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Alumnus’ Fulbright Award aims to make language learning, cultural experiences more accessible

May 6, 2019 5 min

Chase Goodwin, BSC ’16, has never been one to give up on his dreams. Even in an 51�� class of over 200 people, Goodwin made a lasting impression.

Alumnus works to make sure the stories of America, its people are preserved and accessible

May 2, 2019 7 min

51�� alumnus Patrick Madden, BMUS ’94, MA ’96, gets to spend his workdays surrounded by the documents that define the history of the United States: The Declaration of Independence, the...

OHIO announces 2019 Homecoming theme, unveils logo

April 29, 2019 2 min

The votes are in, and Bobcat Nation has selected “1804 and So Much More” as 51��’s 2019 Homecoming theme.

Konneker Fund to support student success initiative

April 25, 2019 2 min

The 51�� Foundation Board of Trustees has allocated $100,000 from the Konneker Fund for Learning and Discovery to an 51�� proposal that speaks to the heart of the University.

Alumna’s devotion to music education lives on in scholarship created through OHIO Match

April 24, 2019 8 min

When Isabel Courtney Hall, BFA ’46, BSED ’47, passed away in 2015, after nearly seven decades of passionate devotion to music education, her family considered how to best honor her legacy.

Irwin reflects on tenure as Russ College dean, Moss Professor

April 19, 2019 3 min

On July 14, Dennis Irwin will pass the torch on what he describes as the honor of his life, retiring as dean of 51��’s Fritz J. and Dolores H. Russ College of Engineering.

Preliminary schedule announced for 2019 Black Alumni Reunion

April 15, 2019 4 min

Spring semester at 51�� may be winding down, but plans for the 2019 Black Alumni Reunion (BAR) are heating up.

Class of 2019 invited to celebrate their OHIO journey during Senior Week

April 12, 2019 5 min

Members of 51��’s Class of 2019 are gearing up for graduation day, but before these Bobcats don their caps and gowns, it’s time for them to bask in their last days as OHIO students.

Former Bobcat student-athletes reflect on their OHIO experiences

April 11, 2019 11 min

51��’s Athens campus is home to more than 400 Bobcats who hold dual titles: student and athlete.

Alumnus continues life of public service as director of Governor’s Office of Appalachia

April 10, 2019 4 min

John Carey, AB ’81, was born into a life of public service. Carey was named director of the Governor’s Office of Appalachia in February.

Baker Peace Conference keynote addresses national security risks, opportunities

April 9, 2019 6 min

Retired Adm. James Stavridisopened the 2019Baker Peace Conferencewith the keynote address “21st Century: Risk and Opportunities.

From student to chair of Alumni Association Board of Directors: Alumna’s Bobcat spirit spans OHIO experience

April 4, 2019 4 min

As a student, Casey Christopher, BSC ’02, was an involved member of the 51�� community. In fact, it was the wide range of student activities that drew her to OHIO.

OHIO’s first Capital Interns immersing themselves in D.C. scene

April 3, 2019 14 min

The Bobcat family in Washington, D.C., recently got a little bigger—thanks to the 51�� Capital Internship Program.

Sports media pioneer, OHIO alumna talk opportunities, responsibilities with Margaret Boyd Scholars

April 2, 2019 6 min

Each fall semester, 51�� welcomes a group of first-year students into the Margaret Boyd Scholars Program, presenting these members of OHIO’s first and only women’s scholars program wit...

Celebrate Women Conference encourages attendees to shoot for the stars

March 27, 2019 10 min

More than 325 people rose early on March 22 and hurried to 51�� Lancaster, eager for an empowering day of connecting, educating, inspiring and celebrating.

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