Patton College of Education Stories

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Annual Awards

Celebrating University achievements

May 23, 2025 1 min

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

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

Community College Partners

Ohio University partners with Southern State Community College to create seamless transfer pathways for multiple programs

May 21, 2025 3 min

Ohio University has entered into a partnership with Southern State Community College (SSCC) to establish a streamlined transfer pathway for SSCC students.

Alumni Success

OHIO alumnus Greg Mehlman inspires future educators through leadership, service

May 19, 2025 3 min

Greg Mehlman, a 2019 graduate of Ohio University Eastern, has built a successful career in education, currently serving as the elementary principal for Shadyside Local School District.

Teacher tour a Ross County Solar installation

professional development

Ohio University Chillicothe to offer energy science workshop for educators

May 12, 2025 2 min

OHIO Chillicothe and the Patton College of Education is offering a continuing education graduate credit course on renewable energy for middle and high school science teachers.

Kids Camp

Patton College of Education to host summer Green Project Camp for children

May 12, 2025 2 min

The Patton College of Education’s Stevens Literacy Center is pleased to announce the third annual Green Project Camp for summer 2025.

teachers tour a Ross County solar installation

Community Engagement

Area teachers gather at Ohio University Chillicothe for STEM education day

May 9, 2025 4 min

Nearly 80 area STEM teachers, school administrators, and future educators gathered at Ohio University Chillicothe on Thursday, May 8 for a professional development day focusing on renewable energy.

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.

OHIO’s nationally ranked online Master's in Coaching Education prepares aspiring coaches for career success.

Rankings and Recognition

OHIO’s online coaching master’s ranks #1 in Ohio, top 10 nationally by Intelligent.com

May 7, 2025 3 min

Looking to take your coaching career to the next level? Find out why OHIO’s online Master's in Coaching Education, ranked #1 in Ohio and #6 nationally, stands out for aspiring coaches like you.

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.

Dr. Roberta Milliken congratulates Dr. Michael Koop

Faculty Excellence

Ohio University Regional Higher Education faculty honored for outstanding achievements

May 5, 2025 5 min

Ohio University proudly announces the recognition of four outstanding faculty members from its regional campuses for their exceptional contributions to teaching, scholarly activity and service.

Mel Brandau, Angela, Hosek, Sabrina Curran and Murial Gallego hold their awards in front of an Ohio University media wall

Faculty Excellence

OHIO faculty presented awards for outstanding teaching, research, service

May 2, 2025 7 min

Ohio University faculty members were honored recently for their outstanding teaching, research and commitment to student success.

Emeriti Park and Baker University Center

University Updates

OHIO leaders share answers to community questions from April 22 ‘University Updates’

May 2, 2025 5 min

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez hosted the fourth and final “University Updates” event of the academic year on Tuesday, April 22.

Class of 2025

OHIO Southern graduate prepares for career shaping young learners

May 1, 2025 2 min

Early childhood education graduate prepares for a local teaching career after hands-on experiences and strong mentorship at Ohio University Southern.

National Recognitions

Ohio University named a 'Professions-Focused' 'Opportunity College' in latest Carnegie Classifications

May 1, 2025 6 min

OHIO is among the fewer than two dozen R1 universities in the country to earn Carnegie’s new “Opportunity College and University” designation and among only 40 large doctoral institutions defined as “professions-focused.”

A group of people inside a school surrounding tables.

International Culture

Global Education Fair connects cultures in Athens

April 30, 2025 4 min

The annual Global Education Fair in Athens united international and local students from multiple academic disciplines to co-create immersive cultural exhibits. Now in its third year, the initiative has expanded to neighboring school districts, amplifying its impact on global education and intercultural understanding beyond its original scope.

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