51ĀŅĀ×

Chillicothe Campus Stories

Allison Butler and Michelle Perdue
Faculty Excellence

Allison Butler, Michelle Perdue return to alma mater to train tomorrow’s nurses

For 51ĀŅĀ× alumni Allison Butler and Michelle Perdue, joining the faculty at 51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe is a full-circle moment.

OHIO students and faculty stand in front of a building at the Panama Canal
Student Experiences

Panama trip showcases power of experiential learning for regional campuses

For students on 51ĀŅĀ×'s five regional campuses, the world is not just something to study from a textbook, it is something they can experience firsthand.

Seth Southers sits in front of Bennett Hall
Alumni

Seth Southers built career foundation at OHIO Chillicothe

Seth Southers, a recent graduate of 51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe, is already applying his education in a meaningful way—supporting global operations at Kenworth as a quality intern.

Alumni Gateway
Academic Achievement

OHIO announces spring semester 2025 student academic achievement lists

OHIO is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of more than 11,100 students who officially qualified for theĀ President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for spring semester 2025.

Military friendly
Military-Friendly

51ĀŅĀ× earns 2025–2026 Military Friendly SchoolsĀ® designation for 14th consecutive year; recognized for outstanding support to student Veterans and military families

51ĀŅĀ× has once again earned theĀ Military Friendly Schools® designation for the 2025–2026 academic year, marking the 14th consecutive year the institution has received this honor.

Bennett Hall
OHIO Events

51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe to host third annual prevention conference

The theme of the June 13 conference isĀ Rooted in Wellness: Holistic Approaches to Prevention in Southern Ohio. The conference will feature local and state experts passionate about empowering the next generation.

Lisa (Spellman) Wiseman
alumni

OHIO Chillicothe alumna Lisa Wiseman serves her community through banking

After 25 years serving her community through banking, Lisa (Spillman) Wiseman is glad she made the choice to stay in her community to find her future and fuel the region she calls home.

Mike Lafreniere
OHIO Announcements

Mike Lafreniere selected as interim dean to ensure continuity, strong leadership at OHIO Chillicothe

51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Lafreniere as interim dean, effective Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

Teacher tour a Ross County Solar installation
professional development

51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe to offer energy science workshop for educators

OHIO Chillicothe and the Patton College of Education is offering a continuing education graduate credit course on renewable energy for middle and high school science teachers.

A nursing student at OHIO Chillicothe engages with other students
National Recognitions

51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe named a ā€œProfessions-Focusedā€ ā€œOpportunity Collegeā€ by Carnegie

51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe is among fewer than 300 universities in the country to have earned designation as an ā€œOpportunity College and Universityā€ in the recently released Student Access and Earnings Classification debuted with the updated Carnegie Classifications. The campus was also classified as ā€œProfessions Focusedā€ in the new Carnegie Institutional Classification system.

teachers tour a Ross County solar installation
Community Engagement

Area teachers gather at 51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe for STEM education day

Nearly 80 area STEM teachers, school administrators, and future educators gathered at 51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe on Thursday, May 8 for a professional development day focusing on renewable energy.

Two OHIO graduates in cap and gown celebrate after walking across the stage at Spring Commencement
Forever OHIO

OHIO celebrates the Class of 2025

Family members and friends cheered loudly and proudly for their Bobcats at the Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies in the Convocation Center and at special events on the Athens and regional campuses.

two nursing students work on a manikin
Community Engagement

High school students invited to explore nursing careers at OHIO Chillicothe’s Bobcat Nursing Camp

51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe invites area high school juniors and seniors to learn about the nursing profession at the Bobcat Nursing Camp on Monday, June 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Greg Fraunfelter and Luke Feeney are shown with a group of other mayors from around Southeastern Ohio during a meeting at the Ohio Statehouse
Alumni Leaders

Bobcats in office: 51ĀŅĀ× alumni leading Southeastern Ohio as mayors

These alumni represent a growing network of OHIO graduates who are using their education to lead, serve and strengthen their communities.

Dr. Roberta Milliken congratulates Dr. Michael Koop
Faculty Excellence

51ĀŅĀ× Regional Higher Education faculty honored for outstanding achievements

51ĀŅĀ× proudly announces the recognition of four outstanding faculty members from its regional campuses for their exceptional contributions to teaching, scholarly activity and service.

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