Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts Stories

Students dancing
Experiencing Dance

Future Bobcats step into the spotlight during Dance at OHIO

The School of Dance welcomed future Bobcats to an immersive day of workshops, performances and community connection during its annual Dance at OHIO event.

Winter Dance Concert 2026
Winter Dance Concert

Ohio University’s School of Dance to premiere six new works at the Winter Dance Concert

Ohio University’s School of Dance will present their annual Winter Dance Concert on Feb. 13 and 14, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.

Cutler Hall and the College Green is covered with snow, but the brick paths have been cleared of snow and one person walks on a path.
Student Research

OHIO students awarded Provost Undergraduate Research Funds

The Provost Undergraduate Research Fund award program provided 29 students with a total of $36,359 in funding for their original research, scholarship and creative work during the fall semester.

Baker University Center and the area around it is shown from above on a snowy winter day
Faculty Awards

Research Division announces awardees for 2025-26 OURC/Baker Fund fall cycle

The OURC/Baker Fund program provides support for research, scholarship and creative activity at Ohio University.

Street Dance
School of Dance

School of Dance students expand range through street dance with guest artist Teena Marie Custer

School of Dance students will perform a street dance work by guest artist Teena Marie Custer in this year’s winter Dance Concert, marking just the second time the style has been featured in the annual concert. Custer set the piece during an intensive weeklong residency, expanding students’ versatility and exposure to professional street dance practices.

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OHIO Events

Hands-on AI workshops equip communities with practical, job-ready skills

Ohio University Regional Higher Education will host a series of in-person AI workshops this spring to help participants build practical skills they can apply immediately at work and in their communities.

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.

Global Arts Festival 2026
Global Arts Festival

Global Arts Festival returns to Ohio University, celebrating 20 years of cultural connection

The sixth Ohio University Global Arts Festival and 14th World Music and Dance Concert will take place March 17–19, 2026, celebrating 20 years of global arts in the OHIO community.

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Best of 2025

2025: A look back

Explore some of OHIO Today's top stories from last year, featuring faculty insight and achievement, University milestones and memorable images from Athens and beyond.

A rendering of the new Marching 110 practice facility
Marching 110

Fundraising efforts for new Marching 110 Practice Facility drive further toward the finish line as donations surpass $2 million

Ohio University's Marching 110 Practice Facility and Hurley Field are closer than ever to becoming a reality, as OHIO students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, friends and fans have continued to rally together to drive forward this once-in-a-lifetime project.

Provost Leo playing piano
Athens Community Music School

From Provost to pianist: Learning at all ages and levels is embraced at the Athens Community Music School

The Athens Community Music School provides accessible, high-quality music education to hundreds of community members each semester while offering valuable teaching experience to School of Music students. Among its adult learners is OHIO Executive Vice President and Provost Donald Leo, whose piano studies highlight the program’s role in fostering lifelong learning, creativity and meaningful community connections.

Ellis Hall is surrounded by colorful trees while snow falls on OHIO's College Green
Student Success

OHIO announces fall semester 2025 student academic achievement lists

Ohio University is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of every student who has qualified for the President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for fall semester 2025.

Green and white streamers explode over the 2025 fall Commencement ceremony
Milestones

(Snow)caps and gowns

OHIO celebrated Fall Commencement under a wintry sky, as loved ones gathered to cheer for our newest batch of Bobcat alumni.

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Viral content

‘Fate of Ophelia’ cover shines a certain showgirl's spotlight on the Marching 110

Between Taylor Swift's Instagram "like," the band's quick turnaround in arranging the song and the sheer excellence of their performance, the 110's latest viral video has sparked excitement across the OHIO community.

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Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

OHIO faculty have been busy. Fall semester news includes awards, publications, research and performances.

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