the Transatlantic Alliance

History Professor Ingo Trauschweizer introduces a series of video commentaries on Ukraine and international security by OHIO professors and alumni. He kicks off the series talking about NATO and the transatlantic alliance.

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