College of Arts and Sciences Stories

Marty Conley speaks at the dedication ceremony outside of the Quinn Chapel AME Church

Honoring the past, shaping the future: OHIO alumnus leads efforts to preserve Underground Railroad sites

June 5, 2025 5 min

Two Ironton sites were added to the National Park Service’s Network to Freedom as part of a regional initiative led by OHIO graduate Marty Conley to preserve local Underground Railroad history.

Research Excellence

New name, broader mandate: ITDI expands focus with renaming of key initiative

June 4, 2025 4 min

The Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute (ITDI) at Ohio University is expanding the scope of one of its core research programs.

Academic Achievement

OHIO announces spring semester 2025 student academic achievement lists

June 2, 2025 2 min

OHIO is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of more than 11,100 students who officially qualified for the President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for spring semester 2025.

OHIO Announcements

OHIO announces transition plans for Office of Global Affairs

May 30, 2025 2 min

Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Donald Leo will convene a task force during the fall semester to analyze OHIO’s international portfolio and conduct a needs assessment.

Aerial view of the Athens campus with the Hocking River on one side and rolling Appalachian hills on the other

Annual Awards

Celebrating University achievements

May 23, 2025 1 min

OHIO's annual awards honor outstanding students, faculty and staff.

A student presents in front of a screen showing historical research

Research in the Community

‘Care, rigor and humility’

May 22, 2025 3 min

Archival research and community outreach engage African American Studies students in the rich history of Ohio’s Black communities.

Cora Farra holds the Intercultural Communication Division Top Paper Award.

'Centering community voices in research': Celebrate undergrad Cora Farra

‘Centering community voices in research’

May 22, 2025 6 min

Celebrated for her research as an undergraduate, Cora Farra earned national recognition for her community-based research in Ecuador, winning top honors and publication for work exploring culture-centered approaches to development.

Research and Impact

Dr. Maryam Ahmed: Scientist reimagines the power of viruses

May 21, 2025 4 min

Dr. Maryam Ahmed’s interest in virology began in college and led to a career studying how viruses can fight cancer. Now at Ohio University, she combines research, teaching and outreach to make science more accessible.

OHIO Announcements

Mike Lafreniere selected as interim dean to ensure continuity, strong leadership at OHIO Chillicothe

May 16, 2025 3 min

Ohio University Chillicothe is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Lafreniere as interim dean, effective Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

OHIO Community

Meet the OHIO Zanesville manager of library services: Haley Shaw returns to her Bobcat roots

May 15, 2025 3 min

Keep an eye out for upcoming workshops, study sessions, and other events that Haley Shaw has in store—you might just find your new favorite place on campus.

Phi Beta Kappa

Phi Beta Kappa honors high achievers, reflects historical and liberal arts traditions and academic excellence

May 12, 2025 6 min

The Lambda of Ohio University Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa recently initiated nearly 50 new members on Friday, May 2, at Grover Center. These students met extensive academic requirements to qualify for membership.

Distinguished Professor

Kevin Mattson named Ohio University Distinguished Professor

May 9, 2025 2 min

Ohio University proudly announced Kevin Mattson Ph.D. as the 2025 recipient of its highest faculty honor—the Distinguished Professor Award—during the spring graduate commencement ceremony on Friday, May 2.

Ian Klein, an associate professor of instruction in Biological Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences at Ohio University

Video

In a Nutshell: Turning anatomy education into online sensation

May 8, 2025 1 min

What do pipe cleaners and duct tape have to do with a college-level anatomy course? Using hands-on demonstrations and enhancing the classroom experience with his online videos explaining everything from patellas to the parietal lobe is OHIO's own MacGyver of anatomy, Ian Klein.

Two OHIO graduates in cap and gown celebrate after walking across the stage at Spring Commencement

Forever OHIO

OHIO celebrates the Class of 2025

May 8, 2025 5 min

Family members and friends cheered loudly and proudly for their Bobcats at the Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies in the Convocation Center and at special events on the Athens and regional campuses.

Greg Fraunfelter and Luke Feeney are shown with a group of other mayors from around Southeastern Ohio during a meeting at the Ohio Statehouse

Alumni Leaders

Bobcats in office: Ohio University alumni leading Southeastern Ohio as mayors

May 6, 2025 4 min

These alumni represent a growing network of OHIO graduates who are using their education to lead, serve and strengthen their communities.

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