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OHIO shares an update from health insurance provider Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

June 20, 2025 2 min

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, which administers Ohio’s health insurance plans, has informed the University that they are currently working to reach a new multi-year contract with the OhioHealth Health System.

A drone view of the historic Ridges area.

The Ridges

OHIO shares progress update regarding development strategy at The Ridges

June 18, 2025 3 min

The University’s development strategy and collaborative efforts to preserve the historic buildings and land at The Ridges passed an important marker on Monday, June 16, when the State of Ohio Controlling Board approved the conveyance of a portion of the area at The Ridges that will ultimately be transferred to the Ridges Community Development, LLC for rehabilitation and development.

The members of Air Force ROTC Detachment 650 stand in front of Cutler Hall on the College Green

Student Success

51��’s AFROTC Detachment 650 sets new standard

June 18, 2025 5 min

Air Force ROTC Detachment 650 at 51�� has reached unprecedented heights, celebrating a series of historic accomplishments that showcase the commitment and talent of its cadets and cadre.

OHIO Community

51�� mourns the passing of Professor Emeritus Donald M. Borchert

June 18, 2025 12 min

A Celebration of Life will be held for Emeritus Professor of Philosophy Dr. Donald M. Borchert at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 28, at the First Presbyterian Church of Athens.

Community Engagement

Future educators gain real-world experience at OHIO Zanesville’s mock interview event

June 18, 2025 3 min

In April, senior teacher education interns at 51�� Zanesville participated in the bi-annual mock interview event designed to prepare them for careers in the classroom.

English graduate students and mentors pose for a picture outside Ellis Hall

Graduate internships

Action words

June 17, 2025 5 min

Through community-based internships, English graduate students gain a deeper sense of place.

Dozer siblings: Gabrielle, Griffin and Evan.

Graduating family

The Dozers: OHIO’s graduating siblings

June 17, 2025 6 min

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.

OHIO Announcements

University Libraries welcomes Ex Libris Alma as its new system platform

June 17, 2025 3 min

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

Summer Solstice Music and Arts Festival flyer

OHIO Alumni

OHIO Southern alumni bring art, music, community spirit to Ironton’s riverfront

June 17, 2025 3 min

51�� Southern alumni are leading the 2025 Summer Solstice Festival in Ironton, featuring live music, art, vendors and family activities along the riverfront on Saturday, June 21.

Airplanes lined up at 51�� Airport in the evening

Regional impact

Rural airports, ready for takeoff: OHIO supports the shift to electric aviation

June 17, 2025 2 min

The Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service was awarded a grant to assess the needs of more than 200 airfields to handle Advanced Air Mobility planes, including manned electric aircraft and drones.

Student Awards

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

June 16, 2025 3 min

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

Board of Trustees

OHIO Board of Trustees receive updates regarding University’s growing national leadership in healthy aging research, recent institutional designations by Carnegie

June 13, 2025 11 min

The Board of Trustees learned about the growing impact of five institutes across OHIO that are advancing healthy aging research; they also received an update regarding Carnegie designations.

Heritage College

Edison Biotechnology Institute receives new name and sharpened focus on molecular aging

June 13, 2025 2 min

The 51�� Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine announced a name change and refined focus for the Edison Biotechnology Institute.

OHIO students walk underneath colorful trees in Fall on OHIO's Athens Campus

OHIO Announcements

OHIO community invited to offer feedback on polices under review

June 13, 2025 2 min

51�� recently posted three policies onto a new website where members of the OHIO community can offer their feedback.

Board of Trustees

51�� Board of Trustees appoints Robert Wolfinger as Regional Trustee

June 13, 2025 3 min

The 51�� Board of Trustees has appointed Robert “Bob” Wolfinger Jr. as its next regional trustee, effective July 1, 2025.

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