College of Business Stories

Representatives of the OHIO - LAIOB partnership stand together for a photo in front of an OHIO banner
Student Success

College of Business and LAIOB celebrate 10 years of partnership, student success

The goal was to create an executive education experience that would open global opportunities for international professionals and strengthen the connection between Brazil and the United States.

Caden Mayle leads a presentation about the Hopewell Earthworks
Community Impact

Efforts to promote prehistoric earthworks in region continue with OHIO research

The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks in Ohio gained recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2023,

Birds-eye view of the Appalachian Mountains.
Venture Capital & Entrepreneurship

Regional investing fund provides new opportunities for students

Three OHIO students were awarded prestigious fellowships through the Appalachian Emerging Investors Fund.

Debbie Antonelli
Alumni Leaders

Debbie Antonelli named OHIO’s 2026 Charles R. Higgins Distinguished Alumnus

Debbie Antonelli, a nationally respected men’s and women’s college basketball analyst for ESPN and CBS, will be honored during OHIO’s Sports Administration Symposium in May at Ohio University.

Cutler Hall on College Green.
Student awards

Three OHIO students win cybersecurity fellowship

Three students were honored by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association with a year-long fellowship that includes professional accreditation and a scholarship.

AI Symposium
Rankings

Ohio University’s Online MBA in Artificial Intelligence ranked 11th nationally

OHIO's Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Artificial Intelligence has been ranked 11th in the nation in the 2026 Best Online MBA in Artificial Intelligence rankings by MastersInAI.org.

Carly Leatherwood
OHIO Community

Leatherwood selected to join Leadership Ohio’s distinguished Class of 2026 fellows

Carly Leatherwood, who serves as Chief of Staff to OHIO President Dr. Lori Stewart Gonzalez, has more than 25 years of communications and marketing experience and possesses a strong background in public service.

Professor Michael Schor
OHIO Community

Honoring a life of impact: Professor Michael Schor

Ohio University Eastern is honoring the life and legacy of Professor Michael “Mike” Schor, whose dedication to students and commitment to higher education left a lasting imprint across the University.

Copeland Hall and Uptown Athens are shown on a fall day
OHIO Announcements

Jackie Rees Ulmer to step down as College of Business dean, Katie Hartman to serve as interim dean

Jackie Rees Ulmer will step down as dean of Ohio University’s College of Business in June 2026 after 5 ½ years in the role and return to teaching.

A large group of OHIO students and employees stand with Bas Baalmans and hold a green flag that says "LEAD"
Student Opportunities

From the Netherlands to OHIO: A global partnership in leadership

Dutch culture and Bobcat spirit were showcased at a fun and educational event made possible by the partnership between OHIO's Walter Center for Strategic Leadership and the University of Groningen.

The winners of the Eco Challenge, along with advisors, hold trophies while standing on stage at the Eco Challenge, and a 1st Place graphic is shown behind them
Student Success

OHIO students come up with innovative ideas in annual Eco Challenge

The Eco Challenge offers students a unique experiential learning opportunity, allowing participants to be active problem-solvers in their community.

An OHIO Online students works on a computer in an office or study
Rankings

U.S. News ranks OHIO Online Bachelor’s programs in national top 30; Veteran and other programs among Ohio’s best

Ohio University’s Online Bachelor’s programs ranked overall among the nation’s best in the latest U.S. News & World Report “Best Online Programs,” placing 29th nationally and third in Ohio.

Newspaper
Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO’s 2025 Newsmakers wrapped: A look back on faculty in the media in 2025

In a year marked by technological change, innovations in science and renewed curiosity about our past and future, faculty emerged as essential voices helping audiences make sense of the world.

Linda Bailiff
Alumni Leaders

After 40 years of public service, Linda Bailiff reflects on her OHIO roots

Linda Bailiff, who recently celebrated her retirement from the Ohio Public Works Commission, remembers her time at Ohio University as the starting point to her successful career.

An OHIO student holds balloons on Court Street
National Recognitions

Ohio University receives 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

The CE Classification represents the leading framework for institutional assessment and recognition of community engagement in U.S. higher education. Awarded following a rigorous self-study process, this classification has recognized outstanding community engagement for 19 years.

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