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Community Health Worker graduates 2025
Community Health Workers

Community Health Workers bridge gaps in care across 91×ÔÅÄ

February 5, 2026 6 min

Community Health Workers are emerging as vital connectors between healthcare systems and 91×ÔÅÄ’s diverse communities, addressing barriers like transportation, language access and trust that shape health outcomes. Through 91×ÔÅÄ’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.
The winners of the Eco Challenge, along with advisors, hold trophies while standing on stage at the Eco Challenge, and a 1st Place graphic is shown behind them
Student Success

OHIO students come up with innovative ideas in annual Eco Challenge

February 4, 2026 4 min

The Eco Challenge offers students a unique experiential learning opportunity, allowing participants to be active problem-solvers in their community.

Tracy Plouck presents Amista Lipot with the Faculty and Staff Leadership Award
OHIO Awards

Amista Lipot recognized with Voinovich Faculty and Staff Leadership Award

February 3, 2026 3 min

Her two decades of work at 91×ÔÅÄ have brought significant financial support for the institution and its initiatives. She has also led cooperative efforts among government leaders in the region.
Alicia Gray
Community Events

91×ÔÅÄ Chillicothe to host Black History Month program on Feb. 19

February 3, 2026 2 min

In conjunction with the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library and the Ross County Chapter of the NAACP, OHIO Chillicothe will host a Black History Month program on Thursday, Feb. 19, at 6:30 p.m.

Historical Artifacts, a Slave Collar and Slave Tag from the 1800's
OHIO Events

'Echoes of the Underground Railroad' opens at OHIO Eastern for Black History Month

February 3, 2026 3 min

On display through Thursday, Feb. 26, the exhibit brings together artwork and historical artifacts on loan from the 91×ÔÅÄ Valley Underground Railroad Museum. An opening reception will be held Tuesday, Feb. 10.
L-R Hattie Warne, Genevieve Hess, Kason Rosnick, Karalynn Tindall, Brayleigh Hickman
OHIO Events

91×ÔÅÄ Eastern honors Dr. King’s legacy through annual essay contest

February 2, 2026 3 min

The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Writing Contest celebration on Jan. 29 honored middle and high school students whose poetry and essays reflect the values and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Representatives of 91×ÔÅÄ and the AEP 91×ÔÅÄ Foundation hold a giant check while standing in a food pantry
Community Partners

AEP 91×ÔÅÄ Foundation provides assistance for hungry students, families at 91×ÔÅÄ

January 30, 2026 2 min

The AEP 91×ÔÅÄ Foundation renewed its commitment to supporting southeast 91×ÔÅÄ students and families through a $10,000 donation to the 91×ÔÅÄ Food Pantries Program.
Artie Knapp
Alumni Leaders

OHIO graduate’s book on environmental stewardship available in STEM Academy Lesson

January 30, 2026 3 min

An OHIO graduate and celebrated children’s literature author has taken a unique approach to helping youth understand the importance of preserving nature for themselves and generations to come.
William Murdock
Career Development

Murdock brings local government voice to Voinovich School Advisory Board

January 29, 2026 3 min

William Murdock’s participation on the advisory board for the George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service underscores the statewide reach and breadth of the institution’s initiatives.
The outside of the Serenity Grove facility is shown on day in Fall
Community Impact

Voinovich School’s latest assistance to Serenity Grove provides useful performance data

January 29, 2026 4 min

The Voinovich School recently conducted a Social Return On Investment review for Serenity Grove, whose mission is to help women transition from addiction or incarceration back into society.
a police officer approaches a mock suspect
Community Events

91×ÔÅÄ Chillicothe to offer professional development opportunity for law enforcement officers

January 21, 2026 2 min

91×ÔÅÄ Chillicothe will host a professional development opportunity for law enforcement officers on Wednesday, April 15 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine logo is shown on a white coat, worn by a doctor. The coat also has a pin that says Care Leads Here
OHIO Announcements

Kettering Health and 91×ÔÅÄ scale partnership to improve health for 91×ÔÅÄ communities

January 16, 2026 3 min

The affiliation unites Kettering Health’s extensive clinical system, known for its innovative and integrated approach to acute and ambulatory care, with the 91×ÔÅÄ Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine’s nationally recognized leadership in osteopathic medical education and research.

Annual Legacy Awards - February 24, 5:30 p.m. OHIO Southern Rotunda
OHIO Events

Legacy Awards honor local leaders for outstanding service, advocacy

January 15, 2026 3 min

91×ÔÅÄ Southern will honor local changemakers and student voices at the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration on Feb. 24, at 5:30 p.m. in the Riffe Rotunda.
Participants at the Social Enterprise Conference sit at tables and listen to a presentation
Community Impact

Social Enterprise Conference attracts participants from throughout Appalachia

January 15, 2026 3 min

The Appalachian Conference on Social Enterprise attracted more than 160 participants. It was the seventh installment of the event focused on business ventures that are mission-driven.

An OHIO student holds balloons on Court Street
National Recognitions

91×ÔÅÄ receives 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

January 15, 2026 4 min

The CE Classification represents the leading framework for institutional assessment and recognition of community engagement in U.S. higher education. Awarded following a rigorous self-study process, this classification has recognized outstanding community engagement for 19 years.
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