Russ College of Engineering and Technology Stories

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Top 10 majors at Ohio University: See the most in-demand programs

September 17, 2024 6 min

Choosing the right major is a big step, and Ohio University offers some of the most popular programs in fields that lead to exciting careers.

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Research & Impact

Making Space

September 12, 2024 6 min

A new, state-of-the-art facility will propel collaborative engineering research.

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Ohio University's total enrollment climbs again

September 11, 2024 5 min

Growth fueled by significant increases in both graduate and undergraduate enrollment on the Athens campus and explosive growth in online undergraduate enrollment with a 14 percent year-over-year gain.

Ohio University Lancaster celebrates enrollment growth

September 11, 2024 2 min

Ohio University Lancaster welcomed 193 new students this fall.

Engineering and technology students thrive in enriching, impactful summer internships

September 9, 2024 8 min

Over the summer, students in the Russ College of Engineering and Technology were actively engaged in hands-on internships with employers across the state and country.

University Safety and Security: OHIO unveils new website and web alert design for emergency preparedness and response

August 29, 2024 2 min

OHIO's faculty and staff, across various functional areas, are committed to working together to ensure access to support and safety resources and respond effectively to emergencies as they arise.

Greg Moran concludes tenure as Raymond A. Lancaster Executive Leadership Fellow, Dan Squiller appointed as successor

August 27, 2024 4 min

The Robert D. Walter Center for Strategic Leadership at Ohio University announces a leadership transition within its prestigious Raymond A. Lancaster Executive Leadership Fellow role.

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ASCENT summer STEM internship: Building STEM curiosity among local Appalachian children

August 20, 2024 5 min

The STEM interns were connected to a variety of local camps, workshops and youth programs to deliver STEM activities to spark youth curiosity in STEM fields.

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OHIO to welcome new, returning students to campus with exciting events throughout Welcome Week 2024

August 15, 2024 6 min

A time-honored tradition at OHIO, Welcome Week 2024 is packed with activities that cater to new and returning students, setting the stage for a successful and vibrant semester.

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Artificial intelligence bachelor of science degree now available at Ohio University

August 14, 2024 7 min

Learn about Ohio University's new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence that prepares students for exciting careers in AI and machine learning by equipping them with in-demand skills.

OHIO’s Gordon K. Bush Airport will serve as the primary location for flight tests as part of the NASA ULI project

Ohio University receives $2.5 million in state funding for airport improvements

July 11, 2024 2 min

OHIO's Gordon K. Bush Airport has been awarded $2.5 million in state funding to support improvements to its existing 12,000-square-foot box hangar space.

Researchers Oscar Avalos Ovando and Veronica Bahamondes Lorca review notes in OHIO's Edison Biotechnology Institute.

OHIO researchers discover way to make essential biotesting more accessible using less expensive materials

June 27, 2024 7 min

Researchers from several fields at Ohio University recently collaborated to make lateral flow assay biotests less expensive and more accessible allowing more people to take potentially life-saving tests.

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OHIO’s Russ College awarded $2.25 million contract to enhance curriculum and equipment, train southeast Ohio secondary and post-secondary educators

June 27, 2024 4 min

The Department of Defense through contractor ARCTOS Technology Solutions awarded Ohio University a contract to help develop southeast Ohio's engineering and technology workforce.

Bart Gray ’99 and Joshua Podlich ’12 stand next to Century Mission, a record-breaking flight to circumnavigate the globe

Century Mission, accomplished: Bobcat pilots make history with westward world record

June 20, 2024 4 min

Think planning a cross-country road trip is tough? Try planning a trip around the world in a small plane with just four companions, making 11 stops and spanning over 26,000 miles. Oh, and just to make things a bit more interesting—you’ll be flying into headwinds the entire way on an extremely tight schedule.

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Robot wars

June 5, 2024 3 min

The goal is simple: destroy or render your opponent's robot immobile while avoiding damage to your own. It’s a competition called 'Battlebots,' and the BattleCats, OHIO’s student-run team, recently organized the inaugural edition.

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