College of Arts and Sciences Stories

Jeanette Grasselli Brown stands at a podium during a Frontiers in Science lecture

OHIO community mourns the passing of alumna and supporter Jenny Grasselli Brown

August 1, 2025 4 min

Prolific scientist and Ohio University supporter Jeanette (Gescy) Grasselli Brown, BS '50, HDS '78, passed away in July. The OHIO community remembers her legacy.

Blurred images of students in motion crossing College Green

Warm Welcomes

Becoming Bobcats: BSO welcomes a new class

July 31, 2025 5 min

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."

Dr. Haley Duschinski walks among the crowd and leads a presentation

Workforce Development

Regional employers, educators meet to advance global workforce readiness in Ohio

July 30, 2025 5 min

Industry leaders and Ohio University partners explore how language, culture and global skills can power Ohio’s economic future.

Tech Savvy Day 2025 attendees, grades 5-9, getting ready for a full day of fun and learning at OHIO

STEM

Tech Savvy Day engages Appalachian students with STEM opportunities

July 28, 2025 6 min

Appalachian students mixed slime, launched rockets, coded robots, and explored brains at OHIO’s Tech Savvy Day, a fun-filled event sparking curiosity and excitement for all things STEM.

Heat-related illness

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

July 24, 2025 6 min

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.

Student Success

OHIO student honored with award from Community Campus Coalition

July 17, 2025 3 min

Ohio University student Jess Mitchell was honored with the Charles J. Ping Student Service Award from the Community Campus Coalition at the end of the spring semester.

A young student smiles and wears a glove while working on a STEM project at a table, and teachers stand nearby

Community Partners

AEP Ohio Foundation, Voinovich School celebrate 10 years of STEM education partnership

July 17, 2025 3 min

The American Electric Power (AEP) Ohio Foundation and OHIO's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service have enjoyed a long-standing relationship.

Ask the Experts

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

July 10, 2025 1 min

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.

An artistic image of Superman is shown against the Athens skyline, which includes the Convocation Center

Super Faculty

Will Superman still fly with audiences today?

July 9, 2025 8 min

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

Career Development

Laura Holbrook joins OHIO Southern as Career Development Coordinator

July 7, 2025 4 min

Alumna Laura Holbrook returns to OHIO Southern as career development coordinator, offering guidance to students and alumni on resumes, job searches, career exploration and more.

National Leaders

OHIO awards Konneker Medal to alumnus Frank Papay

July 1, 2025 5 min

Internationally acclaimed surgeon and inventor Dr. Frank Papay has been named as the winner of the 2025 Konneker Medal for Commercialization and Entrepreneurship.

OHIO Community

Ohio University mourns the passing of Professor Emeritus Donald M. Borchert

June 18, 2025 12 min

A Celebration of Life will be held for Emeritus Professor of Philosophy Dr. Donald M. Borchert at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 28, at the First Presbyterian Church of Athens.

OHIO Announcements

University Libraries welcomes Ex Libris Alma as its new system platform

June 17, 2025 3 min

University Libraries’ new system, Ex Libris Alma, allows for a smoother and more modern platform for the OHIO community.

English graduate students and mentors pose for a picture outside Ellis Hall

Graduate internships

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June 17, 2025 5 min

Through community-based internships, English graduate students gain a deeper sense of place.

Student Awards

OHIO students receive top honors at Ohio Space Grant Consortium Student Symposium

June 16, 2025 3 min

Two Ohio University students were honored for their research excellence at the Ohio Space Grant Consortium Student Symposium during the spring semester.

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