Stories tagged with: Community Engagement

Individuals from regional STEM programs pose for a photo in front a wall that says Tri-State STEM
Community Impact

Voinovich School’s efforts enrich local STEM learning opportunities, new online resources available

December 4, 2025 3 min

Students throughout the region are getting an early start on STEM education exposure thanks to initiatives overseen by Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.

Green STEM afterschool club
Education

Stevens Literacy Center renamed the Stevens Center for Literacy and STEM Education, amplifying research, outreach and collaboration; open house set for Dec. 4

December 2, 2025 6 min

The Stevens Literacy Center has been renamed the Stevens Center for Literacy and STEM Education, reflecting its expanded focus on research, STEM collaboration and community partnerships.
Mike Adelman
Alumni Leaders

Voinovich School Advisory Board member brings wealth of banking experience

November 26, 2025 3 min

Mike Adelman, president and CEO of the Ohio Bankers League, got his start in public service while completing his master’s degree in public administration at OHIO, where he also earned his undergraduate degree.
Annie
Theater

Community takes center stage as OHIO Lancaster and local partners bring the musical “Annie” to life this December

November 25, 2025 5 min

Blending the strengths of students, local actors and seasoned theatre volunteers, OHIO Lancaster is partnering to bring "Annie" to the stage through collective artistry and camaraderie. The result is a heartfelt production shaped by the voices and talents of the entire Lancaster theatre community.
Ogelbay Institute of Dance Youth Ballet "The Nutcracker" featuring Clara and the Toy Soldier
Community Events

Snowflakes, soldiers, and sugar plums: 'The Nutcracker' returns to OHIO Eastern

November 25, 2025 2 min

Celebrate the holidays at Ohio University Eastern with "The Nutcracker," performed by Oglebay Institute’s Youth Ballet Company on Thursday, Dec, 11. Tickets are available online or at the door.
An OHIO representative holds the Impact Award while standing in front of a media wall that says NADO
Community Impact

OHIO’s Voinovich School honored with 2025 Impact Award from National Association of Development Organizations

November 24, 2025 3 min

For the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service, this award reflects the importance of research, leadership and partnership coming together to create positive change in Appalachian Ohio.
Cutler Hall is surrounded by colorful trees on the College Green on a day in fall
Global Digital Engineering

OHIO’s Digital Enterprise Collaboratory leads global charge in digital engineering with Virtualware’s VIROO Platform

November 19, 2025 3 min

Ohio University’s Digital Enterprise Collaboratory (DEC) is setting a new international standard for digital engineering and workforce development in high-tech manufacturing. 
Join us for the OHIO Thrift Pop-Up - Save the Date! Where: College Green, When: Friday, Nov. 21, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
OHIO Events

OHIO Thrift Market returns to campus Nov. 21

November 14, 2025 2 min

The OHIO Thrift Pop-Up Market will be open on the College Green on Friday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Jay Johnson
Alumni Leaders

Colonel Jay Johnson exemplifies a lifetime of service, leadership

November 12, 2025 4 min

OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service is proud to celebrate veteran Jay Johnson, director of the Voinovich Academy for Excellence in Public Service, located at OHIO’s Dublin Campus.
Greg Browning
Alumni Leaders

Voinovich School Advisory Board Chair Greg Browning’s OHIO ties run deep

November 12, 2025 3 min

Greg Browning, a former state budget director during former Governor George Voinovich’s administration, was among the founding members of the panel, which formed in 2019.
Matthew Roberts, Jennifer Bowman and Melissa Clark hold a poster of a check for $50,000
Community Partners

AEP Ohio Foundation renews support for OHIO STEM education in Southeast Ohio

November 10, 2025 2 min

The AEP Ohio Foundation renewed its commitment to promoting science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education with a new award of $50,000 to OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.
Peter Lim, Micah Underwood, Wayne McCord and Karissa Martin
Community Events

OHIO Eastern to present free holiday musical revue, ‘Knock, Knock! It’s Christmas!’

November 7, 2025 2 min

This fun, family-friendly way to kick off the holiday season features local performers Peter J. Lim, Karissa Martin, Wayne McCord and Micah Underwood.

OUCU employees stand in front of a mural painted on the ReStore building
Community Engagement

ReStore mural brings Athens community together through art and storytelling

November 7, 2025 4 min

A once-gray wall at Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore on West Union Street has become a vibrant reflection of Athens’ creative spirit. The new ReStore Mural, to be unveiled Nov. 10, celebrates community, resilience and connection through color and collaboration. The project grew from a partnership among Passion Works Studio, Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio, the Barbara Geralds Institute for Storytelling and Social Impact, with support from OUCU Financial.

Science Cafe - The Strong Force Awakens: A Neutron Star Story - Wednesday, Nov. 12, 5 p.m., Baker Center Front Room, Free Coffee First 50 People
OHIO Events

Science Café to focus on ‘The Strong Force Awakens: A Neutron Star Story’ on Nov. 12

November 6, 2025 2 min

Ohio University Assistant Professor of Physics Christian Drischler will lead the next Science Café presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 12.
OHIO Zanesville and Zane Grey Elementary School representatives stand together for a photo inside of an elementary school classroom
Community Partners

Teaching tomorrow’s readers: OHIO Zanesville partners with Zane Grey Elementary

November 5, 2025 6 min

Ohio University Zanesville is partnering with Zane Grey Elementary School to strengthen literacy development among first-grade students through a hands-on, place-based learning experience.

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