The weather is amazing right now and we're all flush with pride for our graduates so It's a great time to be on the Athens campus! Following the annual graduate and undergraduate Commencement ceremonies this past weekend, we look forward to the Heritage College Commencement on Saturday, May 12 and the beginning of summer classes on Monday, May 14.
And there's plenty more campus activity so be sure to check the CUE to stay on top of what's going on. Plus take a minute to add your events to the CUE -- remember anyone with an OHIO ID can add events that are sponsored by any planning unit or registered student organization on any campus. Let's dig in to the action:
"A Sudden Garden" (daily through Sept. 30, Kennedy Museum of Art, Lin Hall, The Ridges): The full title of the Kennedy Museum's newest exhibit is "A Sudden Garden: Haitian Art from the Huntington Museum of Art." It features 51 works by 36 Haitian artists, most of which date from the period known as the Haitian Renaissance. The paintings celebrate the everyday life, spirit and landscape of a nation that has endured upheaval and adversity for much of its existence. Remember, admission is free!
Plus, don't miss your last chance to see the Emerging Artists High School Photography exhibition! That annual exhibition, which this year features the work of Athens High School students, closes Sunday, May 13!
Executive and Online MPA Spring Open House (Friday, May 11, 6-7:30 p.m., Dublin Integrated Education Center): Learn about central Ohio's only Executive MPA and an online program that suppports public administration professionals across the country at an informal discussion with current EMPA sutdents and alumni. The degree is offered through the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs and RSVP is requested by calling 877.625.1714 or emailing gvsinfo@ohio.edu .
Outdoor Ridges Fitness Camp (May 14 and May 16, 5:30-6:30 p.m., The Ridges): Challenge your flexibility, stamina and strength! WellWorks is offering a 14-week fitness class outdoors at The Ridges on Mondays and Wednesdays this summer and the first two sessions are free for all to try. The class ranges from moderate to vigorous intensity. All fitness levels are welcome and the class will meet rain or shine. Please note: WellWorks membership is required for participation in the full course.
On The Green | Sherman House Historical Tour (Wednesday, May 16, 1-5:30 p.m., Lancaster): On the Green Weekend, the Alumni Association's annual Spring Homecoming, begins with a historical tour of the birthplace of Civll War General William Tecumseh Sherman in Lancaster. The weekend continues with a full slate of events including Alumni College , a Cruise-In at the Convo , tours, a Food Truck Festival and much more so register today!
Creating accessible documents (MS Office and Adobe PDF) and Creating Accessible PDF Forms (Wednesday, May 16, 1-3 p.m., WUSOC 175): This accessibility training double header is offered to all OHIO faculty and staff by the Office of Information Technology. Participants can take one or both to gain a basic understanding of creating accessible documents and walk through the creation of an accessible PDF. Registration is requested, so visit the links above and sign up today!
Looking for more things to do around campus? Check out our list below:
For everyone:
- OUPD Stroll Patrol : 12-12:30 p.m. Thursday, May 10, meet in front of Bird Arena (also Tuesday, May 15)
- Ham & Eggs : 8 p.m. Thursday, May 10, Wagner Theatre, OHIO Lancaster
- Athens Walk-In Free Medical Clinic : 9-11 a.m. Friday, May 11, Heritage Community Clinic, Grosvenor Hall 055
- OHIO Baseball vs. Western Michigan : 6 p.m., Friday, May 11, Bob Wren Stadium (also 3 p.m. on May 12 and 1 p.m. on May 13)
- Professional Master of Accountancy Program Information Session : 12-1 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, online (RSVP requested)
- Ceremony of Remembrance : 4:30-5 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, Emeriti Park
For faculty and staff:
- CommonSpot Basic Content Contributor Training : 9-10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 10, WUSOC 175
- Microsoft Teams Training Session : 10:30-11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 10, HRTC 141/145 (RSVP requested; also 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on May 14)
- ALiCE (Active Shooter) Training : 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, Baker University Center 240/242 (RSVP required)
- Ceremony of Remembrance : 4:30-5 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, Emeriti Park
For students:
- International Student Orientation for summer semester : Monday, May 14, Athens campus
- Summer Semester Orientation for students entering 1st summer session and full summer semester
: Monday, May 14, Athens campus
This Compass series shines a spotlight on unique and high-profile events and important deadlines taken from OHIO's official online Calendar of University Events . Visit calendar.ohio.edu/admin/setupevents.aspx to log in with your OHIO ID and add your organization or department's events to the CUE. Feeling lost? Visit www.ohio.edu/calendar/help/ or email calendar@ohio.edu for help.