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OHIO community invited to contribute to Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching application

September 25, 2024

Ohio University is preparing for its application for the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching’s elective Community Engagement Classification and is asking for assistance from the University community.

Ohio University Alumni Association Board of Directors welcomes 5 new members

September 25, 2024

The Ohio University Alumni Association (OUAA) is proud to announce the selection of five new members to its Board of Directors.

OHIO faculty invited to apply for Enhancing First-Year Student and Faculty Engagement mini-grants

September 20, 2024

Ohio University faculty may apply for one mini-grant per academic year, which can be used to fund various engagement activities.

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Tuesday, October 1 Majors Fair 11:00 AM — 3:00 PM Baker Ballroom

Thursday, November 14 Hills and Hollers: FEAST OF THE SEVEN FISHES with Josh Brooks 7:00 PM Athena Cinema

Thursday, January 30 Hills and Hollers: POTTERO + RECLAIMING: ORAL HISTORIES OF SEXUAL & REPRODUCTIVE WELLNESS TRADITIONS IN APPALACHIAN OHIO 7:00 PM Athena Cinema

Thursday, March 6 From the Hills and Hollers: HEROIN(E) with Rebecca Robison-Miller 7:00 PM Athena Cinema

Thursday, April 17 Hills and Hollers: NORMA RAE with Dr. Rachel Terman 7:00 PM Athena Cinema

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When Leanne Ford couldn't find a major that fit at Ohio University, she designed her own degree. With the flexibility of the specialized studies major, she was able to put together courses in art, graphic design, public relations, advertising and retail for a focus that she called "integrated retail communications." A self-taught interior designer, Ford is an HGTV star whose signature aesthetic trends across Instagram.

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