Alumni and Friends

New alumni video podcast features Leanne Ford of HGTV

December 14, 2020 1 min

The Ohio University Alumni Association’s new podcast, “Avant-Grad: OHIO Trailblazers,” gets insight straight from achievers who’ve become leaders among Bobcats – and also nationally.

Sports administration alumnus reflects on how OHIO prepared him for startup success

December 10, 2020 5 min

Fueled by his determination and motivated by his experience in OHIO’s College of Business, RaShaun Brown, BSM ’16, MSA ’18, created a company that launched an emoji keyboard of college sports logos.

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Instructions for 2020 year-end gift processing

December 7, 2020 4 min

The Division of Advancement wants to ensure that all donors who wish to do so are able to transact gifts to The Ohio University Foundation.

OHIO alumnus creates Netflix’s biggest debut series of 2020, ‘Ratched’

December 3, 2020 6 min

Evan Romansky, a 2013 broadcast journalism graduate of Ohio University, is the creator and co-executive producer of the Netflix series “Ratched.”

OHIO alumnus Hiller earns award for stories of addiction and recovery

December 3, 2020 2 min

When recent Ohio University alumnus Eli Hiller moved to the Philippines to reconnect with his roots, he saw firsthand the opioid crisis that had claimed over 30,000 lives.

OHIO alumnus and Aladdin actor shares industry expertise with musical theater students

December 1, 2020 5 min

Jonathan Freeman, BFA ’72, the voice of Jafar from Disney’s animated movie Aladdin and the actor who plays the role in the Broadway stage production, shares his experiences with OHIO students.

(From left) Dr. Michele Curtis Penick, BSED ’66; Dr. Clarence Page, BSJ ’69, HON ’93; and Dr. Patricia Ackerman, BA ’66, are pictured at an Ohio University Black Alumni Reunion.

1966 graduate establishes Ebony Bobcat Network’s second scholarship endowment

November 4, 2020 7 min

The Ebony Bobcat Network, Dr. Michele Curtis Penick, 1966 Endowed Scholarship will benefit students majoring in early childhood and elementary education.

OHIO senior awarded scholarship, fellowship, and continued support from Miranda Family Fund

October 27, 2020 3 min

KeShawn Mellon is an advocate, in every sense of the word. The Ohio University School of Theater senior hopes not only to instigate change, but to create safe spaces for students of color.

Ohio University Alumni Association updates Alumni Awards nomination schedule

October 22, 2020 1 min

The Ohio University Alumni Association will accept Alumni Award nominations beginning Jan. 1, 2021, through Dec. 31, 2021, for the 2022 awards.

Five OHIO alumni elected to The Ohio University Foundation Board of Trustees

October 21, 2020 4 min

Ohio University Foundation Board of Trustees is honored to welcome five new trustees who are committed to accomplishing the Foundation’s goal of “Philanthropy in Service and Education.”

Alumna awarded prestigious international environmental fellowship

October 21, 2020 2 min

Rachel Martin, ‘20 is one of 10 people worldwide chosen for a fellowship with Conservation X Lab, an innovation technology company that focuses on solutions to environmental challenges.

Mitchell “Mitch” Holland, BBA ’19, is pictured on Ohio University's College Green with Cutler Hall in the background.

Alumnus creates scholarship in honor of fellow Business Bobcat’s mentorship

October 19, 2020 6 min

When he graduated from Ohio University, Mitchell “Mitch” Holland left behind a legacy of distinguished service and mentorship that is being memorialized and continued by one of his fellow graduates.

Bobcats, friends, and family unite to honor an alumnus’ legacy

October 14, 2020 3 min

Always willing to lend a helping hand, Yousef Faroniya cared deeply for others. His charming personality and cheerful nature never failed to light up a room.

Dr. Tommie Radd has established the first-ever endowed professorship in the Patton College of Education’s Department of Counseling and Higher Education.

First professorship established in Ohio University’s Department of Counseling and Higher Education

October 6, 2020 3 min

Dr. Tommie Radd, an educational leader and researcher, has established the first-ever endowed professorship in the Patton College of Education’s Department of Counseling and Higher Education.

Virtual 5K helps alumni celebrate Homecoming

October 6, 2020 2 min

The AECOM Center for Sports Administration is partnering with Riddle & Bloom to host a virtual 5K event for Homecoming, giving alumni the opportunity to participate anytime from Oct. 5 to 31.

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