Alumni and Friends

Letters to the Editor Spring 2024

April 11, 2024 6 min

We love hearing from our readers! Below are the letters to the editor published in the spring 2024 edition of Ohio Today.

Lighting the Way for Those to Come

April 11, 2024 10 min

From mentorship to scholarship to recruitment, OHIO alumni inspire students to succeed.

OHIO Athletes respond during Paul Benedict 2024 Athlete Entrepreneur Workshop Series 1

Scoring big in business: OHIO athletes train as entrepreneurs

April 11, 2024 4 min

After the roar of the crowd fades and the final whistle sounds, some college athletes may face a new opponent: transitioning from competitive sports to a professional career. Fortunately, Ohio University is equipping its athletes with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive beyond the field.

Bobcat Community shatters records for student support on OHIO Giving Day

April 10, 2024 3 min

In a display of generosity that eclipsed previous records, Bobcats from all over the nation gave during OHIO’s 5th annual Giving Day on April 9 to set new benchmarks for the number of donors and dollars contributed on a single day.

The Judy Davis Nursing Scholarship: A beacon of hope, support for aspiring nurses at Ohio University Zanesville

April 9, 2024 3 min

The Judy Davis Nursing Scholarship is a shining example of commitment and generosity within the Ohio University Zanesville community.

OHIO Giving Day set for April 9, will include special events, surprises

April 4, 2024 2 min

OHIO Giving Day 2024 will celebrate Ohio University by empowering the next generation of Bobcats with access to the University’s experiences and opportunities.

Elizabeth Todd used her Scripps College education to become a business and marketing pioneer in Alexandria, Virginia

April 4, 2024 4 min

Elizabeth Todd is still on cloud nine after celebrating a milestone that was once only a dream for a young college student.

After 40 years on the air, Jack Caudill reflects on how his time at OHIO and WOUB shaped his career

April 2, 2024 3 min

Former WOUB Student Jack Caudill has a day named after him in Rapid City, South Dakota. That’s because in December 2023, the KOTA/KEVN news anchor celebrated 40 years on the air in that community.

OHIO Zanesville social work graduates come back to campus

April 2, 2024 6 min

OHIO Zanesville welcomes back social work graduates to campus. Check out our campus spotlights of area social workers making an impact in our community.

Alumni are covering the Madness

March 29, 2024 3 min

As a television sideline reporter for CBS during the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament, Allie LaForce (H.T.C. ’11) is covering the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 games in the Los Angeles region.

OHIO graduate Judge William T. Newman Jr. to speak at Spring Commencement

March 28, 2024 4 min

Ohio University graduate Judge William T. Newman Jr. will deliver the keynote address for OHIO’s Spring 2024 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremonies on May 4.

Scripps College inducts Paula Shugart into the Ohio Communication Hall of Fame

March 25, 2024 4 min

In her 23 years as president of the Miss Universe Organization, Paula Shugart (B.S.C., ’81) used her voice to advocate for herself, her contestants, and all women.

Jaime Baker breaks down barriers to become a “Woman of Impact”

March 19, 2024 5 min

When Jaime Baker came to Athens from the Pittsburgh area in 2005, she had her sights set on a career as a sports broadcast journalist.

NASA Glenn’s Chief Counsel uses public relations skills learned at Scripps College to make legal issues understandable and approachable

March 18, 2024 4 min

When you hear Callista Puchmeyer’s job title, you wouldn't think she studied journalism. But, as NASA Glenn Research Center Chief Counsel, Puchmeyer utilizes her journalism degree all the time.

Bill Clack is bringing real-world knowledge and connections into his journalism course

March 12, 2024 4 min

Bill Clack’s journalism course is called “Radio and Television Reporting and Writing,” and while learning those skills is important, he also thinks it’s important to bring in media professionals.

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