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Last Word with DeQuindre Hughes

April 21, 2026 6 min

A recent addition to OHIO’s Department of Counseling and Higher Education faculty brings an invigorating perspective to the classroom to teach the next generation of counselors.

Cherry blossom trees lining the Hocking river

Class Notes

Spring 2026 Class Notes

April 21, 2026 1 min

See what fellow OHIO alumni have been up to in recent months.

University Updates

OHIO leaders discuss Dynamic Strategy progress, share overview of University operating budget and more during April 9 ‘University Updates’

April 21, 2026 4 min

91ԭ�� President Lori Stewart Gonzalez hosted the fifth and final “University Updates” event of the academic year on Thursday, April 9.

Riya Jacob receives the Rudy Leadership Award at the Leadership Awards Ceremony in the Baker University Center Ballroom

Student Leaders

43rd Annual Leadership Awards continue tradition of spotlighting student initiative

April 21, 2026 2 min

91ԭ�� honored student leaders and outstanding student organizations during the 43rd Annual Leadership Awards ceremony on April 9, 2026, in the Baker University Center Ballroom.

Student Leaders

91ԭ�� student Ava Wood receives statewide Charles J. Ping Student Service Award

April 21, 2026 3 min

This statewide honor recognizes outstanding undergraduate leadership in community service and civic engagement.

Preparing For Careers

From classroom to critical care: Nursing student prepares for career in emergency medicine

April 21, 2026 3 min

Through clinical experience and faculty support, Brianna Merkel developed the skills and confidence needed for patient care, reflecting the strength of 91ԭ�� Eastern’s nursing program.

Alumni Leaders

Lastery-Butler promotes career pathways as Voinovich School Advisory Board member

April 21, 2026 6 min

Jasmine Lastery-Butler credits her time spent at 91ԭ�� with setting her on the path to a top job in U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown’s office. She wants to now help current students reach their career goals.

A WellWorks staff member assists an individual who is exercising at WellWorks

Employee Well-Being

WellWorks facility, programming to transition to Well-Being and Recreation

April 17, 2026 2 min

In addition to enabling WellWorks to more effectively integrate with current and future campus-wide wellness initiatives and programming, the facility will continue to maintain a close partnership with the College of Health Sciences and Professions and provide valuable experiential learning opportunities for students.

Board of Trustees

OHIO Board of Trustees learned about the University’s initiatives to integrate Artificial Intelligence into learning, received sports administration program update from students and faculty

April 17, 2026 10 min

The Board of Trustees learned about ongoing efforts to integrate AI into the curriculum, as well as heard from the sports administration program about experiential learning opportunities.

Honors Tutorial College

91ԭ�� to rename 35 Park Place to The Burtch House in honor of longtime supporters

April 17, 2026 3 min

91ԭ�� will rename 35 Park Place to The Burtch House in recognition of Bruce (BGS ’72) and Janie Burtch, longtime supporters of the University and the Honors Tutorial College.

Board of Trustees

91ԭ�� presents updated FY26 financial forecast to Board of Trustees

April 17, 2026 2 min

Moore reported that the University has reduced its planned use of one-time funds through improvements in revenue and expense management.

Alumni Leaders

Voinovich School Advisory Board service a continuation of Cooper’s OHIO legacy

April 17, 2026 4 min

One of the longest serving members on the Advisory Board for the George V. Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service keeps going to bat for 91ԭ��, even in retirement.

Student Success

From inspiration to impact: Preparing to lead the next generation

April 17, 2026 4 min

Inspired by a family of educators and strengthened through hands-on classroom experiences, William Smith is preparing to begin his teaching career in Belmont County.

An OHIO faculty member talks to a group of students while standing outside on a paved bike path or small road, while some students stand in the grass

Professional Development

Center for Community Impact announces Fall 2026 Community-Engaged Scholars Program

April 17, 2026 2 min

OHIO's Center for Community Impact is recruiting for the Fall 2026 Community-Engaged Scholars Program, a cohort-based training that prepares instructors to integrate service-learning into their courses.

An OHIO student works on a computer while sitting at a table outside

OHIO Community

Students, faculty, staff invited to participate in internet safety training

April 17, 2026 1 min

The 91ԭ�� Information Security Office and University Compliance have created a resource to help students, faculty and staff stay safe online.