College of Health Sciences and Professions Stories

OHIO Giving Day is set for April 2: Donate to make a difference

March 25, 2025 3 min

Ohio University’s sixth Giving Day kicks off at midnight on Wednesday, April 2, inviting alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends to celebrate all Ohio University has been and is, by giving to the funds that matter most to you and to current and future Bobcats. Our goal this year is 3,110 donors. Together, we can ensure OHIO’s next era is the best one yet.

Students sitting in Grover Center for the scholarship awards

News and Announcements

Success in numbers

March 18, 2025 3 min

The early impact of the Southern Ohio Behavioral Health Initiative, a program aimed at expanding the behavioral health workforce

Dr. Richard Greenlee is shown with a group of OHIO Eastern students

OHIO Announcements

Ohio University Eastern appoints Dr. Richard W. Greenlee as interim dean

March 17, 2025 2 min

Ohio University Eastern has appointed Dr. Richard W. Greenlee as the interim dean of campus and community relations, effective May 16, 2025.

Emeriti Park and Baker University Center

OHIO Events

OHIO employees invited to Mental Health Awareness, Interaction, Direction training

March 14, 2025 1 min

Ohio University employees are invited to participate in the Mental Health Awareness, Interaction and Direction (A.I.D.) virtual training session on March 20.

Homecoming

Ohio University to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 13-18

March 12, 2025 2 min

Homecoming Week 2025 will kick off on Oct. 13, 2025, with the Homecoming football game against Northern Illinois on Oct. 18.

Female student with long black hair wearing a green sweatshirt

Experiential Learning

Senior social work student finds passion, purpose in field placement

March 4, 2025 4 min

Ohio University Eastern senior Olivia Muncy's field placement has been transformative, enhancing her empathy, practical skills, and professional connections.

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.

OHIO Chillicothe's part-time nursing students

Student Success

OHIO Chillicothe’s part-time nursing track helps nursing students find balance while pursuing their dreams

February 27, 2025 4 min

Chianne Burgin and Zach Staley both plan to graduate in spring 2026 thanks to a part-time track that provides students the flexibility to pursue a nursing degree that fits with their busy schedules.

Zanesville

2025 Day in the Life of a Social Worker

February 19, 2025 5 min

OHIO Zanesville is hosting the annual Day in the Life of a Social Worker program. The event will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 3 in the Elson Hall Auditorium.

The OHIO Southern Campus with the community behind it, including the bridge over the Ohio River

Community Service

Ohio University Southern’s Student Social Work Association mobilizes for flood relief

February 19, 2025 3 min

Ohio University Southern’s Student Social Work Association is collecting donations for Kentucky and West Virginia flood relief. Urgent needs include heaters, blankets, water, food and cleaning supplies.

Student Success

From addiction to advocacy: Matthew Chaffin’s journey to helping others

February 17, 2025 4 min

Matthew Chaffin earned his associate degree in applied science in Human Service Technology in 2024 and is now a pre-social work major at Ohio University Chillicothe.

J.W. & M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation

Academic Excellence

Ohio University Zanesville unveils state-of-the-art Nursing Wing with Straker Foundation partnership

February 14, 2025 2 min

OHIO Zanesville is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new J.W. & M.H. Straker Charitable Foundation Nursing Wing on Feb. 25 at 10:30 a.m.

A nurse professional earning their MSN degree from OHIO Online.

Rankings and Recognition

OHIO’s online MSN programs ranked as a leading path to nursing career growth by U.S. News & World Report

February 10, 2025 3 min

Ohio University's flexible online MSN, ranked #12 by U.S. News & World Report, prepares nurse professionals for leadership roles and advanced practice in their chosen specialty.

A working nurse earning their highly ranked OHIO online MSN degree

Rankings and Recognition

OHIO’s online MSN program ranked #1 in Ohio, among nation’s best

February 7, 2025 4 min

Ohio's best online MSN? Ohio University's program, says RegisteredNursing.org! Flexible learning, national recognition. Lead, educate, advance!

a student walk in front of Stevenson Center