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Experiential learning grant gives students hands-on experience workshopping a new musical in under 30 hours

May 8, 2026 7 min

OHIO students did what many theater professionals spend years working toward: workshopping a brand-new musical as part of the OU Fringe Festival thanks to a grant from the experiential learning fund.

Experiential Learning

Indigo Girls reunite with the OHIO Symphony Orchestra for a reprise in experiential learning

May 7, 2026 8 min

A once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity became a twice-in-a-lifetime experience as the Indigo Girls returned to perform with OHIO music students

wide shot of Commencement at the Convocation Center as green confetti explodes over the graduating class of 2026

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.

Retirement

After 42 years, Dan Denhart retires from OHIO’s School of Theater

April 29, 2026 7 min

After more than 40 years of shaping productions, mentoring students and helping build the foundation of the School of Theater, Dan Denhart is retiring and leaving behind a lasting legacy.

A group of faculty in academic regalia sit in a row

Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

April 29, 2026 10 min

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

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.

Several faculty awards are displayed on a table, including awards for Pamela Kaylor, Sarah Wyatt and Adam Rapp

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.

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.

The Ohio U Percussion club standing together with large taiko drums in front of them.

Student Organizations

In sync: The rhythm behind OU’s percussion club

April 8, 2026 3 min

The Ohio University Percussion Club welcomes students of all backgrounds to join the community and have some fun while exploring music from around the world.

OHIO students paint together on canvases outside in the grass

Student Opportunities

Bobcat ArtsCare connects students with creative outlets, artistic community

April 7, 2026 5 min

The Bobcat ArtsCare program was recently established to provide students with new creative outlets and to fight the misconception that a student must be an arts major to engage in creativity.

Cherry blossoms frame a photo of the Convocation Center

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.

OHIO Community

OHIO mourns the passing of Judge William T. Newman Jr.

March 25, 2026 1 min

Ohio University mourns the passing of Judge William T. Newman Jr., an Emeritus Trustee of The Ohio University Foundation Board.

Music Industry Summit

Eighth annual Ohio University Music Industry Summit to feature keynote artists Blood Orange, Lucius and The Crane Wives

March 25, 2026 7 min

OHIO's Music Industry Summit, the premier music industry conference in the Midwest returns on April 14-16, 2026, offering something for everyone: from seasoned industry professionals to high school students and everyone in between.

Students hold up an Ohio University sign during a football game.

Homecoming

Ohio University to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 5-10

March 24, 2026 2 min

Homecoming Week 2026 will culminate Oct. 10 with OHIO’s annual Homecoming parade, football game against Central Michigan

Athena Cinema

The Athena Cinema to host Ohio Goes to the Movies event with special guest Robin Smith

March 24, 2026 3 min

On March 29, the Athena Cinema will celebrate Ohio Goes to the Movies with a special event screening of two documentaries by OHIO alumna Robin Smith entitled “He’s Only Missing” and “Letting Go.”

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