Stories tagged with: Community Engagement

OHIO students sit at a table in a classroom and talk during a class
Community Partners

Empowering Ohio small businesses: Ohio Procurement Internship Program opens 2026 applications

February 5, 2026 2 min

The Ohio Procurement Internship Program connects small-to-medium-sized businesses looking to expand into government sales with a workforce of specially trained students.
Community Health Worker graduates 2025
Community Health Workers

Community Health Workers bridge gaps in care across Ohio

February 5, 2026 6 min

Community Health Workers are emerging as vital connectors between healthcare systems and Ohio’s diverse communities, addressing barriers like transportation, language access and trust that shape health outcomes. Through Ohio University’s expanding CHW training program, hundreds of graduates are using lived experience and cultural understanding to reduce health disparities and strengthen care across the state.
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Professional Development

Expanded CEU and Certificate Program returns to Ohio University Lancaster

February 5, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Lancaster is pleased to announce a comprehensive lineup of free Non-Credit Certificate and Continuing Education Unit (CEU) workshops for Spring 2026.
The winners of the Eco Challenge, along with advisors, hold trophies while standing on stage at the Eco Challenge, and a 1st Place graphic is shown behind them
Student Success

OHIO students come up with innovative ideas in annual Eco Challenge

February 4, 2026 4 min

The Eco Challenge offers students a unique experiential learning opportunity, allowing participants to be active problem-solvers in their community.

Historical Artifacts, a Slave Collar and Slave Tag from the 1800's
OHIO Events

'Echoes of the Underground Railroad' opens at OHIO Eastern for Black History Month

February 3, 2026 3 min

On display through Thursday, Feb. 26, the exhibit brings together artwork and historical artifacts on loan from the Ohio Valley Underground Railroad Museum. An opening reception will be held Tuesday, Feb. 10.
Alicia Gray
Community Events

Ohio University Chillicothe to host Black History Month program on Feb. 19

February 3, 2026 2 min

In conjunction with the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library and the Ross County Chapter of the NAACP, OHIO Chillicothe will host a Black History Month program on Thursday, Feb. 19, at 6:30 p.m.

Tracy Plouck presents Amista Lipot with the Faculty and Staff Leadership Award
OHIO Awards

Amista Lipot recognized with Voinovich Faculty and Staff Leadership Award

February 3, 2026 3 min

Her two decades of work at Ohio University have brought significant financial support for the institution and its initiatives. She has also led cooperative efforts among government leaders in the region.
L-R Hattie Warne, Genevieve Hess, Kason Rosnick, Karalynn Tindall, Brayleigh Hickman
OHIO Events

Ohio University Eastern honors Dr. King’s legacy through annual essay contest

February 2, 2026 3 min

The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Writing Contest celebration on Jan. 29 honored middle and high school students whose poetry and essays reflect the values and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Representatives of Ohio University and the AEP Ohio Foundation hold a giant check while standing in a food pantry
Community Partners

AEP Ohio Foundation provides assistance for hungry students, families at Ohio University

January 30, 2026 2 min

The AEP Ohio Foundation renewed its commitment to supporting southeast Ohio students and families through a $10,000 donation to the Ohio University Food Pantries Program.
Artie Knapp
Alumni Leaders

OHIO graduate’s book on environmental stewardship available in STEM Academy Lesson

January 30, 2026 3 min

An OHIO graduate and celebrated children’s literature author has taken a unique approach to helping youth understand the importance of preserving nature for themselves and generations to come.
William Murdock
Career Development

Murdock brings local government voice to Voinovich School Advisory Board

January 29, 2026 3 min

William Murdock’s participation on the advisory board for the George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service underscores the statewide reach and breadth of the institution’s initiatives.
The outside of the Serenity Grove facility is shown on day in Fall
Community Impact

Voinovich School’s latest assistance to Serenity Grove provides useful performance data

January 29, 2026 4 min

The Voinovich School recently conducted a Social Return On Investment review for Serenity Grove, whose mission is to help women transition from addiction or incarceration back into society.
a police officer approaches a mock suspect
Community Events

Ohio University Chillicothe to offer professional development opportunity for law enforcement officers

January 21, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Chillicothe will host a professional development opportunity for law enforcement officers on Wednesday, April 15 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine logo is shown on a white coat, worn by a doctor. The coat also has a pin that says Care Leads Here
OHIO Announcements

Kettering Health and Ohio University scale partnership to improve health for Ohio communities

January 16, 2026 3 min

The affiliation unites Kettering Health’s extensive clinical system, known for its innovative and integrated approach to acute and ambulatory care, with the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine’s nationally recognized leadership in osteopathic medical education and research.

An OHIO student holds balloons on Court Street
National Recognitions

Ohio University receives 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

January 15, 2026 4 min

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.
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