Russ College of Engineering and Technology Stories

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Career Opportunities

Ohio University launches two new certificate programs in automation and mechatronics at Chillicothe campus

May 8, 2026 3 min

The Automation Technician and Mechatronics Technician certificates will be offered at OHIO Chillicothe starting in fall 2026.

Recent Ohio University alumnae Cat Gavin, left, and Lara Fogwell, right, design their experiment in a laboratory setting.
Student Success

Recent OHIO grads conduct foundational space farming research with experiment bound for ISS

May 7, 2026 7 min

Three recent Ohio University graduates designed an experiment that will be launched into space and sent to the International Space Station as soon as mid-May. Lara Fogwell and Cat Gavin, along with collaborator Jake Magula, are studying the effects of microgravity on plants, research that may also prove extremely valuable for the future of space farming.
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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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Artificial intelligence

The first to build what’s next: How the initial grads of OHIO’s Artificial Intelligence degree are shaping the future of AI

May 1, 2026 9 min

As members of the inaugural graduating class in Ohio University’s artificial intelligence program, three students share what it was like to launch a new degree, what they learned building real-world AI solutions and where they’re taking their skills next.
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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.
Cutler Hall on College Green.
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.
Brandon Petrie stands next to Rufus the mascot and another OHIO student and next to a Russ College of Engineering and Technology booth
Student Spotlight

Expanding circuits

April 23, 2026 5 min

How engineering major Brandon Petrie shares his enthusiasm for invention and technology through outreach to local students.

OHIO and Kokosing officials stand together for the ribbon cutting ceremony at the Kokosing Teaching Laboratory
Student Opportunities

Ohio University celebrates grand opening of Kokosing Teaching Laboratory

April 23, 2026 3 min

The one-of-a-kind facility will provide Ohio University students with new opportunities to work and learn together on real-world construction projects.
Scott Miller
Alumni Leaders

OHIO graduate’s professional journey leads to Russ College leadership position

April 14, 2026 5 min

Scott Miller’s decades-long service to Ohio University has covered the gamut of the institution’s vital role in advancing the interests and needs of the Appalachian region.
Spring 2026
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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Giving Day

One Day, One OHIO: Celebrate OHIO Giving Day 2026 on April 8 and donate to move OHIO forward

April 1, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s seventh annual Giving Day will take place April 8, 2026, engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University to take part in giving to causes they feel most passionate about supporting.
Science Café - Ohio University
OHIO Events

Science Café to feature Professor John Staser on April 8

April 1, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Professor John Staser will be discussing “A Better Way? Coal as a Renewable Energy Storage Material,” at the April 8 Science Café.
OHIO Assistant Professor Yahya Al-Majali sits in his lab.
Faculty Excellence

Al-Majali leads innovative research, mentors next generation of OHIO engineers

March 25, 2026 8 min

Assistant Professor Yahya Al-Majali leads impactful, industry-focused research at Ohio University, demonstrating impressive productivity while securing major funding. He simultaneously empowers his students through providing them with foundational mentorship, hands-on learning and direct access to industry partners.
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Media matters

Breaking down TikTok

March 25, 2026 2 min

In the latest episode of our Ask the Experts podcast, two OHIO faculty members discuss algorithms, data privacy, disinformation and free speech.
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