Stories tagged with: Regional Higher Education

Grace Moore
Student Success

Ohio University Eastern senior advocates for women, communities through social work

March 20, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Eastern senior Grace Moore has built her college experience around advocacy, community engagement and a passion for helping others.
Justin Starkey
Student Success

Justin Starkey finds purpose in social work at OHIO Chillicothe

March 10, 2026 3 min

For Ohio University Chillicothe junior social work major Justin Starkey, choosing to return to college at age 44 was more than a new chapter; it was a turning point.
Taya Cooper
College Credit Plus

College Credit Plus program at OHIO Eastern gives students a head start on college

March 10, 2026 5 min

At Ohio University Eastern, the College Credit Plus (CCP) program is helping regional students take their first steps into higher education with confidence.

Jeff Burns
Career Services

Jeff Burns named career development coordinator at OHIO Chillicothe

March 10, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Chillicothe has named Jeff Burns as its new career development coordinator. Burns brings diverse experiences as an educator and a passion for helping students.
Richard W. Greenlee with Banjo
Stories and Songs of Appalachia

Stories and Songs of Appalachia concert to benefit OHIO Eastern students

March 10, 2026 3 min

“Stories and Songs of Appalachia,” a one-night performance presented by Interim Dean of Campus and Community Relations Richard W. Greenlee, will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 19, in the Ohio University Eastern Theater.
an old photograph of Carrie Clifford Williams
Community Events

Ohio University Chillicothe Library to host 'Inspirational Women of Ross County' exhibit

March 6, 2026 1 min

The Chillicothe Chapter of the American Association of University Women will mount a special exhibit at Ohio University Chillicothe honoring women who have shaped the Ross County community.
Matt Fox, Water's Embrace Art Exhibit
OHIO Events

Faculty artist Matt Fox brings 'Water’s Embrace' exhibit to OHIO Eastern Art Gallery

March 4, 2026 3 min

The exhibit highlights Matt Fox’s evolving artistic practice and will include a public reception on March 17, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at the Ohio University Eastern Art Gallery.
Phillip Howard visits with an elephant
Student Succes

Phillip Howard finds his next career path at Ohio University Chillicothe

March 3, 2026 5 min

When Phillip Howard first stepped onto the Ohio University Chillicothe campus, he was not seeking a life‑changing experience. He simply wanted what he calls “a piece of paper.”

Aubrey Erbach
Student Success

OHIO Eastern student begins career with child protective services after returning to college

March 3, 2026 3 min

After stepping away from college for eight years, Aubrey Erbach returned to Ohio University Eastern to pursue a calling to social work inspired early in her marriage.

The set on stage for the play, "Leading Ladies"
OHIO Events

OHIO Lancaster Theatre to present ‘Leading Ladies’ and ‘right before i go’ in March

February 26, 2026 4 min

The Ohio University Lancaster Theatre will present two productions this March in the Wagner Theatre, located in Brasee Hall. The performances are open to the OHIO community and the public.
two female students drawing, one male teacher overlooking their work
Community Impact

Two Appalachian Ohio teachers receive 2026 grants for place-based learning projects

February 26, 2026 3 min

Funded through the Ohio Rural Teacher Fellowship program, the grants will be implemented in spring 2026 and reflect the ongoing impact of regional higher education partnerships in strengthening rural education.
OHIO students talk to a representative at a job fair booth
Career Opportunities

Ohio University Lancaster, OhioMeansJobs partner to host community job fair

February 25, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Lancaster, in partnership with OhioMeansJobs Fairfield County and area nonprofit agencies, will host a community job fair on Tuesday, April 14 in the Brasee Hall Gymnasium.
Three people look at a hand-crafted lamp in the art gallery at OHIO Chillicothe
Art Exhibition

Ohio University Chillicothe to host spring alumni and friends art show

February 25, 2026 1 min

Ohio University Chillicothe’s Patricia Scott Memorial Art Gallery will feature an exhibition of artwork by alumni and friends beginning with an opening reception at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 12.
Dennis Fox
OHIO Events

Theatre returns to OHIO Eastern under the direction of Dennis Fox with 'Spoon River Anthology'

February 24, 2026 2 min

The production brings together students, alumni and community members in a collaborative homecoming that celebrates the lasting impact of theatre on campus and throughout the Ohio Valley.
A group highschool students
Community Events

Regional students gather at Ohio University Eastern for annual Charlie Wilson Leadership Event

February 24, 2026 4 min

Regional high school students gathered at Ohio University Eastern for the third annual Charlie Wilson Leadership Event, a daylong program focused on leadership development and community engagement.
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