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Milestones

(Snow)caps and gowns

OHIO celebrated Fall Commencement under a wintry sky, as loved ones gathered to cheer for our newest batch of Bobcat alumni.

Featured Stories

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Viral content

ā€˜Fate of Opheliaā€™ cover shines a certain showgirl's spotlight on the Marching 110

Between Taylor Swift's Instagram "like," the band's quick turnaround in arranging the song and the sheer excellence of their performance, the 110's latest viral video has sparked excitement across the OHIO community.

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Faculty Research

OHIO researcher co-authors new study showing pterosaurs and birds evolved flight-ready brains in different ways

A new study published in Current Biology, co-authored by Lawrence Witmer,Ā now sheds light on how pterosaurs evolved the neurological structures required for powered flight.

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Streaming

What Netflixā€™s bid for Warner Bros. could mean for Hollywood and consumers

Netflixā€™s potential bid for Warner Bros. has ignited fears about consolidation, creativity and the future of Hollywood. College of Business expert Jacob Hiler talks on how the deal may fundamentally reshape the industry and the impacts and motivations you may not be thinking about.

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Alumni

Retired NFL athletic trainer knows: finding your field makes all the difference

A gift from Todd Toriscelli, BSH ā€™84, will provide scholarship opportunities for students in the Department of Athletic Training.

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Economics

What killed the penny: OHIO economist shares his two cents on the retiring of the cent

The penny was one of the first coins made by the U.S. Mint in 1793, but as of November 2025, it is no longer being produced. 51ĀŅĀ× Professor of Economics Roberto Duncan provides some insight into what led to the end of the popular coin.

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Faculty achievements

Faculty Experts Roundup

OHIO faculty have been busy. Fall semester news includes awards, publications, research and performances.

Snow U ā„ļø Snow Yeah!

The most beautiful college campus looks even better under a blanket of snow, and inspired us to wax poetic.

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Snow falls on Alumni Gateway at night Snow U ā„ļø Snow Yeah!
A drone shot of fall trees on OHIO's campus Falling for OHIO
Rufus the Bobcat rides in the Homecoming Parade Back home again
Fireworks erupt over a field of spectators Bobcats light up campus during Welcome Week

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Hear from OHIO's engaging field experts, students and those influenced by thought-provoking subjects and their modern relevance.

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Upcoming Events

Featured Event

Dec 25-Jan 2

Winter Break Closure

51ĀŅĀ× will be closed Dec. 25 - Jan. 2 to observe its annual Winter Break Closure. 

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Latest Stories

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Student Success

OHIO announces fall semester 2025 student academic achievement lists

51ĀŅĀ× is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of every student who has qualified for theĀ Presidentā€™s, Provostā€™s or Deanā€™s Lists, across all of OHIOā€™s campuses, for fall semester 2025.

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Fallout 76

Athens and OHIO goes post-apocalyptic in new Fallout 76 game

For Bobcats playing the latest Fallout 76 expansion, whether theyā€™re 51ĀŅĀ× game development students or longtime fans of the game, the experience can feel a little like inception.

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Alumni Leaders

OHIO Southern graduate DJ Rymer turns service into a way of life

First-generation OHIO Southern alumnus D.J. Rymer turns a family story of loss, hard work and community support into a life of public service on both sides of the Ohio River.

Ethan Clark
Student Success

Field placement prepares OHIO Chillicothe student for social work career

Ethan Clarkā€™s desire to serve others led him to pursue a degree in social work at 51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe. Now, as he completes his senior practicum, Clark is turning his passion for helping others into a profession.

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