Stories tagged with: Regional Higher Education

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Faculty Excellence

Ohio University recognizes regional faculty for excellence in teaching, scholarship, service

August 27, 2026 7 min

Ohio University is recognizing two outstanding faculty members from its regional campuses for their dedication to students, excellence in teaching, scholarly activity and service.

Sarah Simmons
Alumni Leaders

City council member finds practical applications in OHIO’s executive MPA coursework

August 27, 2026 4 min

Sarah Simmons wasted no time applying what she learned while earning an Executive Master of Public Administration degree from OHIO's George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.

An aerial image of Ohio University and Athens, Ohio in the Fall
Community Partners

Sugar Bush Foundation awards nearly $390,000 to support Appalachian Ohio partnerships

August 26, 2026 2 min

The Sugar Bush Foundation, a supporting organization of the Ohio University Foundation, distributed $386,266 in funding for seven University-community projects benefiting Appalachian Ohio during the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
student nurses sit behind registration table at blood drive
Community Events

Student Nurses Association hosts sixth blood drive

August 20, 2026 2 min

Nursing students at OHIO Southern have collected 196 blood donations since 2024. Their sixth Red Cross drive is Sept. 1 in the Riffe Rotunda.
Holly Sunflower
Dedicated Faculty

Holly Sunflower returns to Ohio University Chillicothe to teach social work

August 19, 2026 5 min

Licensed Social Worker Holly Sunflower found her voice at Ohio University Chillicothe. This fall, she returns to campus to help students find theirs.
AAS-N class of 2026 poses for a group photo
Student Success

Ohio University Southern celebrates AAS-N class of 2026 with pinning ceremony

August 17, 2026 5 min

Twenty-nine nurses received their pins on Aug. 14 as Ohio University Southern celebrated the AAS-N Class of 2026 with reflections on compassion, resilience and the communities these graduates will serve.
A group of students and faculty and staff stand outside of OHIO Southern
Supporting Students

At OHIO Southern, education majors find their people before day one

August 14, 2026 3 min

OHIO Southern's first orientation built for incoming education majors connected students with faculty, advisors and each other before the first day of classes.
Tracy Kelly
Alumni Leaders

Community leader shares how her time at OHIO prepared her for a career in public service

August 12, 2026 5 min

For two-time Ohio University alumna Tracy Kelly, the desire to help others has always been at the center of her work.
Isaac Floyd
Alumni Leaders

OHIO graduate's grant sends 30 children to Bobcat Academy at no cost

August 11, 2026 3 min

An OHIO graduate teaching in Lawrence County secured a $1,500 grant that sent 30 children to Bobcat Academy on the Ohio University Southern campus at no cost to their families.
Mike Lafreniere
OHIO Announcements

Dean Lafreniere to lead OHIO Chillicothe's next chapter

August 7, 2026 4 min

Dr. Lewatis McNeal, vice provost for Regional Higher Education, has announced the appointment of Michael Lafreniere as dean of campus and community engagement at Ohio University Chillicothe.
Captina Conservancy Duck Dash 2026 - Hundreds of yellow rubber ducks floating down a creek bed of water.
Student Experiences

Learning through service: OHIO Eastern students support conservation, community at Captina Duck Dash

August 7, 2026 5 min

The Duck Dash event exemplified how Ohio University Eastern students from different academic disciplines are applying their classroom knowledge in meaningful ways through community partnerships.
grads wearing caps and gowns walk outside
OHIO Events

OHIO Chillicothe celebrates 80 years

August 3, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Chillicothe is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year with an open house celebration on Thursday, September 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Shantel Zwick
Alumni Leaders

Passion for teaching, personal growth define OHIO alumna’s journey

July 30, 2026 3 min

Shantel Zwick credits Ohio University’s supportive faculty, personalized learning environment and strong teacher education program with preparing her for a rewarding career in education.

Martha Kline
OHIO Announcements

Dr. Martha Kline appointed dean of campus and community engagement at OHIO Zanesville

July 30, 2026 4 min

Ohio University has appointed Dr. Martha Kline as dean of campus and community engagement at OHIO Zanesville, effective Aug. 1, 2026.
Jennifer Kellner-Muscar
OHIO Announcements

Jennifer Kellner-Muscar selected as dean of campus and community engagement at Ohio University Eastern

July 29, 2026 5 min

Ohio University Eastern is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Kellner-Muscar as the next dean of campus and community engagement, effective Sept. 1, 2026.
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