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Learning on the road: Bobcats explore the world on spring break

May 12, 2026 8 min

Ohio University students excelled academically in their classes and research during the spring semester, but many also took part in incredible learning experiences across the globe.

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OHIO Commencement

Caps, gowns and confetti: Spring Commencement 2026

May 6, 2026 4 min

Ohio University honored the graduates of the Class of 2026 on May 1 and 2 for all they have accomplished, while also giving them advice as they begin the next steps in their journeys.

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Faculty Excellence

Registration now open for Faculty as Mentors program

April 30, 2026 2 min

The Faculty as Mentors: Reimagining Learning at OHIO program was developed by faculty for faculty.

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Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

April 29, 2026 10 min

OHIO's faculty filled spring semester with research, publishing, travel and awards.

Students in the Scripps College of Communication gain hands-on experience with audio editing in the School of Media Arts & Studies.

Research Excellence

Opportunity Abounds

April 28, 2026 6 min

Ohio University is among the nation’s select R1 Opportunity Universities and the only university in Ohio to earn both coveted titles.

Student Research

Student Enhancement Awards presented to 26 OHIO students

April 28, 2026 4 min

Ohio University has presented Student Enhancement Awards to 26 students from a wide range of majors.

Student Success

OHIO Chillicothe teacher candidates sharpen interview skills with local educators

April 24, 2026 3 min

OHIO Chillicothe’s graduating education majors participated this week in mock interviews with local educators and administrators to sharpen their interview skills and prepare for the job search.

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Faculty Excellence

OHIO honors faculty for outstanding teaching, research, commitment to student success

April 22, 2026 9 min

The 2026 Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony celebrated the winners of numerous prestigious awards including the Presidential Teacher Award, Provost’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and University Professor Award.

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Community Events

Learning beyond the classroom: Rural Teacher Corps plans Family Hike at Dysart Woods

April 22, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Eastern’s Rural Teacher Corps is bringing experiential learning into the community through a Family Hike at Dysart Woods on May 3.

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Class Notes

Spring 2026 Class Notes

April 21, 2026 1 min

See what fellow OHIO alumni have been up to in recent months.

Education Faculty

Last Word with DeQuindre Hughes

April 21, 2026 6 min

A recent addition to OHIO’s Department of Counseling and Higher Education faculty brings an invigorating perspective to the classroom to teach the next generation of counselors.

Student Success

From inspiration to impact: Preparing to lead the next generation

April 17, 2026 4 min

Inspired by a family of educators and strengthened through hands-on classroom experiences, William Smith is preparing to begin his teaching career in Belmont County.

Community Engagement

“Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” brings community together to share meals and fight food insecurity

April 16, 2026 5 min

The community will come together April 18–19 for “Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” an event combining hands-on food preparation, learning and support for residents experiencing food insecurity.

School counseling

Online, on purpose: Building the next generation of school counselors

April 14, 2026 6 min

The first OHIO Online school counseling cohort will graduate this spring, bringing more qualified school counselors to Ohio schools.

Rankings

Several graduate programs named among the top 100 in nation in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings

April 14, 2026 5 min

U.S. News and World Report has ranked numerous Ohio University graduate programs within the College of Business and the College of Health Sciences and Professions among the top 100 in the nation.

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