College of Health Sciences and Professions Stories

When life gives you pawpaws, throw a giant festival

Robert Brannan, a professor of food and nutrition sciences in CHSP, has dedicated his career to studying the pawpaw, now he's educating the public on the fruit at the annual Pawpaw Festival.

First-year students pass though the Alumni Gateway on their way to the Student Organization Involvement Fair on College Green.

Ohio University enrollment grows with another record-breaking incoming class

Ohio University enrollment climbed in Fall 2023 with a record-setting first-year class in Athens, growth in incoming regional campus and online students, and a remarkable climb in student retention.

Visiting Fulbright scholar-in-residence to focus on global health, population health and health equity

Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Adom Manu will interact with students and community partners to provide a global perspective on global health and health equity.

Participants are shown at a blood drive at OHIO Southern

Student nurses to hold blood drive at OHIO Southern

The Ohio University Southern Student Nurses Association will host a blood drive in partnership with American Red Cross on Tuesday, Sept. 5.

Jess Mitchell holding a dog in front of a sign that says

Purr-fect internship: OHIO pre-vet junior spends summer at animal clinic

Ohio University junior Jess Mitchell spent 12 weeks this summer working and living on-site at Animal Care Sanctuary, one of the biggest and oldest no-kill shelters in the United States.

Campers pose together for a group picture in their zip-lining gear at Hocking Hills

Kids on Campus provides educational and recreational fun for 150 local children

Ohio University brought 150 children from around Southeast Ohio to campus for a fun-filled month of outdoor learning and research activities, including a brand-new STEM track.

Student Enhancement Awards provide $110,116 in funding to 20 students

The Ohio University Student Enhancement Awards program provided 20 students with a total of $110,116 in funding for their original research, scholarship and creative work this spring.

Physician Assistant Class of 2025 receives White Coats

Family and friends gathered at the Dublin Integrated Education Center on June 23 to watch and celebrate as the Ohio University Physician Assistant Class of 2025 received their White Coats.

Collaborative painting in Grover Center reflects College purpose

Sometimes, great ideas emerge during a game of pickleball and transform into a piece of art.

An OHIO student wearing medical scrubs is shown in a medical setting

Ohio University to partner with OhioHealth for new Certified Nurse Anesthesia program

Ohio University’s College of Health Sciences and Professions has announced its intent to partner with OhioHealth to launch a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) Program.

Tracy Plouck named dean of the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Elizabeth Sayrs has named Tracy Plouck as the dean of the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service.

Three OHIO faculty receive Regional Higher Education Outstanding Faculty Award

Three Ohio University regional higher education faculty members received awards in recognition of their outstanding performance.

Josh Blanton holds his award while standing with family members

Alumni Leadership Award winner found the road to servant leadership at OHIO Southern

Josh Blanton, who is this year’s Dan Evans Alumni Leadership Award winner, found inspiration in a professor at Ohio University Southern.

OHIO Eastern prepares Jenna Cunningham for nursing career

Jenna Cunningham chose Ohio University Eastern not only for its proximity to her home but also for small class sizes, one-on-one faculty interaction, open door advising and experience-based classwork.

Commencement Spotlight: Kate E. Anderson

On the same day as Spring Commencement, Kate E. Anderson will also be commissioning as an active-duty U.S. Air Force officer.

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