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    Heat-related illness

    Staying safe in the heat: How student-athletes can avoid overheating and dehydration in the summer

    As temperatures climb and conditioning for fall sports ramp up, student-athletes face more than just competition—they face the potential for heat-related illnesses. Two OHIO experts share their insight on how student-athletes can prevent illness and who is most at risk.

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    Athletics

    Ohio University to launch national search for next Athletic Director

    Ohio University will launch a national search for its next Director of Athletics following the announcement that Julie Cromer will depart OHIO to assume the role of Executive Deputy Athletics Director/Chief Operating Officer at Louisiana State University.
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    Health Research

    ‘These are worrisome numbers,’ OHIO researchers work to prevent Lyme disease in Ohio and Appalachia

    Lyme disease is the most common tickborne illness in Ohio, and the number of cases have significantly increased in recent years. Mario J. Grijalva, Ph.D., director of Ohio University’s Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute, explains the cause of this increase and the University's role in Lyme education and prevention.
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    Super Faculty

    Will Superman still fly with audiences today?

    An Ohio University English professor discusses the appeal of Superman, the impact of comic book stories and the reaction of fans, including toxic fandom.
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    AI Teaching

    How hands-on AI experience is shaping future business leaders

    While others in the state are just beginning to make headlines with their AI initiatives, Ohio University has been leading the charge—integrating cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) teaching and research across campus, especially within the College of Business.
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    Ask the Experts

    Cheers to Beer: OHIO experts talk beer, brewing and the business behind the bubbles in latest Ask the Experts podcast

    Who isn’t “hoppy” to talk about beer? As Brew Week rolls into Athens, Ohio, there’s no better time to dive into the science, art and innovation behind craft beer.
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    Awards

    OHIO students, faculty and alumni to participate in cultural exchange after being selected for prestigious awards

    Fourteen members of the Ohio University community have been awarded prestigious fellowships through programs like Fulbright, CLS, and Princeton in Asia, supporting international education and cultural exchange. These awards enable recipients to pursue research, teaching, and diplomatic engagement abroad.

    Becoming Bobcats: BSO welcomes a new class

    With help from across the University, Bobcat Student Orientation brought more than 10,000 students and family members to campus this year, delivering an "amazing experience."

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    Ask the Experts Podcast

    Hear from OHIO's engaging field experts, students and those influenced by thought-provoking subjects and their modern relevance.

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    August 24

    New Student Convocation

    All new OHIO students are invited to the New Student Convocation at the Convocation Center to meet and hear from University officials, alumni and more.

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    Faculty Excellence

    Bridging technical innovation and environmental impact: Jason Trembly receives Lawrence K. Cecil Award in Environmental Chemical Engineering

    Ohio University Russ Endowed Chair and Professor Jason Trembly was recently awarded the 2025 AIChE Lawrence K. Cecil Award in Environmental Chemical Engineering for his efforts in advancing sustainable engineering at OHIO and beyond.
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    Innovative Programs

    OHIO’s Voinovich Academy, GRID Lab bring 360VR training to public service employees

    The innovative training series was developed in partnership with the Ohio University's Voinovich Academy for Excellence in Public Service and the Game Research and Immersive Design (GRID) Lab.
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    Student Success

    Ohio University’s Sigma Delta Pi Chapter earns national awards

    This is the eighth consecutive year that the Ohio University chapter has received this award, The honor was bestowed to only 13 chapters nationwide in 2025.
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    APEX Accelerator

    Ohio APEX Accelerator at Ohio University breaks records with $2 billion in federal contracts

    Fiscal year 2024 was another record-breaker for the Ohio APEX Accelerator at the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service, where $2 billion in government contracts were secured for clients.

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    OHIO in the News

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    What is the best college in Ohio? Niche ranks top 10 universities for 2025.

    Niche.com ranked OHIO the tenth best college in the state of Ohio.

    August 19, 2025

    Logan Daily News

    OHIO students, faculty and alumni to participate in cultural exchange

    The article highlights three Ohio University students, nine alumni and two faculty members who were selected for prestigious awards and fellowships through the Fulbright programs, among others.

    August 18, 2025

    Inside Climate News

    After a Drought Last Year, Ohio Farmers Wished for Rain. Now Downpours Are Destroying Their Crops

    OHIO Professor of Geography Thomas Smucker commented on Ohio farms being destroyed by a drought last summer and a downpour this summer.

    August 17, 2025

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