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Dakota Tackett
Alumni Leaders

OHIO education leads to growth, adventure for first generation college graduate

As a first-generation college student from rural Appalachia, 51ĀŅĀ× alumnus Dakota Tackett never imagined he would become a world-traveling educator with experiences spanning multiple continents.

Anthony Baldasare
Alumni

OHIO alum Anthony Baldasare returns to the Athena Cinema, only this time on screen in the horror movie ā€œShelby Oaksā€

51ĀŅĀ× alum Anthony Baldasare is back at the Athena Cinema, however this time he's not in the audience, but on the big screen! The actor is in the new movie "Shelby Oaks," a buzzworthy horror film haunting theaters just in time for Halloween.

Woman speaks to seated crowd from podium
Community Partners

Regional campuses celebrate partners

51ĀŅĀ× recognized several community partners recently for their unique, place-based collaborations that support students and strengthen local communities.

A photo of students on 51ĀŅĀ×'s Athens Campus during fall
Alumni Mentors

Bobcats Help Bobcats: 51ĀŅĀ× launches program to connect every student to alumni mentorship opportunities

Bobcats Help Bobcats is a new set of programs and initiatives that will ensure all students have the opportunity to connect with OHIO alumni during their academic journey, beginning as early as freshman year.

Rufus the Bobcat rides in the Homecoming Parade
Homecoming 2025

Back home again

Welcoming Bobcats of all ages back to campus, OHIO's 2025 Homecoming celebrations featured a series of spirited and memorable events.

OHIO students and alumni eat a meal together
Student Experiences

OHIO students invited to participate in Meal with a Mentor Program

This initiative is designed to help students connect with OHIO alumni and peers who share similar academic and career interests—all over a free, casual meal.

The outside of OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital is decorated with signs that say OU, Oh Yeah and Go Cats, and the grass and sidewalks have OHIO decorations. In addition, there is a giant football under a tree.
Forever OHIO

OHIO announces Paint the Town Green challenge winners

51ĀŅĀ× and the city of Athens showed their Bobcat pride during the Homecoming 2025 competition.

Gracie Vaughn, Alli Mancz and Sydney Roseberry
Student Experiences

51ĀŅĀ× geography students share internship experiences

OHIO students learned about internship opportunities and other programs available to them at a special event in November, and also heard from fellow students about their internship experiences.

Audrey Komey
Supporting Students

OHIO graduate utilizes her experience to improve educational spaces for current students

Audrey Komey currently works for OHIO as an instructional designer with the Office of Instructional Design. In this position, she works with faculty to develop and design online courses.

Justin Herman promo
Alumni

Between art and service: The design work of Justin Herman opens at OHIO’s VisCom Focus Gallery

Ā School of Visual Communication alumnus Justin Herman has helped shape the visual language of modern culture—from MTV promos and Paramount branding to animated collaborations with hip-hop legends.Ā 

Alyssa Manning is shown wearing her Commencement Cap and Gown
Experiential Learning

Alumni profile: Alyssa Manning, grants and funding specialist for Verdantas

Mentor, Ohio, native, Alyssa Manning, BA ’24, MPA ’25, launched her post-graduate school career while staying closely connected to the place that shaped her passion.

President Lori Stewart Gonzalez speaks before a large crowd, and underneath international flags and the word OHIO at the SISAL Dinner
International Education

51ĀŅĀ× launches School of International Studies and Languages with global celebration

The school unites four internationally focused units in the College of Arts and Sciences: the Center for International Studies, the Department of Linguistics, the Department of Modern Languages, and the Ohio Program of Intensive English.

The Voytek brothers stand together with their musical instruments while wearing Marching 110 Alumni clothing items
Forever OHIO

Marching 110 to perform special ā€˜Homecoming anthem’ written, produced by 110 alumni

Earlier this week, a few Marching 110 alumni published a song about their love for all things Athens, the 110, and OHIO Homecoming.

Nikki Wood and other OHIO graduates take a selfie while wearing Commencement caps and robes and standing next to the Convocation Center.
Alumni Success

Internship experience is rewarding, leads to full-time position

Nikki Wood spent the summer in Chillicothe as an intern with the city through a program with the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) and in partnership with the Voinovich School.

Ryan Stillwell is shown in his Commencement robe and cap while standing outside at 51ĀŅĀ×
Alumni Success

OHIO graduate applies MSSR degree to job in power industry

Ryan Stillwell attended classes from Shreveport, Louisiana, 974 miles from OHIO’s Baker University Center. But even while virtual, he was able to make lasting connections with his peers and mentors.

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