Stories tagged with: Global/International

Two countries, one calling

May 1, 2025 3 min

Ohio University student Tyrone Oppon bridges two continents— and discovers confidence and community through the programs in the Walter Center for Strategic Leadership.

Cierra Willis is shown with her research project

Student Success

OHIO student receives Public Service Award for research project

April 24, 2025 3 min

This award is designed to support individuals committed to a career in public service, empowering them to make a positive impact on their communities and the environment through education and practice.

Ohio University's Athens Campus is shown in this aerial image

International Education

Global Travel Fund announces special funding cycle

April 14, 2025 1 min

The University International Council and the Office of Global Affairs encourage eligible Ohio University faculty on all campuses to apply for the Global Travel Fund.

Thai Moradokmai Theatre dancers are shown dancing in a large group

OHIO Events

Moradokmai Theatre performers from Thailand to visit OHIO Lancaster

April 11, 2025 2 min

On April 17, Moradokmai teachers and students will offer a short performance followed by a traditional Thai dance workshop, providing a captivating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Thailand.

Athens, Ohio

Cherry Blossom season at Ohio University: Spring blooms along the Hocking River

April 7, 2025 2 min

To the delight of Bobcats near and far, the cherry blossom trees on Ohio University's campus in Athens produce spectacular blooms each spring. OHIO is home to 230 cherry blossom trees and has been named one of the best places in the United States to see cherry blossoms outside of Washington, D.C.

A jogger runs on the bike path near the colorful cherry blossom trees near the Hocking River

Forever OHIO

OHIO celebrates cherry blossoms, enduring friendship with Chubu University

April 3, 2025 3 min

Ohio University celebrated the beginning of Spring with the blossoming of the spectacular cherry trees and a visit from its cherished partners from Chubu University in Japan.

An OHIO student is shown with her mother at the Pop Up Market in Alden Library during Moms Weekend 2024.

Family Weekends

Moms Weekend to feature arts activities, special events, International Street Fair

April 2, 2025 6 min

Ohio University will celebrate Moms Weekend April 4-6 with a wide variety of events for Bobcats and their family members.

The Cherry Blossom trees in bloom near the Hocking River

Forever OHIO

OHIO preparing to celebrate iconic cherry blossom trees

March 19, 2025 4 min

Ohio University’s nationally recognized cherry blossom trees mark the arrival of spring in Athens, and this year they should begin blooming in the last week of March or first week of April.

Faculty Excellence

Talinn Phillips works with international faculty on prestigious English Language Specialist project for U.S. Department of State

March 19, 2025 2 min

Professor Talinn Phillips recently completed an English Language Specialist project for the U.S. Department of State, focusing on academic publishing in Moscow, Russia.

OHIO Announcements

Dr. Gillian Ice to return to faculty role July 1 after serving as OHIO's interim associate provost of global affairs

February 28, 2025 2 min

After a year-long Faculty Fellowship Leave, Dr. Gillian Ice will return to her faculty position in the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and Global Health Initiative in the College of Health Sciences and Professions.

Man in red shirt standing between two elephants

Experiential Learning

A transformative journey: OHIO Eastern student explores culture, learning in Thailand

February 27, 2025 4 min

Ohio University Eastern student Brenden Marcum embarked on a 10-day experiential learning trip to Thailand over winter break.

The Chubu University mascot is shown with children and an adult on the College Green during the International Street Fair

OHIO Events

International Week set for April 2-5, performers and vendors invited to register for Street Fair

February 17, 2025 3 min

Ohio University’s International Students Union invites all members of the OHIO community to participate in this year’s International Week and the International Street Fair.

Global Arts Festival

Global Arts Festival and World Music and Dance Concert to return to Athens this spring

February 4, 2025 7 min

The fifth Global Arts Festival and 13th World Music and Dance Concert will take place from March 31 through April 4 celebrating diversity in the OHIO community.

Global Education

Applications now being accepted for Global Travel Fund for OHIO faculty

January 30, 2025 2 min

The Global Travel Fund supports faculty (tenure-track or instructional faculty) who are carrying out scholarly and creative activities which require in-person international travel engagement.

Student studying on Chubu University campus