College of Arts and Sciences Stories

Larry Hayman, Esq.
Legal education

Hayman named to OSBA Board as CLJC receives grant support

June 24, 2026 2 min

Larry Hayman, Esq., director of legal engagement and the Pre-Law Program at Ohio University, has been appointed to serve on the Ohio State Bar Association’s Board of Governors for the 2026-2029 term.
600 Spectrometer
Spectrometer Unveiling

Ohio University unveils powerful new 600 MHz NMR spectrometer, expanding research opportunities for faculty and students

June 24, 2026 6 min

A new high-tech spectrometer is helping Ohio University researchers see the unseen. By revealing molecular structures with extraordinary precision, the instrument is poised to accelerate discoveries in fields ranging from medicine and drug development to advanced materials and chemical research.
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Student Success

Office of Student Success and Academic Innovation names Kasey Daniel executive director for University Advising

June 23, 2026 2 min

The executive director will play a key role in advancing a coordinated, student-centered advising model that helps students navigate academic requirements, connect with resources and build clear pathways to graduation.
Shawn Stover and students
Alumni Leaders

OHIO's Sociology and Anthropology Department presents Community Partner Award to Shawn Stover

June 22, 2026 4 min

Shawn Stover, who earned his bachelor’s degree in social work and psychology from OHIO in 1989, serves as the coordinator for the Athens County Reentry Program.
Connor Gaugler
Student Trustee

Governor DeWine appoints Connor Gaugler as new student trustee to OHIO Board of Trustees

June 11, 2026 2 min

Ohio Governor Mike Dewine recently appointed a new student member to the Ohio University Board of Trustees. Connor Gaugler was named a student trustee on April 3, 2026.

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Community Impact

Telling Our Story: OHIO Southern students help document the African American experience in Appalachia

June 8, 2026 5 min

Faculty and students at Ohio University Southern are documenting the African American experience across the tri-state region, as part of a nine-county Appalachian heritage initiative.
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OHIO News

Ohio University shares update on proposed plans to restructure select academic programs in compliance with the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act

June 1, 2026 3 min

These program mergers will ensure compliance with the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act (AOHEA) low degree conferral protocols.
David Wilhelm
Alumni Leaders

OHIO alumnus David Wilhelm named as Konneker Medal winner

May 28, 2026 5 min

Internationally known entrepreneur and leader David Wilhelm has been named as the winner of the Konneker Medal for Commercialization and Entrepreneurship. 
OHIO students, faculty and staff who work with the OSC stand together in front of a chalkboard in an OHIO classroom
OHIO Community

Ohio University researchers turn to Ohio Supercomputer Center as computing demands grow

May 28, 2026 4 min

OHIO students and researchers are using the Ohio Supercomputer Center to take on complex, data-intensive work—from simulating medical research problems to creating digital art with artificial intelligence.

Abla Dzifa Gomashie
International arts

Ghana’s culture minister visits OHIO to discuss the fusion of art, culture and innovation

May 27, 2026 4 min

The Honorable Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Ghana’s Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, delivered a keynote speech on the intersections of art, culture and innovation during her visit to OHIO’s Athens campus for the Global Arts Festival International Conference.
David Drabold
Faculty Experts

Bridging the atomic and real worlds: Dr. David Drabold’s new study transforms thermal modeling

May 27, 2026 3 min

The work presents a breakthrough framework that connects atomic-scale physics directly to real-world device performance, an enduring challenge in materials science. 
College students walking on a trail, next to large trees in Dysart Woods
Student Experiences

OHIO Honors course connects students to stewardship, history at Dysart Woods

May 27, 2026 5 min

Students from Ohio University’s Athens and Eastern campuses recently participated in an immersive Honors course at Dysart Woods focused on conservation, stewardship and experiential learning.

Class Gateway on Ohio University's College Green
Annual Awards

Recognizing OHIO excellence

May 22, 2026 1 min

Celebrating contributions and achievements from students across the University for the 2025-26 academic year.

A hand pointing too a laptop that has the word "slop" oozing out of it.
Faculty Experts

What is ‘AI slop’: OHIO AI faculty experts explain

May 20, 2026 10 min

If you’ve been on social media or the internet in the past year, you’ve likely encountered “AI slop.” Three AI-focused OHIO faculty experts define and explain the phenomenon across their different disciplines.
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OHIO Online

Ohio University launches fully Online Master’s Program in Psychology

May 15, 2026 4 min

Ohio University is expanding access to graduate education in psychology with the launch of a new fully online Master of Science in Psychological Science, beginning Fall 2026.

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