College of Arts and Sciences Stories

Dr. Maryam Ahmed: Scientist reimagines the power of viruses

May 21, 2025 4 min

Dr. Maryam Ahmed’s interest in virology began in college and led to a career studying how viruses can fight cancer. Now at Ohio University, she combines research, teaching and outreach to make science more accessible.

OHIO Announcements

Mike Lafreniere selected as interim dean to ensure continuity, strong leadership at OHIO Chillicothe

May 16, 2025 3 min

Ohio University Chillicothe is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Lafreniere as interim dean, effective Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

OHIO Community

Meet the OHIO Zanesville manager of library services: Haley Shaw returns to her Bobcat roots

May 15, 2025 3 min

Keep an eye out for upcoming workshops, study sessions, and other events that Haley Shaw has in store—you might just find your new favorite place on campus.

Phi Beta Kappa

Phi Beta Kappa honors high achievers, reflects historical and liberal arts traditions and academic excellence

May 12, 2025 6 min

The Lambda of Ohio University Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa recently initiated nearly 50 new members on Friday, May 2, at Grover Center. These students met extensive academic requirements to qualify for membership.

Distinguished Professor

Kevin Mattson named Ohio University Distinguished Professor

May 9, 2025 2 min

Ohio University proudly announced Kevin Mattson Ph.D. as the 2025 recipient of its highest faculty honor—the Distinguished Professor Award—during the spring graduate commencement ceremony on Friday, May 2.

Ian Klein, an associate professor of instruction in Biological Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences at Ohio University

Video

In a Nutshell: Turning anatomy education into online sensation

May 8, 2025 1 min

What do pipe cleaners and duct tape have to do with a college-level anatomy course? Using hands-on demonstrations and enhancing the classroom experience with his online videos explaining everything from patellas to the parietal lobe is OHIO's own MacGyver of anatomy, Ian Klein.

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.

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.

Awards

WOUB Professional Staff and Students win All-Ohio Excellence in Journalism Awards from The Press Club of Cleveland

May 2, 2025 3 min

The Scripps College is celebrating two WOUB professional staff members and five students who are taking home awards this spring after winning All-Ohio Excellence in Journalism Awards.

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.

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.

Innovative Teaching

OHIO’s very own influencer…at least in the world of anatomy and physiology education

May 2, 2025 5 min

Ian Klein is leveraging the power of social media to better educate not only his students but the general public. Through creating videos talking on the human body and using models not accessible to most, Klein and his students are gaining a following for a good reason.

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.”

Faculty members dressed in academic regalia sit in an audience

Research and Awards

Faculty Experts Roundup

April 30, 2025 5 min

As the spring semester comes to a close, we celebrate OHIO faculty for achievements in communication, science and the arts.

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