College of Health Sciences and Professions Stories

Commencement Spotlight: Alicia Weadock

April 26, 2023 3 min

After graduation, Alicia Weadock will be attending OHIO’s Heritage College of Medicine for medical school with the hopes of becoming a family medicine physician and practicing in a rural area.

Commencement Spotlight: Ceci Rockwell

April 26, 2023 3 min

Ceci Rockwell chose Ohio University because of the beautiful campus, the opportunities and the great faculty and staff members. It truly felt like home once she stepped onto campus.

Numerous graduate programs across OHIO ranked among best in nation by U.S. News & World Report

April 25, 2023 2 min

A total of 12 graduate programs, spanning numerous academic colleges, were recognized in the U.S. News’ 2023-2024 rankings list. It is important to note that U.S. News & World Report does not rank all graduate programs each year.

OHIO Chillicothe prepares Julie Doles for a nursing career

April 21, 2023 3 min

Julie Doles chose Ohio University Chillicothe not only for its proximity to her Vinton County home and job at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center but also for its affordability and high nursing pass rates.

The Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony

Ohio University honors outstanding faculty for teaching, research and leadership

April 20, 2023 7 min

Ohio University celebrated exceptional faculty members during the Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony on April 5.

Clinician examines student's vocal chords using a laryngoscope.

New program reimagines the future of vocal wellness in the School of Music

April 19, 2023 5 min

One exciting new initiative in the Ohio University School of Music brings innovative vocal preservation technology to support students and performers whose voice is their instrument.

Betsy Kunstel helps students plan the academic journey that's just right for them

April 13, 2023 4 min

While the lure of living in Athens often inspires alumni to wish they could spend another year here, alumna Betsy Kunstel's job is to help students find their Goldilocks time at Ohio University.

One man’s battle with Parkinson’s serves as inspiration for CHSP symposium

March 31, 2023 4 min

The College of Health Sciences and Professions will host “Walk a Mile in Their Shoes: An Inter-Professional Education Parkinson’s Symposium,” which will share the nuances behind Parkinson’s as experienced by keynote speaker John Cullen.

CHSP Spotlight on Diversity: Caila Gissentaner

March 29, 2023 3 min

For Caila Gissentaner, senior pre-physical therapy major in the College of Health Sciences and Professions, health care disparities among minority communities are a top concern and was a driving force in her decision to seek a career in health care.

OHIO social work students ‘break barriers’

March 23, 2023 5 min

This March’s Social Work Month theme is “Social Work Breaks Barriers." Social work students at Ohio University do just that every day.

Virtual Reality simulations in nursing classes

Technology provides nursing students in 100% online programs with practical experience

March 21, 2023 10 min

The College of Health Science and Professions is looking to the future by implementing technologies that allow our students to best learn pioneering solutions to some of health care’s most complex problems.

Instructors work with children in the pool at Beacon School.

Into the deep end of the pool: Gianna Petrella’s ‘Safe Swimming for All’ caters to children with disabilities

March 2, 2023 6 min

Gina Petrella, who worked with children and adults with disabilities before coming to OHIO, started a program in Athens called Safe Swimming for All, targeted to children with disabilities.

A photo of people at an Age-Friendly Athens County community meeting

How Ohio University is improving the health of Ohio’s aging population

February 28, 2023 8 min

With leading research, technology development, infrastructure changes and community support, Ohio University is taking significant strides in improving the health of the state’s older residents.

Success Advisor Brandy Bailey: 'Definitely get involved with a student organization'

February 22, 2023 2 min

If Success Advisor Brandy Bailey was a new student entering the College of Health Sciences and Professions, she would be eagerly awaiting the Activities Fair during the first week of classes in August.

Brynne Wank, Lindsey Koenig, Chloe Stage and Lydia Osei

Junior nursing students present evidence-based practice projects