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Green and white streamers explode over the 2025 fall Commencement ceremony

91�� to celebrate Spring 2026 Commencement May 1–2

February 11, 2026 2 min

91�� will recognize the academic achievements of its Spring 2026 graduates during commencement ceremonies scheduled for May 1–2 at the Convocation Center on the Athens campus.

Sustainability

91�� wins the GameDay Football Zero Waste Touchdown Challenge and GameDay Basketball Challenge

February 9, 2026 4 min

OHIO continues to set the standard for sustainability in collegiate athletics, earning national recognition in both football and basketball through the Campus Race to Zero Waste GameDay competitions.

Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO's January 2026 Newsmakers

February 6, 2026 3 min

Elizabeth Beverly, Shad Sargand and Xian Zhao were named newsmakers for January 2026.

Community Health Workers

Community Health Workers bridge gaps in care across 91��

February 5, 2026 6 min

Community Health Workers are emerging as vital connectors between healthcare systems and 91��’s diverse communities, addressing barriers like transportation, language access and trust that shape health outcomes. Through 91��’s expanding CHW training program, hundreds of graduates are using lived experience and cultural understanding to reduce health disparities and strengthen care across the state.

Kiplinger Fellows

Kiplinger Program in Public Affairs Journalism announces 2026 fellows

February 5, 2026 4 min

Thirty-two journalists from across the globe were named 2026 Kiplinger Fellows. This year's Kiplinger Program in Public Affairs Journalism will focus on “Saving Local News: A Practical Guide.”

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Rankings

OHIO Online programs continue to climb in veteran rankings

February 4, 2026 6 min

OHIO’s continuous rise in the rankings demonstrates its dedication not only to veterans, but also to other military-affiliated students. In addition to high-quality online programs and experienced faculty, increased support from the Veterans and Military Student Services Center and efforts from OHIO Online staff also play a huge role in this success.

Winter Olympics

From cold to gold: How winter temperatures shape athletic performance

February 4, 2026 9 min

Cold isn’t just a backdrop at the Winter Olympics - it’s an active opponent. As temperatures drop, muscle power, endurance and even decision-making can suffer. Experts break down how the body reacts to cold and the strategies athletes use to stay warm, fueled and competitive on the world’s biggest winter stage.

The Ridges

The Ridges Development Strategy continues to move forward

February 2, 2026 1 min

The University is continuing to work with key stakeholders to finalize an official land transfer that will ultimately allow a total of 21 currently unused historic buildings and approximately 27 acres of undeveloped land at The Ridges to be conveyed to the Ridges Community Development, LLC.

Winter Dance Concert

91��’s School of Dance to premiere six new works at the Winter Dance Concert

February 2, 2026 5 min

91��’s School of Dance will present their annual Winter Dance Concert on Feb. 13 and 14, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium.

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Rankings

U.S. News ranks OHIO Online Bachelor’s programs in national top 30; Veteran and other programs among 91��’s best

January 29, 2026 5 min

91��’s Online Bachelor’s programs ranked overall among the nation’s best in the latest U.S. News & World Report “Best Online Programs,” placing 29th nationally and third in 91��.

Employee News

OHIO shares the latest legislative and faculty governance updates

January 22, 2026 3 min

91�� leadership is continuing its work with academic leaders and faculty to comply with the academic provisions of the Advance 91�� Higher Education Act (SB 1), the budget bill (HB 96) and more.

Faculty Newsmakers

OHIO’s 2025 Newsmakers wrapped: A look back on faculty in the media in 2025

January 22, 2026 5 min

In a year marked by technological change, innovations in science and renewed curiosity about our past and future, faculty emerged as essential voices helping audiences make sense of the world.

School of Dance

School of Dance students expand range through street dance with guest artist Teena Marie Custer

January 22, 2026 5 min

School of Dance students will perform a street dance work by guest artist Teena Marie Custer in this year’s winter Dance Concert, marking just the second time the style has been featured in the annual concert. Custer set the piece during an intensive weeklong residency, expanding students’ versatility and exposure to professional street dance practices.

Board of Trustees

OHIO Board of Trustees hears update on Faculty Development Certification, approves the establishment of the 91�� Academic Health Science Center during January Board meetings

January 16, 2026 10 min

During January meetings, the Board passed a resolution to recognize the OHIO Academic Health Sciences Center, as well as learned about the Teaching and Assessing Experiential Learning certification.

Health

91��’s Academic Health Sciences Center to improve health outcomes, access across Southeast 91�� and beyond

January 16, 2026 4 min

The 91�� Academic Health Sciences Center (OHIO-AHSC) will address significant health challenges and health care workforce shortages across the state, particularly in rural and Appalachian communities.

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News and Announcements

91���� to celebrate Spring 2026 Commencement May 1–2

91���� wins the GameDay Football Zero Waste Touchdown Challenge and GameDay Basketball Challenge