Stories tagged with: Regional Higher Education

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.
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.
The OHIO Chillicothe Campus is shown on a fall day
Alumni Leaders

OHIO Chillicothe welcomes Distinguished Alumni Award nominations

February 2, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Chillicothe is seeking nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award, presented to Ohio University Chillicothe alumni who are making a significant impact as leaders in their community.
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.

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Career Opportunities

Inspired to Teach event invites future educators to explore teaching careers

January 28, 2026 4 min

Inspired to Teach at Ohio University Southern on March 27 is a free half day event where participants will be invited to explore education degrees with faculty, alumni and local educators.
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OHIO Events

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

January 22, 2026 3 min

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.
Emma Adams
Rewarding Careers

OHIO Chillicothe alumna Emma Adams finds her calling in education

January 21, 2026 4 min

Emma Adams loves her job as a media specialist at Pickerington Central High School, and she is grateful for the affordable, flexible, and career-focused education she received at Ohio University Chillicothe.

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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.

Annual Legacy Awards - February 24, 5:30 p.m. OHIO Southern Rotunda
OHIO Events

Legacy Awards honor local leaders for outstanding service, advocacy

January 15, 2026 3 min

Ohio University Southern will honor local changemakers and student voices at the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration on Feb. 24, at 5:30 p.m. in the Riffe Rotunda.
Participants link arms and walk in the MLK Silent March at Ohio University
OHIO Events

OHIO to host Silent March, Brunch, additional events to honor life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

January 14, 2026 4 min

Ohio University is celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. throughout the month of January with a wide range of events for all members of the OHIO community.
Stephan Harris
Community Service

Community leader applies lessons learned from OHIO’s Executive MPA program

January 9, 2026 3 min

When Stephan Harris enrolled in Ohio University’s Executive MPA program, it was a decision shaped by nearly two decades of reflection, unexpected detours and a growing commitment to public service.

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Alumni Leaders

OHIO Southern graduate DJ Rymer turns service into a way of life

December 19, 2025 9 min

First-generation OHIO Southern alumnus D.J. Rymer turns a family story of loss, hard work and community support into a life of public service on both sides of the Ohio River.
Ethan Clark
Student Success

Field placement prepares OHIO Chillicothe student for social work career

December 19, 2025 5 min

Ethan Clark’s desire to serve others led him to pursue a degree in social work at Ohio University Chillicothe. Now, as he completes his senior practicum, Clark is turning his passion for helping others into a profession.

Jean-Gabriel Shepherd
Alumni Success

Ohio University alumnus Jean-Gabriel Shepherd finds his path in public service, cybersecurity

December 9, 2025 2 min

A 2010 graduate of Ohio University with a bachelor of arts in geography, Jean-Gabriel Shepherd has built a career blending technical expertise, compassion, and an appreciation for learning and teaching.

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