Stories tagged with: Division of University Advancement

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.

Spring 2024 aerial view of the Athens, Ohio campus at Ohio University

Giving Day

Imagining and creating communities together: A relational approach to fundraising

March 25, 2025 4 min

Read about how top-raising advocates for OHIO Giving Day in 2024 are reaching for even greater Giving Day participation in 2025.

illustration of multicultural young adults wearing graduation caps gathered around a table with notebooks, laptops and cups of coffee

Alumni Engagement

Next-Gen Leaders

March 24, 2025 3 min

OHIO’s new professional development program positions today’s alumni to become tomorrow’s leaders.

A man and a woman standing next to a painting.

Philanthropy

Painting a legacy of philanthropy

January 29, 2025 6 min

Betsy Ross Koller, an internationally recognized artist, uses her paintings to fund scholarships for Appalachian students and emergency aid for international students at OHIO.

A crowd celebrates during a Heritage College event on the Athens Campus

Forever Forward

Building a healthier Ohio – together

January 16, 2025 6 min

A transformational $70 million gift commitment from the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation will fuel the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine's growing commitment to primary care while expanding research focused on pervasive health challenges.

Alumni & Friends

Lifelong athletics connection drives scholarship endowment

December 13, 2024 4 min

Two OHIO alumni and former football players created a new endowed scholarship celebrating excellence, determination and self-motivation.

Announcements

Gregory Simmons named as Vice President of Advancement

September 23, 2024 2 min

Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez has named Gregory Simmons as Vice President of Advancement effective Nov. 4, 2024.

OUCU Financial commits to three-year partnership with OHIO Esports program

September 13, 2024 2 min

OUCU Financial Credit Union became the first multi-year sponsor of Ohio University Esports through a partnership agreement on Aug. 13, 2024.

rendering of the new college of fine arts building facility

Alumni & Friends

New Name, New Look, New Life

September 12, 2024 6 min

A gift from Jeffery Chaddock and Mark Morrow will change the face & future of the College of Fine Arts.

Rufus waves to the crowd during Homecoming 2023

Join us to celebrate OHIO Homecoming 2024, Sept. 23-28

September 9, 2024 2 min

Mark your calendars, Bobcats – OHIO’s Homecoming Week 2024 is happening September 23, 2024.

Is my project a fit for Sugar Bush Foundation funding? Come discuss your project with Sugar Bush Foundation board members at two upcoming events: In Athens Friday, Aug. 23, in Zanesville Friday, Sept. 13 - Nonprofits, bring your University partner or come seek one!

Join the conversation: Sugar Bush Foundation to host community-university idea sharing events

August 1, 2024 1 min

The Sugar Bush Foundation will host two events for community organizations and OHIO faculty and staff to share their project ideas, explore funding opportunities and network with the foundation board.

The College Green is shown in the spring

OHIO faculty, staff asked to provide information about alumni volunteers for past academic year

July 16, 2024 3 min

Ohio University’s Division of University Advancement is asking all faculty and staff to provide information on alumni who volunteered in the past year, specifically July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024.

Update on search for OHIO’s next vice president for University Advancement, president/CEO of Ohio University Foundation

June 4, 2024 2 min

Ohio University is moving forward in the search for its next vice president for University Advancement and president and CEO of the Ohio University Foundation.

The Ohio University Marching 110 prepares to perform.

The Marching 110

Ohio University announces plans for new Marching 110 Band Complex and practice field

April 27, 2024 3 min

A generous foundational gift from two Marching 110 alumni is kicking off a new fundraising campaign.

a wide view of student presentations displayed on the center floor of Ohio University's Convocation Center

Research Expo offers opportunity for students and alumni alike

April 19, 2024 6 min

OHIO students showcase works for alumni judges to further knowledge and benefit the community.

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