University College Stories

Alumna Spotlight: Sarah Sizemore

April 13, 2021 3 min

Sarah Sizemore, a 2020 bachelor of criminal justice grad has earned her credentials as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board.

From undecided to experienced: Duncan Farquhar’s Bobcat journey

March 29, 2021 5 min

When Duncan Farquhar came to Ohio University in 2018, he wasn’t sure what he wanted to major in, so he entered as an undecided student in University College. Now, he'll graduate with experience.

Criminal justice degree helps Troy detective

March 29, 2021 3 min

Nick Freisthler has worked in law enforcement for nearly 20 years and currently serves as a detective with the Troy Police Department in Troy, Ohio.

Specialized Studies major to advance her biostatistics education

March 26, 2021 4 min

Senior specialized studies major Ailish Stein looks forward to supporting public health efforts through her research and scholarship. Stein will earn her bachelor’s degree from University College.

2020 community-based interns demonstrate impact of virtual community engagement

February 25, 2021 6 min

Undeterred by the COVID-19 Pandemic, the students and community partners working together through a community-based internship program successfully transitioned to remote partnerships.

Student and Alumni Spotlight: Lucas Stemen

February 24, 2021 2 min

Lucas Stemen earned his associate’s degree in applied science in law enforcement technology from Ohio University in fall 2019 and is currently completing his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.

OHIO Army ROTC grad supports pandemic relief

February 24, 2021 3 min

Second Lieutenant Jonnierah “JonJon” Smith, a 2020 graduate of the College of Arts and Sciences and the Army ROTC program at Ohio University, helps distribute food at the Mid-Ohio Foodbank.

Alumni Spotlight: Jamie (McCoy) Chaney

November 4, 2020 3 min

Jamie (McCoy) Chaney is a 2016 Ohio University Chillicothe graduate who is now a court/victim advocate for domestic violence.

Alumni Spotlight: Josie Lott

October 28, 2020 3 min

Josie Lott is a 2017 Ohio University Chillicothe graduate who helps adult felony probationers by assessing their risk level (risk of reoffending).

Specialized studies alumni spotlight: Imani Edwards

October 9, 2020 3 min

Imani Edwards, BSS '18, now works as a scheduler and office manager in the US House of Representatives for Marcia Fudge (OH-11).

Rachel Benway wearing a University of South Florida shirt

Graduate assistant interns at University of South Florida

May 21, 2020 3 min

This summer Rachel Benway, a graduate assistant in Office of First-Year and Student Transitions is supporting orientation programs for the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida as a NODA.

Tyaira Williams holding a sign that says

Specialized studies major interns with Developmental Disabilities Board

April 27, 2020 2 min

Through her internship at the ACBDD Tyaira became more knowledgeable about the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, Help Me Grow, Early Intervention system, policy and procedures

Max Routsong's dog Boat helps his owner with internship duties

Max Routsong interns in the family business

April 27, 2020 2 min

As an intern at his family's funeral home, Max had the opportunity to explore and participate in the operation of the business his great grandparents built over a hundred years ago.

Kirby Bowman ties her apron at Passion Works Studios

Specialized studies major interns with passion

April 24, 2020 2 min

As an intern at Passion Works Studio, Kirby found a way to create jewelry pieces using small scraps of metal that are usually thrown away in the process of creating their trademark Passion Flowers

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Showcase highlights powerful impact of Community Based Internships

January 28, 2020 3 min

On Monday, January 27, the Center for Campus and Community Engagement (CCCE) hosted Making an Impact: Community Internship Showcase to illustrate how mutually beneficial partnerships can occur.

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