Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service Stories

George Voinovich and Mark Weinberg
Public Service

‘Becoming The Voinovich School' spotlights partnership model for high-impact public service

March 31, 2026 6 min

Author Greg Browning, a former chair of the Ohio University Board of Trustees, saw the need for documenting the history of the school while providing a model for other institutions to follow.
A graphic of the 2026 Ohio Univeristy Music Industry Summit featuring keynote artists Blood Orange (Dev Hynes), The Crane Wives and Lucius.
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.
Sherri Oliver
Alumni Leaders

Alumni profile: A commitment to public service

March 25, 2026 3 min

For Sherri Oliver, public service is not just a professional sector, it is a lifelong commitment to the people and communities of Southeast Ohio.
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
OHIO students walk underneath colorful trees in Fall on OHIO's Athens Campus
Alumni Success

OHIO alumni move successfully into environmental careers

March 23, 2026 6 min

Recent graduates with a Master of Science in Environmental Studies degree from OHIO’s George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service are seeing their academic work pay off quickly with jobs in the private sector.
Dr. G. Jason Jolley
OHIO Announcements

G. Jason Jolley named Associate Vice President for Research Partnerships and Innovation

March 17, 2026 2 min

Ohio University’s Office of the Vice President for Research and Creative Activity has named Dr. G. Jason Jolley as Associate Vice President for Research Partnerships and Innovation.
An aerial image of the PORTS site
Community Impact

PORTSfuture groundwork continues to pay off with job growth at Pike County plant

March 17, 2026 4 min

Recent developments highlight the promise of new jobs and industry expansion for the region and underscore the decades-long commitment to this effort by OHIO's George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.
Hannah Baumgartel
Alumni Leaders

Alumni profile – JobsOhio expert discusses how time at OHIO helped shape her career

March 17, 2026 3 min

For Hannah Baumgartel, economic development is so much more than just a set of industry metrics or site plans—it is a deeply personal mission to strengthen the communities she calls home.
Campus beauty Hocking River 2024
Career Opportunities

Voinovich Scholars get head start on careers at Partnership for Community-Based Prevention

March 17, 2026 8 min

Three Ohio University students discuss the benefits of their hands-on work experiences, and how these opportunities are preparing them for success in their chosen careers.
An individual from the High Street Deli speaks to a representative from the Small Business Development Center
Community Impact

SBDC videos celebrate regional entrepreneurs turning ambition into impact

March 6, 2026 3 min

Across Southeast Ohio, small businesses are often built on determination, community connection and a deep sense of place.
Jason Jolley
OHIO Community

OHIO professor’s life experience brings focus to Voinovich School’s master’s offerings

March 6, 2026 4 min

Professor Jason Jolley's expertise is in workforce and rural development, but his private life’s passion, due to his personal experiences, is advocating for the developmentally disabled community.
Caden Mayle
Community Impact

Efforts to promote prehistoric earthworks in region continue with OHIO research

March 3, 2026 5 min

The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks in Ohio gained recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2023,
A drone image of Ohio University's Athens Campus, including Baker Center and Alden Library, with the city of Athens in the background and clouds in the sky
Community Service

ANEP analysis helps communities navigate workforce shifts, build long term opportunity

February 26, 2026 4 min

Economic change is reshaping opportunities across Appalachian Ohio, and the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service is helping communities navigate that transition.
The words "Project ECHO - Ohio University Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service" and four images of people working
OHIO Events

Free OHIO seminars on Workplace Behavioral Wellness offer continuing education credits

February 26, 2026 3 min

A new online program offered by the George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service features a collaborative learning approach to assist participants in addressing behavioral health in the workplace.
John Haseley
Alumni Leaders

Haseley’s extensive government experience, passion for region bolster Voinovich School Advisory Board

February 23, 2026 4 min

After graduating from Ohio University with a degree in political science, John Haseley’s career journey took him to offices in the highest level of federal and state government.

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