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A group of students attending a Pre-law day panel

91ԭ��’s two-day Pre Law Day connects students with legal alumni, celebrates launch of new pre-law mentorship program

April 1, 2026 5 min

The Center for Law, Justice & Culture brought together 150 students and 24 alumni for its annual Pre-Law Day, offering valuable industry insight while celebrating the launch of the CLJC Pre-Law Mentorship Program.

Sonya Pfeiffer speaks to an auditorium on Pre-Law Day 2026

University Community

Building a future in the law: Event explores bias through the ‘Staircase’ trial

March 31, 2026 5 min

Pre-Law Day featured Sonya Pfeiffer (BSJ, ’95) and David Rudolf speaking to students and community members about cognitive bias and their experience as defense attorneys.

A student reading at the Drop Everything and Read event

Reading hour

'DEAR' readers: Picking your next book

March 31, 2026 3 min

During monthly "Drop Everything And Read" gatherings, students set aside an hour to read for pleasure. We got their recommendations.

Music Industry Summit

Eighth annual 91ԭ�� Music Industry Summit to feature keynote artists Blood Orange, Lucius and The Crane Wives

March 25, 2026 7 min

OHIO's Music Industry Summit, the premier music industry conference in the Midwest returns on April 14-16, 2026, offering something for everyone: from seasoned industry professionals to high school students and everyone in between.

Fine Arts

Exhibition celebrates the bond between art educators and students

March 19, 2026 3 min

The School of Art + Design's exhibition, State of the Arts: Mentor + Mentee, showcased works from high school artists and their teachers from across the Ohio region.

Students working at computers in an office space-like classroom.

Anniversary celebration

GRID Lab celebrates 20th anniversary

March 18, 2026 1 min

The GRID Lab will host a free open house event in celebration its 20th anniversary, showcasing undergraduate and graduate student work.

OHIO students have class outside at the Scripps Hall Amphitheater on a spring day

Annual festival

Spring Literary Festival celebrates 40 years with award-winning authors

March 16, 2026 3 min

The festival will take place March 25–26, bringing authors George Bilgere, Hala Alyan, and Jeff VanderMeer to OHIO. Through lectures, readings and conversations, the festival offers students and community members the opportunity to engage directly with these writers.

High school students interested in exploring the legal field at the program hosted by 91ԭ��’s Center for Law, Justice & Culture

Summer Law & Trial Institute

High school students invited to apply for alumni-supported Summer Law & Trial Institute

March 12, 2026 4 min

High school students interested in exploring the legal field are invited to apply for the Summer Law & Trial Institute (SLTI), a free, alumni-supported program hosted by 91ԭ��’s Center for Law, Justice & Culture. The competitive two‑week institute will take place June 28–July 10, 2026, combining virtual instruction with an immersive, on‑campus residency.

Two artists painting on the walls of Seigfred hall while its under construction

Community Impact

Leaving a mark

February 19, 2026 3 min

At Seigfred Hall, a construction zone briefly became a canvas. During the Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts’ “Make Your Mark” event, students, faculty and alumni were invited to draw directly onto the walls. The drawings continue a long tradition of student involvement in the hall’s design while introducing a new era.

OHIO Events

Learn more about a day in the life of a social worker at OHIO Zanesville on March 2

February 19, 2026 8 min

OHIO Zanesville is hosting the annual Day in the Life of a Social Worker program. The event will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 2 in the Elson Hall Auditorium.

A male and female walking next to each other walking down a sidewalk, outside the rear entrance to 91ԭ�� Eastern Shannon Hall

OHIO Events

91ԭ�� Eastern to host free community social work event March 5

February 19, 2026 2 min

The free, community-focused event will feature a continuing education presentation, an agency fair and a panel discussion highlighting regional social work professionals.

Experiencing Dance

Future Bobcats step into the spotlight during Dance at OHIO

February 4, 2026 3 min

The School of Dance welcomed future Bobcats to an immersive day of workshops, performances and community connection during its annual Dance at OHIO event.

Literacy Event

Patton College of Education to host Scholastic Book Fair Feb. 5-8

February 4, 2026 2 min

The Patton College of Education’s Stevens Center for Literacy and STEM Education will host a Scholastic Book Fair from Feb. 5–8 in Patton Hall, offering books for all ages with proceeds supporting local schools and teacher candidates.

a group marches arm-in-arm across College Green

Memorial events

Celebrating a legacy

January 22, 2026 3 min

The University community marked the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the annual march on College Green, among other events.

91ԭ�� Office of Health Promotion t-shirts, buttons, and promo items

Student Well Being

Thriving in Higher Ed program set for Jan. 22

January 8, 2026 3 min

Join Thriving in Higher Ed on Jan. 22, 6 to 7 p.m. on Microsoft Teams for evidence based wellness strategies, campus resources and certificate of participation.