51ĀŅĀ×

Russ College of Engineering and Technology Stories

Students walk up Richland Avenue in Athens during Welcome Week 2025
Forever OHIO

OHIO grows enrollment to more than 30,000, including more than 8,000 new students

51ĀŅĀ× total enrollment grew nearly four percent again this fall with 8,195 new students enrolling across our eight campuses and OHIO Online, including our largest, most high-achieving freshman class to date.

Jason Trembly speaks with 51ĀŅĀ× President Lori Gonzalez.
Faculty Excellence

Re-engineering waste, building sustainability

At 51ĀŅĀ×, engineering and sustainability go hand-in-hand, powering research that tackles major environmental problems with practical, forward-thinking solutions.

Copeland
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.

Blurred images of students in motion crossing College Green
Warm Welcomes

Becoming Bobcats: BSO welcomes a new class

With help from across the University, Bobcat Student Orientation brought more than 10,000 students and family members to campus this year, delivering an "amazing experience."

Dr. Haley Duschinski walks among the crowd and leads a presentation
Workforce Development

Regional employers, educators meet to advance global workforce readiness in Ohio

Industry leaders and 51ĀŅĀ× partners explore how language, culture and global skills can power Ohio’s economic future.

McCracken Hall
OHIO Announcements

Retirement reception for Helen Watson set for July 31

All 51ĀŅĀ× students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to a retirement reception for Helen Watson on Thursday, July 31.

The Institute for Corrosion an Multiphase Technology.
Research Excellence

The engineering powerhouse protecting pipelines, power, and people: OHIO’s corrosion institute remains a world leader

Protecting critical infrastructure has always been a cornerstone of engineering. The strength of our bridges, pipelines, and energy systems depends on science few ever see. At 51ĀŅĀ×, that science is led by the Institute for Corrosion and Multiphase Technology, the world’s foremost center for understanding and preventing corrosion.

Dean Emeritus Dennis Irwin
Faculty Experts

Dean Emeritus Dennis Irwin honored by Engineers Foundation of Ohio, elected to leadership position

Dennis Irwin, PhD, PE, FNSPE, was recently elected as the treasurer of the Engineers Foundation of Ohio (EFO) and honored by the organization.

An OHIO Online student earning their online undergrad or grad degree through 51ĀŅĀ×'s distinctive model.
OHIO Online

The OHIO Online advantage: A strategic model for accessible, high-impact online education

51ĀŅĀ× offers a unique, balanced mix of online undergraduate and graduate programs taught by expert faculty and supported by strong services to serve learners at every stage of their journey.

Dozer siblings: Gabrielle, Griffin and Evan.
Graduating family

The Dozers: OHIO’s graduating siblings

Gabrielle, Griffin and Evan Dozer graduated together in spring 2025, each following a unique path. They reflect on the support of OHIO’s community, the joy of learning side by side and the pride of celebrating as a family.

ExLibris Alma logo 2025
OHIO Announcements

University Libraries welcomes Ex Libris Alma as its new system platform

University Libraries’ new system, Ex Libris Alma, allows for a smoother and more modern platform for the OHIO community.

Cutler Hall
Student Awards

OHIO students receive top honors at Ohio Space Grant Consortium Student Symposium

Two 51ĀŅĀ× students were honored for their research excellence at the Ohio Space Grant Consortium Student Symposium during the spring semester.

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.

Greg Shaw
Student Success

Breaking barriers: Kilburger Scholar’s story from OHIO Lancaster to doctoral research

When Greg Shaw first stepped onto the campus of 51ĀŅĀ× Lancaster in 2019, he couldn’t have imagined how far his academic path would take him.

Peyton Wellman holds a sign that says 'Official Bobcat" while he stands next to a cardboard cutout image of Rufus
Student Success

From Bloom-Carroll to robotics: OHIO Lancaster student lands high tech job

For Peyton Wellman, a passion for hands-on engineering and a drive to enter the workforce quickly led him to 51ĀŅĀ× Lancaster’s Engineering Technology program.

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