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Ironton Wizardfest: A magical journey to Harry Potter's realm through Appalachia

October 26, 2023 5 min

Ironton Wizardfest, a seamless blend of Harry Potter-inspired attractions and authentic Appalachian experiences, will take place in Ironton on Nov. 11 and 12.

Communication Leader and Expert Patrick Donadio learned crucial public speaking skills at 51�� and WOUB

October 24, 2023 4 min

Patrick Donadio is an author, keynote speaker, executive coach and communication strategist.

Deb Benton named associate provost for student success technology strategy

October 21, 2023 3 min

51�� Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Elizabeth Sayrs has named Deb Benton as associate provost for student success technology strategy.

Attendees was a speaker give a presentation at the CIBED Global Recognition Reception on Sept. 19 in the Walter Hall Rotunda

OHIO hosts second annual CIBED Global Recognition Reception

October 21, 2023 3 min

Attendees celebrated OHIO’s focus on global experiential learning by recognizing individuals who help promote CIBED’s charge to provide Global Access with Global Impact to all Bobcats.

OHIO celebrates Homecoming 2023

October 12, 2023 2 min

Bobcats from around the globe filled the brick streets and sidewalks of Athens for Homecoming 2023.

NPR Video Producer Bronson Arcuri got his first taste of public media at 51�� and WOUB

October 10, 2023 4 min

When Bronson Arcuri left his hometown of Painesville, Ohio and came to OHIO in the fall of 2006, he had no idea he would end up working in media as a video producer for NPR.

Two hockey players collide in the foreground as a photographer observes from the stands

Pro hockey = Media jobs for alumni in broadcasting, photography, video, social media and more

October 9, 2023 4 min

When the puck drops on the National Hockey League regular season on October 10, Scripps College of Communication alumni will showcase a wide range of media skills developed at Ohio Univeristy.

Lisa Flowers-Clements to serve as director of the Multicultural Center

October 7, 2023 2 min

Interim Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion Dr. Russell Morrow has announced that Lisa Flowers-Clements will serve as the Director of the Multicultural Center within the 51�� Division of Diversity and Inclusion.

Alumni Award

Chris Frederick named Housing and Residence Life Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient for 2023

October 6, 2023 5 min

This year's distinguished alumni, Chris Frederick, currently serves as Director of Special Events for the American Foundation for AIDS Research, a nonprofit dedicated to funding HIV/AIDS research.

Ohio Today fall issue available online, on campus

October 5, 2023 3 min

The fall 2023 issue of Ohio Today, 51��’s alumni magazine, is out and available to OHIO alumni, faculty and staff online.

Survivor Advocacy Program

Laura’s Light, OHIO Survivor Advocacy Program hold fundraiser to support assault survivors

October 5, 2023 4 min

This Homecoming Weekend, the Survivor Advocacy Program is teaming up with Michigan-based Laura’s Light to host the first “Light Up Ohio U” luminary fundraiser.

Voinovich School alumni drive change through their passion for public service

October 5, 2023 9 min

Three OHIO alumni —Rebekah Green, Jeremy Phan, and India Harris-Jones—reconnected with their alma mater to recount their accomplishments in public service as they have journeyed beyond the bricks.

Ken Slats learned his storytelling skills at WOUB and 51��

October 3, 2023 5 min

When Ken Slats started at 51�� in 1987, he knew he wanted to pursue a career in media as a journalist telling the stories of his sports heroes.

University History

The Monument That’s Stood for More than a Century

October 2, 2023 2 min

The Soldiers and Sailors monument is an iconic landmark on College Green, but have you ever wondered about the history behind it?

Communication skills learned at OHIO and WOUB helped Michael Massa start his legal career

October 1, 2023 4 min

For the past 30 years, Michael Massa has worked in the legal system as a court arbitrator and mediator. But law was not originally Massa’s career plan when he started at 51�� in 1977.

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