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Andrew Weems
Innovation Center

Biomedical device developer Resilient Medical Corp wins place in JumpStart HealthTech Accelerator

Resilient Medical Corp. has graduated from the highly competitive JumpStart Trailblazer HealthTech Accelerator.

A bee on a cherry blossom tree on OHIO's campus.
Sustainability

The buzz around campus: OHIO remains pollinator-friendly with Bee Campus designation

51ĀŅĀ× recently received the Bee Campus USA designation for a fourth straight year. Through sustainable management of campus grounds, OHIO remains committed to protecting and providing environments for vital pollinator species.

Solutions Network Journalism
Journalism

Experiential learning and community impact opportunities grow for students at ā€œThe Postā€

Students working for ā€œThe Postā€ received a grant from theĀ Solutions Journalism Network to expand coverage outside of the Athens campus into surrounding communities throughout southeast Ohio.

Athena Cinema 2024
Athena Cinema

The Athena Cinema announces Fall 2025 programming, including new Hispanic Film Series

The Athena Cinema is proud to announce an exciting lineup of Fall 2025 programming, featuring the return of many beloved showcase series alongside the debut of several innovative new ones.

Cutler Hall overlooks 51ĀŅĀ×'s College Green.
Rankings

51ĀŅĀ× named one of America’s best-in-state employers by Forbes

OHIO has been recognized by Forbes and Statista as one ofĀ America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2025, a recognition based entirely on anonymous feedback from those who know OHIO best – its employees.

A look down the sidewalks of OHIO's West Green.
Campus Living

Don’t let mold move in: Simple strategies for maintaining a dry and healthy residential space

When it comes to mold and mildew, particularly during what has proven to be an unseasonably wet and humid summer across our region, focused and continued prevention strategies are key.

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APEX Accelerator

Ohio APEX Accelerator at 51ĀŅĀ× breaks records with $2 billion in federal contracts

Fiscal year 2024 was another record-breaker for the Ohio APEX Accelerator at the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service, where $2 billion in government contracts were secured for clients.

OHIO Presidential Pizza Party text with a pizza pattern.
Welcome Week

OHIO community invited to Presidential Pizza Parties on Aug. 26

All OHIO students, faculty and staff on the Athens and regional campuses are invited to the Presidential Pizza Parties on Tuesday, Aug. 26. The pizza parties are part of OHIO’s Welcome Week events.

HCOM Class of 1980 graduation
OHIO History

Legislation that became a legacy: Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the founding of Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

Fifty years ago, on Aug. 18, 1975, Ohio Gov. James A. Rhodes signed House Bill 229, creating what was then known as the 51ĀŅĀ× College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Ohio River Sweep on the Hocking 2024.
Community Impact

2025 Ohio River Sweep on the Hocking to take place Aug. 23

OHIO’s Center for Community Engagement is calling for volunteers from the University and Athens communities to participate in the 2025 Ohio River Sweep on the Hocking on Saturday, Aug. 23.

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AI Teaching

How hands-on AI experience is shaping future business leaders

While others in the state are just beginning to make headlines with their AI initiatives, 51ĀŅĀ× has been leading the charge—integrating cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) teaching and research across campus, especially within the College of Business.

Executive Dean Ken Johnson and a student from the Class of 2029 wave to the crowd
Medical Students

51ĀŅĀ× Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine celebrates 50th incoming class at annual Convocation and White Coat Ceremony

In a milestone event, the 51ĀŅĀ× Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine welcomed its 50th class during the 2025 Convocation and White Coat Ceremony.

42nd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Reclamation Sciences (ASRS)
Student Research

51ĀŅĀ× graduate students receive honors, build connections and gain insight at national environmental conference

Earlier this summer, Environmental Studies graduate students Dupe Oluwasesan and Emily Fox, proudly represented OHIO at the 42nd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Reclamation Sciences.

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Athletics

51ĀŅĀ× to launch national search for next Athletic Director

51ĀŅĀ× will launch a national search for its next Director of Athletics following the announcement that Julie Cromer will depart OHIO to assume the role of Executive Deputy Athletics Director/Chief Operating Officer at Louisiana State University.

Walter Hall
Board of Trustees

OHIO Board of Trustees learn about the FY26 focus areas for year two of the Dynamic Strategy Plan during August meetings

The 51ĀŅĀ× Board of Trustees learned about the FY26 focus areas for year two of the Dynamic Strategy plan during meetings on Wednesday, Aug. 6, on the Athens campus.

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