College of Arts and Sciences Stories

4-Aminoquinolines inhibit the function of the bacterial T-box riboswitch RNA. Illustration by Jennifer Hines

Hiding in plain sight: Hines group uncovers new class of medicinal compounds that target RNA

February 12, 2023 4 min

Chemistry students in Jennifer Hines' lab uncovered a new class of compounds that can target RNA and disrupt its function, a discovery that could be used in the development of RNA-targeted medicines.

Dr. Ron Isaac introducing an OHIO alumni speaker at the Ohio University Meteorology Symposium in April 2012.

University community mourns Geography Assistant Professor Emeritus Ronald Isaac

February 10, 2023 5 min

The university community mourns the passing of Assistant Professor Emeritus of Geography Ronald Isaac, former department chair and founder of OHIO's meteorology program.

OHIO faculty experts discuss new ASCENT program and its impact on the region during Feb. 14 Ask the Experts

February 10, 2023 1 min

Faculty experts discuss the new ASCENT program during Feb. 14 Ask the Experts livestream.

University community mourns Arts and Sciences staff member Erin Thompson

February 9, 2023 4 min

The community mourns the passing of College of Arts and Sciences Executive Assistant Erin Thompson, who passed away Jan. 13 in the company of her husband, Linguistics Professor Christopher Thompson.

Pre-Law Day features law school and career panels, resume review and more on March 2

February 9, 2023 3 min

Pre-Law Day on March 2 is an excellent opportunity for pre-law students at Ohio University to connect with alumni and explore their interest in law school and the legal profession.

Adam Brown, success advisor in the College of Arts & Sciences Office of Undergraduate Advising and Student Affairs.

Advising Tip: Maximize your plans with summer course offerings

February 9, 2023 2 min

Spring semester is in full force. The weather...well that’s complicated, but your summer plans don’t have to be. Use the summer term to get a head start or keep on track!

Foundation Trustee and Alumnus Edward Chow to discuss 'Global Energy Security and Economics' on March 7

February 8, 2023 3 min

Edward Chow is an international energy expert with 45 years of industry experience working in Asia, Middle East, Africa, South America, Europe, Russia, Caspian and Black Sea regions.

Four faculty fellows helping College of Arts and Sciences on curriculum, assessment, One OHIO

February 8, 2023 2 min

The College of Arts and Sciences announces four faculty fellows helping the college with curriculum, assessment and One OHIO college process development for this academic year.

Pulitzer Prize winning historian to discuss 'John F. Kennedy and the Promise of Democracy' on March 2

February 8, 2023 2 min

The 44th annual Costa Lecture features Fredrik Logevall, 2013 winner of the Pulitzer Prize in History, on Thursday, March 2. Logevall will discuss "John F. Kennedy and the Promise of Democracy."

OHIO researcher investigates first assessment of livestock predation risk from brown bears in Romania

February 8, 2023 5 min

Researchers from the University of Bucharest, Ohio University, and several management agencies and environmental NGOs has assessed livestock predation across a number of factors.

New history book examines U.S. Civil War as part of a wider North American crisis

February 7, 2023 2 min

A new book co-edited by Brian Schoen examines the Civil War and Reconstruction era, showing that while the new republic was in crisis, its North American neighbors had crises of their own.

Jocelin Arbenz, third from left, and OIP Interns meet with Ohio Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor, center, and OHIO alumnus Pierce Reed, far right.

Center for Law, Justice and Culture announces alumna-funded summer internships

February 6, 2023 4 min

The Center for Law, Justice and Culture announces up to four alumna-funded internships for Ohio University undergraduate students. Students should apply by Feb. 17.

Menard Family George Washington Forum to host Michael Munger in Baker Theater on Feb. 9

February 6, 2023 1 min

The Menard Family George Washington Forum will present “Is Capitalism Sustainable in a Democracy,” on Thursday, Feb. 9, in the Baker Center Theater.

2022 recipients of the CLJC Law School Application Support Fund award

Students invited to apply for CLJC Law School Application Support Fund

February 6, 2023 2 min

The Center for Law, Justice and Culture invites current Ohio University students to apply for the CLJC Law School Application Support Fund.

Ryan Sheehan presents at the Midwest Medieval History Conference at Xavier College in Cincinnati, OH.

Ryan Sheehan presents on French dynasty at Midwest Medieval History Conference

February 2, 2023 2 min

Ryan Sheehan, a history major in the Honors Tutorial College, presented his work on the Capetian dynasty of French kings at the fall 2022 Midwest Medieval History Conference.

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