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First-place Three Minute Thesis winner Mihajlo Chonev, a computer science master’s student from the Russ College, who presented his thesis work, “From drones to data: A modernized machine learning approach to bridge inspection.”

25 grad students take the stage at 91ԭ��'s 2026 Three Minute Thesis® finals

March 12, 2026 3 min

On March 4, 25 graduate students from across 91ԭ�� came together in the Baker Theater to compete for first place in the 2026 Three Minute Thesis® (3MT) competition.

Concourse Syllabus

91ԭ�� to implement Concourse Syllabus in response to state requirements

March 12, 2026 3 min

OHIO will implement Concourse Syllabus, a syllabus management tool integrated directly within Canvas, to meet requirements outlined in the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act.

Student Success

Justin Starkey finds purpose in social work at OHIO Chillicothe

March 10, 2026 3 min

For 91ԭ�� Chillicothe junior social work major Justin Starkey, choosing to return to college at age 44 was more than a new chapter; it was a turning point.

Career Services

Jeff Burns named career development coordinator at OHIO Chillicothe

March 10, 2026 4 min

91ԭ�� Chillicothe has named Jeff Burns as its new career development coordinator. Burns brings diverse experiences as an educator and a passion for helping students.

College Credit Plus

College Credit Plus program at OHIO Eastern gives students a head start on college

March 10, 2026 5 min

At 91ԭ�� Eastern, the College Credit Plus (CCP) program is helping regional students take their first steps into higher education with confidence.

Stories and Songs of Appalachia

Stories and Songs of Appalachia concert to benefit OHIO Eastern students

March 10, 2026 3 min

“Stories and Songs of Appalachia,” a one-night performance presented by Interim Dean of Campus and Community Relations Richard W. Greenlee, will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 19, in the 91ԭ�� Eastern Theater.

Baker University Center and the pond in front of it. The pond shows a reflection of the building

Faculty Awards

91ԭ�� to honor faculty members with recognition and awards ceremony on March 25

March 9, 2026 1 min

All 91ԭ�� students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to the 2026 Faculty Recognition and Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, March 25.

University Libraries

91ԭ�� Libraries to join Google Books Library Project

March 9, 2026 2 min

The Libraries will partner with Google to improve access to its collection by creating digitized versions of hundreds of thousands of books that are out of print, rare, or inaccessible online.

Peden Stadium and OHIO's Athens campus is shown covered in snow in this photo taken by a drone camera

AI and OIT

Understanding the risks of AI tools: Protecting your data, devices at 91ԭ��

March 9, 2026 3 min

While Artificial intelligence tools can be incredibly helpful, it’s important to understand the risks involved when sharing information with them.

An individual from the High Street Deli speaks to a representative from the Small Business Development Center

Community Impact

SBDC videos celebrate regional entrepreneurs turning ambition into impact

March 6, 2026 3 min

Across Southeast Ohio, small businesses are often built on determination, community connection and a deep sense of place.

Student Opportunities

Honors Tutorial College awarded nearly $50,000 for new program for OHIO students

March 6, 2026 3 min

OHIO’s Honors Tutorial College has been awarded a nearly $50,000 Capacity Building Grant from the Educating Character Initiative to fund the "'Life is Abundant:’ Character Education in Appalachian Ohio" project.

OHIO Community

OHIO professor’s life experience brings focus to Voinovich School’s master’s offerings

March 6, 2026 4 min

Professor Jason Jolley's expertise is in workforce and rural development, but his private life’s passion, due to his personal experiences, is advocating for the developmentally disabled community.

an old photograph of Carrie Clifford Williams

Community Events

91ԭ�� Chillicothe Library to host 'Inspirational Women of Ross County' exhibit

March 6, 2026 1 min

The Chillicothe Chapter of the American Association of University Women will mount a special exhibit at 91ԭ�� Chillicothe honoring women who have shaped the Ross County community.

A man works on a computer while sitting at a table outside

OHIO Community

Tips on keeping your workspace secure

March 6, 2026 1 min

The 91ԭ�� Information Security Office has put together guidance for how faculty and staff can best secure their workspaces no matter where they are working.

OHIO Awards

OHIO Learning Communities honors instructors, leaders, advocates

March 5, 2026 2 min

91ԭ�� Learning Communites Programs celebrated their Fall 2025 instructors, Learning Community leaders and advocates at the annual Learning Community Programs Awards.