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emergency workers wade through flood waters with sandbags in the foreground

Playing for real: OHIO students tackle simulated disasters to build community resilience

April 29, 2026 4 min

The hands-on simulation challenged students from multiple majors to share resources and solve life-or-death problems during an intense, four-hour mock flood scenario.

Ellis Hall is shown in the spring surrounded by flowering trees

Celebrating literature

Finding voice and vision at the Spring Literary Festival

April 28, 2026 3 min

OHIO's 2026 Spring Literary Festival connected students with established authors through readings, conversations and personal interactions that made careers in writing feel more accessible. With firsthand experiences, the event shows how direct engagement with writers shapes students' perspectives on the professional writing world.

Urban Geography

Planning a city: Tackling the challenges of growth in central Ohio

April 27, 2026 4 min

From parking to housing, urban planner Justin Goodwin shares how the City of Columbus is enhancing the urban experience for its citizens.

Emerging Technology

AI in the hiring process

April 24, 2026 5 min

As AI becomes increasingly involved in the hiring process, HR Program Director and Associate Professor Shawnee Chapman shares her insights and best practices for students and job seekers navigating today’s job market.

Brandon Petrie stands next to Rufus the mascot and another OHIO student and next to a Russ College of Engineering and Technology booth

Student Spotlight

Expanding circuits

April 23, 2026 5 min

How engineering major Brandon Petrie shares his enthusiasm for invention and technology through outreach to local students.

School counseling

Online, on purpose: Building the next generation of school counselors

April 14, 2026 6 min

The first OHIO Online school counseling cohort will graduate this spring, bringing more qualified school counselors to Ohio schools.

An interior shot of the Schey Sales Centre building. The words "SCHEY." are in big letters on the wall.

Leveraging AI

Bringing AI-native sales tech to the next generation of Bobcats

April 9, 2026 3 min

Through a new partnership with alumnus and CEO Jason Eubanks, OHIO students in the Schey Sales Centre are getting a head start on the future of AI in the business world.

The Ohio U Percussion club standing together with large taiko drums in front of them.

Student Organizations

In sync: The rhythm behind OU’s percussion club

April 8, 2026 3 min

The Ohio University Percussion Club welcomes students of all backgrounds to join the community and have some fun while exploring music from around the world.

OHIO club softball team standing with an OHIO flag

Club sports

Club softball takes a big swing

April 6, 2026 4 min

After making it to the national finals for the first time in team history last year, the OHIO club softball team is hoping to hit new heights this season.

A group of people standing outside in front of a sign written in Thai.

Experiential Learning

Thinking globally, acting locally: How OU GIVE combines travel and community service

April 1, 2026 3 min

Members of this student organization are finding an active outlet for environmentalism and ethical leadership, both on campus and overseas.

Student Media

Two days, one film

April 1, 2026 5 min

Despite a Level 2 snowstorm, filmmakers pushed through the conditions to collaborate, create and complete short films during the 24th annual 48-Hour Shootout.