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Ballard and Thacker
Faculty and student research

A botanical breakthrough: OHIO undergraduate and professor discover several new species of violets in the mountains of Virginia

September 17, 2025 7 min

OHIO senior Collin Thacker, under the mentorship of professor Harvey Ballard, discovered four new species of violets in the mountains of Virginia, including two tucked away in Shenandoah National Park. What started as a summer research job turned into a blooming opportunity to make a lasting mark on botanical science and Thacker's career.
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Emerging game developers

From classroom to competition: Students win big at GDEX

September 16, 2025 5 min

Students behind the game "Gnome Invasion" made a big impression at this year's GDEX competition, competing directly against professional game developers. The team's creativity stood out to judges and convention attendees.
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Exploring academics

Learning communities launched for first-year students

September 16, 2025 4 min

Over 4,400 first-year Bobcats are taking part in 244 Learning Community Seminars this fall, where they are building connections, exploring different areas of academics and experiencing a better transition to OHIO.
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Community Events

Threads of Gratitude: A Quilts of Valor presentation at OHIO Southern

September 16, 2025 2 min

51ĀŅĀ× Southern and Material Hugs quilting guild will honor local veterans with Quilts of Valor during Threads of Gratitude: A Veterans Day Tribute
Extreme heat
Heat and aging

As temperatures continue to climb each year, older adults face increased danger from heat

September 16, 2025 5 min

Angela Hillman shares critical insights on how rising temperatures may impact older adults, highlighting the increased health risks and the urgent need for targeted protective measures.

51ĀŅĀ× athletic training residency in pediatrics teaching residents advanced knee ultrasound skills with young patient.
Health and Wellness

51ĀŅĀ× and OhioHealth launch nationā€™s first accredited athletic training residency in pediatrics

September 15, 2025 9 min

Licensed athletic trainers now have a more direct path to pediatric expertise through the 51ĀŅĀ×, OhioHealth residency program.
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OHIO Events

51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe invites community to learn, explore, discover with non-credit workshops

September 15, 2025 2 min

51ĀŅĀ× Chillicothe invites the community to participate in its Community Education Workshop Series. These non-credit workshops engage participants in fun, hands-on experiences.
Image of Blue Jacket and information about the Native Leaders of the Ohio Valley event
Community Events

Exploring Native American history in the Ohio Valley

September 12, 2025 2 min

Explore the legacies of Chief Blue Jacket and Tecumseh at OHIO Southern Nov. 14, 9 a.m.ā€“noon. This special event will be part of Native American Heritage Month and America 250 Lawrence County.
Erica Neal
OHIO Community

Erica Neal joins OHIO Eastern, Zanesville campuses as assistant professor of instruction in education

September 12, 2025 3 min

Erica Neal brings classroom and teacher preparation experience to her new role at OHIO and is already being recognized for strengthening partnerships and supporting future educators.
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OHIO Announcements

51ĀŅĀ× Libraries announces new Zero Cost Textbook Program

September 12, 2025 2 min

The Zero Cost Textbook Program will lower the cost of higher education for OHIO students by replacing commercial textbooks with Open Educational Resources and library-licensed content.
Atish Baidya WOUB editor in the studio at 51ĀŅĀ×
The OHIO Experience

How WOUB Public Mediaā€™s editor-in-chief helps OHIO students find purpose

September 12, 2025 4 min

Atish Baidya, editor-in-chief at WOUB, helps journalism students step into the rush of a working newsroom and discover their strengths through hands-on opportunities.
Half Widow I 2024 Wool
Student Success

Q&A: 51ĀŅĀ× MFA Sculptor Tabeena Wani earns international recognition for powerful work

September 12, 2025 4 min

Tabeena Wani has garnered significant national and international acclaim in 2025 for her evocative and culturally grounded work. Her recent recognitions underscore the power of her voice as a Kashmiri artist and the resonance of her work across disciplines and borders.
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OHIO Community

OHIO community invited to Sept. 20 memorial service for Richard Brackin

September 12, 2025 1 min

The family of former 51ĀŅĀ× faculty member Dr. Richard Keith Brackin invites the OHIO community to a memorial service in his honor on Sept. 20.
The colorful hills of fall surround OHIO's Athens campus
OHIO Research

Bethany Spurrier named director of Office of Sponsored Programs

September 12, 2025 2 min

51ĀŅĀ×ā€™s Division of Research and Creative Activity is pleased to announce that Bethany Spurrier has been promoted into the position of director of the Office of Sponsored Programs.

College Green
Experiential Learning

Applications now open for Experiential Learning Funds

September 12, 2025 2 min

Undergraduate students, faculty and staff from all OHIO campuses are invited to apply for Experiential Learning funding for upcoming opportunities.Ā 

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