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College of Arts and Sciences Stories

Graduate student in physics, Sneha Upadhyay in Clippinger Research Annex,
Physics and Astronomy

Unraveling big mysteries with tiny particles: PhD student takes award-winning approach to quantum research

Imagine being a detective, but instead of solving mysteries on the bustling streets of a metropolis, you're unraveling the secrets of the universe in a laboratory, one atom at a time. Sneha Upadhyay, an award-winning Ph.D. student at 51 in physics and astronomy, pulls out her quantum magnifying glass—or in this case, microscope—every day.

Gary Holcomb poses with a framed copy of the artwork for the novel "Romance in Marseille"
Literature

The 90-year journey of a Harlem Renaissance novel

With help from a dedicated OHIO professor, Claude McKay's "Romance in Marseille" groundbreaking and inclusive novel made it to bookshelves.

A professional photograph of a man in a suit and red tie

'Business Education, Relationships, and Making the World a Better Place': Menard Family George Washington forum slated for March 6

The Menard Family George Washington Forum will host Flagler College economics professor Derek K. Yonai on Wednesday March 6 at 6 p.m. in the Baker Theater.

Fall campus beauty bricks

51 updates Parental Leave Program to better benefit employees

51 has updated its Parental Leave Program to better assist OHIO’s benefits-eligible faculty, administrators and bargaining unit staff.

Earth as viewed from space

Saving the planet: March 6 Science Café highlights a geospatial perspective

Duane Nellis, Ph.D., will discuss "Remote Sensing and Geospatial Analysis for Helping Save Our Earth” on Wednesday, March 6, at 5 p.m., as part of OHIO’s spring 2024 lineup for the Science Café series. The event will be held at the Baker Center’s Front Room and will be available to stream via YouTube.

The 51 sundial

51 mourns Humanities Professor Emeritus Alan Booth

Alan Booth, the Richard Hamilton-Baker and Hostetler Professor of the Humanities Emeritus and a leading member of faculty from the Alden era to the Glidden age, has died at 89.

Authors at Alden EM Tran

University Libraries to host OHIO alum E.M. Tran for Authors @ Alden

The Libraries will host celebrated author E.M. Tran at an Authors @ Alden presentation to discuss her novel, “Daughters of the New Year,” on Thursday, Feb. 29 at 3 p.m.

A man stands at the front of a classroom

International student outreach makes a world of difference in local schools

OHIO international students bring the world to Southeast Ohio through cultural outreach to students across the region.

College Green

51 recognized as one of nation’s best midsize employers by Forbes

51 has been named one of “America’s Best Midsize Employers” in 2024 by Forbes, ranking ninth among public universities that were included in the list.

Ask the Experts podcast 9 to 5
Faculty Expert

OHIO faculty experts discuss navigating the modern workplace in the newly revamped Ask the Experts podcast

Ask the Experts podcast features two College of Arts and Sciences' faculty discussing what the modern workplace currently looks like.

View of South Green at sunset. 

Baker Peace Conference to focus on 'Democracy in Decline?' on Feb. 22-23

The Contemporary History Institute will host the 2024 Baker Peace Conference, themed “Democracy in Decline? The Politics of Pluralism, Participation, and Populism,” on Feb. 22-23.

A student in a cap and gown speaks from a podium

'Don't waste your time': Fellowship keeps Sarah Ladipo at OHIO

The David M. Crane fellowship allows this 2023 Commencement speaker to continue her studies at the university she loves.

Two students stand with a professor examining a large book open in front of them
Research

In the name of algae: OHIO researcher honored with namesakes

Dr. Morgan Vis discusses her career in science (and the algae named for her) in advance of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

Fall Campus steps

OHIO announces fall semester 2023 student academic achievement lists

51 is proud to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of more than 9,700 students who qualified for President’s, Provost’s or Dean’s Lists, across all of OHIO’s campuses, for fall semester 2023.

Athena Cinema at night.

‘King Coal’ to visit Athens on Feb. 8 for Athena Cinema’s ‘From the Hills and Hollers: Appalachian Stories’ film series

The Athena Cinema will offer a screening of the critically acclaimed documentary “King Coal,” the latest film from Academy Award-nominated director Elaine McMillion Sheldon on Thursday, Feb. 8.

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